Creating a City & Guilds for the Fourth Industrial Revolution
City & Guilds' landmark sale is not just a business move, but an act of stewardship to futureproof the skills sector, according to Ann Limb and Kirstie Donnelly.
Sometimes the stars align, and the cosmos offers an opportunity to make a bold choice that can shape the course of history, do something good for society, and secure a significant boost in investment for the FE and skills sector.
In the post-Brexit, post-Covid era, dominated by AI, the delivery of 21st-century qualifications, credentials, awards, and skills must adapt. This is why a landmark deal will be closed, securing the long-term future of the charity and bringing significant investment to the commercial awarding and skills businesses.
For Ann Limb, this move may be driven by a desire to leave a legacy, after a half-century in further education.
Author's summary: City & Guilds sale futureproofs skills sector.