1. Connecting with Apprenticeships Damian Brown Head of Accredited Learning, BT Group

2. Connecting with Apprenticeships Our experience of employing Apprentices The benefit of Apprentices in our business Our view of the future for Apprentices and Apprenticeships

3. Our experience of employing Apprentices

4. “Apprenticeships are undoubtedly good for BT’s business and play a key role in ensuring that we maintain and develop a highly skilled workforce. More importantly, for young people, they’re a great way to transform their raw enthusiasm into valuable skills that that will serve them well wherever their careers take them.” Sir Michael Rake Chairman BT

5. The benefit of Apprentices in our business They bring new skills and experience into the business They perform better than other recruits – Retention – Productivity – Motivation They provide a source of future Talent & Leadership in the organisation They are excellent Ambassadors for BT and represent us brilliantly in the community

6. The future of Apprenticeships Growth Technology and our customers Diversity Policy Changes Workforce skills strategy IAG for our future Apprentices SMEs