The Open University Business School in the News

The Open University Business School regularly features in the media. Most recent and notable articles are listed below.

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How to attract future leaders with L&D

Penny Asher, Director of Executive Education at The Open University Business School, discusses this subject in an article for Training Journal. Penny took part in an interview about global learning strategy with Training Journal, click to listen to the recording.

Penny is also quoted on this subject in an article in People Management that suggests the top five tips on identifying training and development needs (log-in needed). 

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The Importance of Small and Medium-Sized Charities

The Sheffield Chamber of Commerce reported that the Centre for Voluntary Sector Leadership (CVSL), based at The Open University Business School, will be helping Sheffield Hallam University’s Centre for Regional Economic and Social Research (CRESR) to deliver a study to discuss the importance of small and medium sized charities.

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Technology can solve the talent development challenges it creates

Eileen Arney, Teaching Director for Postgraduate Programmes at The Open University Business School, gives her opinion in this article for People Management.

Upcoming Events

May 21

CVSL Conference 2026: Voluntary Sector Leadership - what next?

Thursday, May 21, 2026 - 10:00 to 16:00

The Open University, Walton Hall, Milton Keynes, MK7 6AA

Join us at this year’s annual conference as we celebrate the 10th anniversary of CVSL. Together we’ll reflect on a decade of impact and look ahead to the next ten years, featuring insights and reflections from former CVSL directors.

Jun 2

Technology, Inclusion and Esports: Opening Up New Spaces of Participation

Tuesday, June 2, 2026 - 10:30 to 12:30

Online and and in person at The Open University, Milton Keynes, MK7 6BB

This event explores the relationship between technology, inclusion, and esports, examining how digital gaming environments can create new opportunities for participation, connection, and belonging in society and organisations.

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