Industry Led Apprenticeships South & City College Birmingham already delivers apprenticeships and a broad range of industry aligned qualifications. This presents a clear opportunity to co-create customized apprenticeship programs with local employers across hospitality, health and care, and trades, helping partners build tailored talent pipelines and accelerate productivity through immersive work placements and real world projects.

Hospitality Partnerships Recent collaborations and events with industry bodies and sponsors demonstrate the college's capacity to convene and run employer led programs. There is potential to expand sponsorships, guest lectures, live projects, and apprenticeship pathways with hospitality and culinary organizations seeking skilled staff and fresh industry ready graduates.

Health Care Alliances Strategic alignment with health and care sectors is evident through existing nursing cadet schemes and health pathway programs. Opportunities exist to deepen placements with hospitals and care providers, co develop allied health modules, and create clear routes for students into local healthcare employers.

Construction and Tiling Existing tiling industry partnerships show SCCB can help construction and trades firms meet workforce needs. Expand with more employers in construction trades and building services to broaden apprenticeships, tying curriculum to live industry refurbishments and project cycles.

Governance Sponsorship Strong governance recruitment and leadership updates open doors for corporate sponsorship and joint funding opportunities. Engage employers as governors or program sponsors to influence curriculum, facilitate industry advisory boards, and enhance employer brand while supporting workforce development in the region.