Education and skills
The future of the education system – primary, secondary, further and higher education alike – is vital to the UK economy and our wider society
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Employers recognise education as critical to business competitiveness, the UK's social fabric and the personal fulfilment of individuals. Schools and colleges have an essential role to play in ensuring young people have good skills, including literacy and numeracy, to help them achieve their potential and succeed at work.
Acquiring science, technology, engineering and maths skills is particularly valuable, as these enable young people to thrive in a changing world. Universities and colleges need to focus on producing students who have the skills and knowledge to drive businesses forward and help shape workable solutions for employers and the wider community.
In focus
From schooling to apprenticeships, key areas for education and skills
Meet the team
The experts who represent our members on education and skills
Case studies
Ways in which employers contribution to - and benefit from - education
Latest News
CBI comments on PAC report on adult apprenticeships
The CBI comments on a Public Accounts Committee report on adult apprenticeships
Business don't need ministers to crack the whip to get growth going, says Sir Roger Carr
In a speech to senior business leaders and politicians at the CBI Annual Dinner in London, the organisation’s President, Sir Roger Carr, made clear that business didn’t need ministers to “crack the whip” to get growth going
CBI responds to launch of new National Careers Service
The CBI responded to the Government launch of a new National Careers Service (NCS)
