1. Collaborative Partnerships – what’s in it for me? Paul Wilkinson Head of Corporate Partnerships

2. CPD Career Progression Recognised Benchmarked Awards Member Recruitment Enhanced Service Offerings Member Retention Industry Development Aggregation of demand New revenue streams Develop Curriculum Links to employers

3. Case Study 1: Quarry/Asphalt Industries Certificate in Ready Mixed Concrete Technology Certificate of Achievement: Concrete Technology Certificate in International Quarry Operations Diploma in Asphalt Technology Certificate in Asphalt Studies – New Certificate in Quarry Studies – New Certificate in Construction Materials Diploma in Quarry Technology

4. Headlines Established in 2007/8 “Industry Standard” Qualifications Technical / Vocational Content Aligned to Academic Framework >500 Students over 4 years Extending Footprint into related industries (concrete) CBI Endorsement

5. Case Study 2: Fire Protection Association

6. Case Study 2: FDF / EBTA Managed Selection Process Incorporates Existing CFPA European Diploma / Advanced Diploma Provides Stepping on / off points to widen participation Provides Progression Pathway ( Level 6 programme in development) Underpins FPA’s Business Development Strategy

7. Key Insights Collaborative Partnerships with Professional Bodies require University of Derby Corporate Open for business!

8. Paul Wilkinson Head of Corporate Partnerships University of Derby Corporate 07827 842942 P.Wilkinson@derby.ac.uk www.derby.ac.uk/corporate