Staffordshire Business School

12/08/2026

We are incredibly proud of Ella, Mia, Harvey and Fin, who successfully secured places on the prestigious Yummy Jobs Disney International Program and have spent the summer working in the USA.

Since early June, they have been gaining valuable international hospitality experience, developing their cultural awareness, building professional skills and creating lifelong memories while working as part of the Disney experience.

As they prepare to complete their final shifts and return home, we want to congratulate them on this fantastic achievement. Taking part in an international work placement of this kind is an incredible opportunity to develop confidence, independence and employability skills that will support them throughout their future careers in the hospitality and tourism industry.

Congratulations on your recent graduation.
Safe travels home from the USA.
Best of luck as you begin your final year with us.

We are looking forward to welcoming you back to campus and hear all about your Disney International Program adventure!

22/06/2026

We are incredibly proud to wish Lula, Jack, Mikey, Matt and George the very best of luck as they begin their exciting summer adventure working for Universal USA through the Yummy Jobs Summer Programme.

This is a fantastic opportunity to gain international work experience, develop confidence, build professional skills and create memories that will last a lifetime.

We would also like to celebrate Yummy Jobs as they mark 25 years of making dreams come true this summer. What an amazing milestone and an inspiring opportunity for students to experience working abroad in world-class hospitality and tourism environments.

We cannot wait to welcome Lula, Jack, Mikey, Matt and George back for Year 2 of their degree and hear all about their experiences.

Good luck everyone , enjoy every moment!

22/06/2026

Emeritus Professor Jon Fairburn has been working with the Environment Agency and others to provide a range of new online environmental tools. More on our blog

New Environment Tools launched Posted on 22nd June 2026 by [email protected] Launched at the start of London Climate Week, two new analytical tools provide organisations across England with robust evidence to pinpoint where environmental pressures overlap with socio-economic and health challeng...

25/05/2026

Following Amanda Thompson OBE’s visit to campus last month for our IAAPA talk, she kindly invited our students to be among the first riders of this exciting new attraction. An amazing 54 students took up the opportunity to experience the day as VIP guests.

The experience included:

Welcome food and drinks
Meet and greets with industry leaders
A welcome talk from Amanda Thompson OBE
Q&A sessions
Student interviews and social media content
First-rider experiences on Aviktas

Students also had the opportunity to meet Sacha Czibulka, Executive Vice President of Intamin, and Peter van der Schans, Vice President and Executive Director of IAAPA Europe, Middle East and Africa.

The day gave students a fantastic insight into the visitor attraction, tourism, events and leisure industries, while also creating unforgettable memories at one of the UK’s most iconic resorts.

A huge thank you to Amanda Thompson OBE, Pleasure Beach Resort, Intamin and IAAPA for creating such an inspiring experience for our students.

08/05/2026

We are inviting local visitor economy businesses and SME leaders across Staffordshire and Stoke-on-Trent to contribute to an important tourism policy research project at the University.

On Thursday 4th June (09:00–13:00), we will be hosting a focused roundtable discussion at the Catalyst Building, Leek Road Campus, Stoke-on-Trent, exploring what sustainable tourism really looks like in practice for our region.

The session will bring together industry voices to discuss:
• The real challenges facing tourism and hospitality businesses
• Workforce and skills pressures
• Regeneration and growth ambitions
• Opportunities for stronger collaboration across the sector

The aim is to develop a policy paper that reflects the lived realities of businesses and provides clear, practical recommendations to help inform future government decision-making.

This is a small, professionally focused and fully voluntary session. All contributions will be anonymised in line with University research ethics and GDPR requirements. Refreshments will be provided.

If you would like to take part, we’d love to have your voice in the conversation.

Please contact :- [email protected]

Or

Register here:
https://forms.cloud.microsoft/e/eB5Lkv0Yu3?origin=lprLink

06/05/2026

From clothing thrifting and upcycled fashion to recycled teddy bears and plastic waste stationery holders, our Foundation Year students showcased their Circular Economy entrepreneurship pitches.

Strong confidence, creativity and innovative thinking were evident throughout, with students applying real-world business skills to tackle waste and drive new ideas.

03/05/2026

The University of Staffordshire Business School was proudly represented by Tina Allen, having been shortlisted for the CMI Higher Education Partner of the Year, 2026. This is a significant achievement and reflects the continued impact and quality of the University’s apprenticeship and professional programmes.

Reflecting on the event, Tina Allen said:

“It was a real privilege to attend the CMI President’s Dinner and to see so many talented individuals and organisations recognised for their work. To be shortlisted as a partner is something we are incredibly proud of. The evening was both inspiring and energising, particularly hearing the stories behind the awards and the impact that strong, values-led leadership continues to have across sectors.”

The event also showcased CMI’s continued innovation, including the launch of the Leadership Academy and new Leadership for AI qualifications, reinforcing the importance of equipping leaders with the skills needed to navigate an evolving economic and technological landscape.

01/05/2026

We recently hosted an incredible Industry Discovery Day here at Staffordshire Business School! It was a day filled with insightful discussions, expert panels, and invaluable networking opportunities for our current and future students.

A huge thank you to our guests, including Jamie Farnell Smith (Executive Chair & SEO), Steve Holmes (Managing Director) and our alumni Subhan Ul-Hassan, now working with a Google Partner, for sharing their real-world experiences.

Your future starts here!

23/04/2026

This week, our Foundation Year, Business Management students welcomed UniTemps to discuss current job vacancies, part-time work opportunities, and the valuable role of becoming a Student Ambassador at the University of Staffordshire.

The session provided students with valuable insight into how they can gain practical experience, develop professional skills, and strengthen their employability while studying. Many students have already registered their interest in applying for roles through UniTemps, taking an important step towards future career success.

At Staffordshire Business School, we are committed to ensuring students make the most of every opportunity available, supporting career development, confidence, workplace readiness, and long-term employability alongside academic success.

Creating strong links between education and industry helps students prepare for graduate careers and real-world business environments.

22/04/2026

What an Inspiring Event at Staffordshire Business School !

An inspiring “Audience with IAAPA” event bringing together industry leaders to explore the UK visitor economy, attractions sector and future of immersive experiences.

We also showcased our MSc Tourism, Hospitality and Events Management

https://www.staffs.ac.uk/course/international-tourism-hospitality-events-management-msc

Key insights:
• IAAPA’s global impact on the attractions industry
• Opportunities at IAAPA Expo Europe
• Trends in immersive visitor experiences
• Careers in tourism, hospitality and events

Thank you to all speakers and organisers for an insightful and valuable session.

Thinking about a career in the visitor economy? Start here.