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DETERMINED TO SUCCEED - A REVIEW OF ENTERPRISE IN EDUCATION: EVIDENCE REPORT
NOTES ON ORGANISATIONS AND PROGRAMMES REFERRED TO IN ENTERPRISE IN EDUCATION REPORTS
Achievers International (www.achieversinternational.org)
Achievers International is a recognised Scottish Charity, which operates an entrepreneurial import/export programme called 'Achievers International'. The programme links school and college students to similar foreign partner groups. Students then form companies and work with their partner group to trade locally sourced products. All the programme training materials are on-line. Achievers International has member schools and colleges in 21 countries, covering all five continents.
Assessment is for Learning Programme (www.ltscotland.com/assess/index.asp)
The "Assessment is for Learning Programme" was established in November 2001 and is overseen by the Assessment Action Group which comprises representatives from education authorities, schools, university faculties of education, parent groups, professional associations, the Scottish Qualifications Authority, Learning and Teaching Scotland and the Scottish Executive Education Department. The emphasis is on the importance of assessment as a means of improving learning and achievement; it aims to build on existing good practice and existing early years and 5-14 guidance; a key factor is the need to develop a single, unified system of recording and reporting assessment information which is clear and easy to understand.
Association of Directors of Education in Scotland (ADES)
ADES is the professional body open to membership for all senior officers who manage the education service in Scotland's education authorities. Members of the association formulate views on key educational issues, share good practice and form liaison arrangements with an extensive list of partners involved in developing, supporting and promoting education in Scotland and beyond.
Boston PIC (www.bostonpic.org)
The Boston Private Industry Council is a non-profit intermediary that builds connections between employers, the work force, schools, training providers, and public agencies. It receives public funding and seeks additional funding and resources from private industry. The Mayor of Boston is active in encouraging business involvement in support of the belief that a well-trained workforce will encourage business to invest and locate in the Boston area.
Business Community-Connections
Business Community-Connections is a company limited by guarantee with charitable status operating in South Edinburgh. The Board of Directors is mainly comprised of individuals from local and major businesses with a commitment to local regeneration. B-CC is the recognised link organisation between business and the community in Craigmillar and South Edinburgh. Its role is to channel private sector resources and skills to the community, contributing to the economic development of the area and linking schools to the world of work.
Businessdynamics (www.u-i.org.uk/about/index.htm)
A major provider of information about business to schools is Businessdynamics (formerly Understanding Industry). The aim is to "bring business to life for students ... to tell them how business is fascinating, creative and fulfilling". They organise events at which seminars are delivered by managers from companies and deal with topics such as marketing, design and development, production, management, finance, or what it is like to run a small business.
Careers Scotland (www.careers-scotland.org.uk)
Careers Scotland was established in April 2002. Its central role is to provide a strategic focus to, and support for, the delivery of education for work and enterprise, all age career guidance and the development of positive relationships with employers across Scotland.
CBI and CBI Scotland (www.cbi.org.uk)
The CBI, founded in 1965, is a leading UK independent business organisation. Its objective is to help create and sustain the conditions in which business in the UK can compete and prosper. It exists to ensure that the government of the day, the European Commission and the wider community understand both the needs of British business and the contribution it makes to the well being of UK society. Within the UK there are 12 geographical regions and CBI Scotland represents Scottish business and Scottish issues.
CITB (Construction Industry Training Board) (www.citb.org.uk)
The CITB delivers products and programmes through a national network of staff based in regional offices, working in partnership with local agencies, schools and colleges. It employs specialist staff to provide careers advice for all levels of employment within the construction industry including craft, technician and graduate roles. It runs events for schools, offering simulations and competitions, which develop skills and give insight into the industry, for example the 'Bridge-building Challenge'.
Centre for Entrepreneurship Education and Development, Nova Scotia (www.ceed.ednet.ns.ca)
The Centre for Entrepreneurship Education and Development (CEED) is a division of the Nova Scotia Department of Education and Culture with a broad mandate covering many areas of entrepreneurship. CEED's mission is to nurture entrepreneurship in young people by undertaking, creating, co-ordinating and acting as a catalyst in the areas of entrepreneurship education, research and programme design, professional development and community entrepreneurship. It offers a range of education and support programmes designed to suit all sectors of the community including school pupils and teachers, university students, ex-offenders, those in need of literacy support, anyone with a business idea, professionals in private and public sector organisations wanting to develop entrepreneurial approaches, and business owners.
Conference Board of Canada (www.conferenceboard.ca)
The Conference Board of Canada is an independent, not-for-profit research organisation with affiliates in the United States and Europe. The mission of CBC is to help members anticipate and respond to the changing global economy. The mission of its National Business and Education Centre is to help business and education leaders work collaboratively to promote the development of a learning society that will prepare Canada's young people for a changing world. The Centre conducts research on issues of strategic concern to business and education; facilitates dialogue among business, education, government, labour and community leaders.
Connexions (www.connexions.gov.uk)
Connexions is a new support service for all young people aged 13 - 19 in England. The service aims to provide integrated advice, guidance and access to personal development opportunities for this age group and to help them make a smooth transition to adulthood and working life. Connexions joins up the work of six government Departments and their agencies and organisations on the ground, together with private and voluntary sector groups and youth and careers services. It brings together all the services and support young people need during their teenage years. A key feature is access to a personal adviser for all young people.
Enterprise Insight (www.enterpriseinsight-scotland.com/ei-home.html)
An important initiative to raise the profile of enterprise is 'Enterprise Insight'. It was launched, UK wide, by the Department of Trade and Industry in May 2000 and led by CBI, Institute of Directors and the Chambers of Commerce. The Scottish Campaign was launched in June 2001. The campaign is focusing on targeting 5 to 30 year olds with the following aims:
- encouraging more positive attitudes towards enterprise
- developing more enterprising behaviours, skills and capabilities
- increasing awareness, knowledge and understanding of entrepreneurship
- promoting self-employment as a positive career option
The main focus of the campaign in 2001/02 was a series of Youth Enterprise Showcases held in every area of Scotland. These events drew together schools, business representatives and business support communities. Activities focused on personal awareness of talents, abilities and potential, and meeting business people (Enterprise Insight 2001).
Entrepreneurial Exchange (www.entex.co.uk)
The Entrepreneurial Exchange was formed in 1995 and was created "for entrepreneurs, by entrepreneurs''. It has over 400 members representing 55,000 employees. Its mission is to "lead the drive to make Scotland a more entrepreneurial and confident society for the benefit of all". Its aim is to provide a network of support for entrepreneurs to help grow and strengthen their businesses.
Federation of Small Businesses (www.fsb.org.uk)
The Federation of Small Businesses (FSB) is a non-party political, not for profit, membership organisation promoting and protecting the interests of the self-employed and owners of small firms. It has over 170,000 members in the UK across 33 regions. It represents approximately 16,000 small businesses in Scotland. On the member benefits side, it offers assistance and support 24 hours a day, while its lobbying arm represents the interests of the small business sector at all levels of government and puts the FSB viewpoint over to the media.
"Get into Enterprise" (GiE) (www.getintoenterprise.com)
GiE, delivered by Careers Scotland is a series of 12 modules designed to take people through the process of starting a business. It can be used flexibly, for example as stand alone, or integrated into other subjects. It is used in schools, colleges and with social inclusion partnership groups.
Global Entrepreneurship Monitor (GEM) (www.gemconsortium.org)
The Global Entrepreneurship Monitor (GEM) research program, directed by academics from Babson College and London Business School, is an annual assessment of the national level of entrepreneurial activity. Initiated in 1999 with 10 countries, expanded to 21 in the year 2000, it included 31 countries in 2001. The research program, based on a harmonized assessment of the level of national entrepreneurial activity for all participating countries, involves exploration of the role of entrepreneurship in national economic growth. Entrepreneurship is measured by an index called "Total Entrepreneurial Activity" (TEA). TEA is calculated as the sum of the prevalence of nascent entrepreneurship (those planning to start a business) and new firm owner/managers of less than 42 months.
Her Majesty's Inspectorate of Education (HMIE) (www.scotland.gov.uk/hmie)
HMIE is an Executive Agency of the Scottish Executive. HM Inspectors undertake first-hand, independent evaluations of the quality of educational provision. Each year they investigate and publish reports on key aspects of education. The collation, analysis and publication of the evidence and conclusions identify and promote best practice in improving standards and quality. HMIE draw on the results of evaluations, and their overall knowledge of the system, to provide independent professional advice to the Scottish Ministers, relevant departments of the Scottish Executive and others.
The IoD (Institute of Directors) (www.iod.com)
The IoD (Institute of Directors) is a worldwide, non-political independent organisation with over 55,000 members in the UK, including members from large public companies to directors of small firms. It provides a wide range of business services including information, advice and training. The IoD also represents the interests of its members to government and key opinion-formers.
Learning and Teaching Scotland (LTS) (www.LTScotland.com)
Learning and Teaching Scotland was formed in July 2000 with the merger of the Scottish Consultative Council on the Curriculum and the Scottish Council for Educational Technology. LTS is a national public body sponsored by the Scottish Executive Education Department, with a key role in advising Scottish Ministers. It undertakes the role of curriculum review and development through a process of wide consultation; it provides extensive support on the curriculum and assessment through publications and support materials, for the different stages of the school curriculum (pre-school, 5-14, 14-18); it provides support for subject specific aspects of the curriculum and generic and cross-stage issues. It is responsible for developing Information and Communications Technology for enhancing learning and the National Grid for Learning, providing staff development in these areas.
National Centre: Education for Work and Enterprise (www.natcentre.org.uk)
The National Centre was established in 1998, comprising the Centre for Enterprise Education and the Centre for Guidance, Careers and Personal and Social Development (both of Strathclyde University), the former Education Business Partnership Network and the Scottish Councils' Education Industry Network, with support from Scottish Enterprise, Highlands and Islands Enterprise and CBI Scotland. Its aim is to "raise awareness amongst educators of the vital role they play in providing young people with the skills and abilities they need and to encourage employers and entrepreneurs to involve themselves fully in education". It has provided in-service training for teachers in enterprise education, managed teacher placements in business and industry, facilitated discussion with business, managed the Motorola Award for Excellence in Education for Work and Enterprise, and undertaken evaluation and research.
NFTE (www.nfte.comandwww.nfte.org.uk)
The National Foundation for Teaching Entrepreneurship (NFTE) was founded in New York in 1988. The main aim is to introduce teenagers in low income, disadvantaged communities to business and entrepreneurship by setting up and running their own business. This has strong links with Babson's University who run a summer academy for training teachers to use NFTE materials. NFTE UK offers a range of programmes including their Core Programme which covers small business start-up issues, awareness raising sessions, entrepreneurship training courses where the focus is on lifeskills, and online learning.
NHO
NHO is the Confederation of Norwegian Business and Industry with between 16,000 and 18,000 members. It has been proactive in developing links between education and business and employs 20 teachers who manage and deliver partnership programmes across Norway. The main objective of this programme is to improve young people's knowledge of local businesses and opportunities which exist in them.
Schools Enterprise Programme (www.schoolsenterprise.co.uk/content/publicmain.asp)
The Schools Enterprise Programme (SEP), launched in September 2001 with joint private and Scottish Executive funding, aims to ensure that each child in every primary school will have experience of at least two quality enterprise projects and one in S1/S2. The purpose of the programme is not to focus on the events but to encourage enterprise approaches to teaching and learning, thus embedding 'enterprise' into the curriculum. Enterprise Education Support Officers have been appointed in every area (Careers Scotland regions) to provide support, co-ordination and follow-up.
Scottish Chambers of Commerce (www.scottishchambers.org.uk)
The Scottish Chambers of Commerce is the umbrella organisation of all the local Chambers of Commerce in Scotland. The main function of the umbrella body is to promote and protect the interests of the local Chambers and their member companies to the UK Government, the Scottish Executive, opposition parties, senior civil servants, the Enterprise bodies, COSLA and other public bodies. Local Chambers of Commerce are located throughout the length and breadth of Scotland. The Chambers of Commerce in Scotland have around 10,000 members. Members range from the country's largest companies to the smallest retail and professional organisations.
Scottish Centre for Financial Education (www.ltscotland.com/curriculum/financialeducation.asp)
The Scottish Centre for Financial Education was set up in January 2002 and is working to support developments in financial education in schools. Its role is to help teachers and education authorities to provide a high standard of financial education to meet the needs of all their learners. Over a period of three years it will plan teachers' continuing professional development and accreditation, establish a network of contacts across financial and education sectors and provide advice on resources and other information.
The Scottish Council of National Training Organisations (SCONTO) (www.sconto.org.uk)
The Scottish Council of National Training Organisations (SCONTO), soon to be renamed the Sector Skills Alliance, provides leadership, guidance and practical support to Sector Skills Councils and organisations formerly recognised by Government as National Training Organisations in Scotland. It aims to assist in the development of a competitive Scotland through increasing the skills of the Scottish workforce by providing a focus for information exchange, development and promotional activities. The Sector Skills Councils are employer led, independent organisations which represent industry or business sectors which are economically or strategically significant. They are licensed by government to tackle skills and productivity needs in their sector.
The Prince's Scottish Youth Business Trust (PSYBT) (www.psybt.org.uk)
The PSYBT was launched in 1989. It is a charitable company limited by guarantee with a private sector led board. Its aim is to provide seedcorn finance, help, advice and ongoing support to 18 to 25 year olds in Scotland so they can set up and run their own businesses. It also offers loans for business development from its Growth Fund.
Scottish Qualifications Authority and Scottish Qualifications (www.sqa.org.uk)
The Scottish Qualifications Authority is the main accrediting and awarding body for qualifications in Scotland, including work-based Scottish Vocational Qualifications and school and college based awards. Following the Higher Still Review of Qualifications the 'new' National Qualifications were introduced. These have replaced the former National Certificate Modules and are replacing the Scottish Certificate in Education (SCE) qualifications of Highers and Sixth Year Studies. National Qualifications are offered at the following levels: Access, Intermediate 1, Intermediate 2, Higher and Advanced Higher.
Shell LiveWIRE (www.shell-livewire.org)
Shell LiveWIRE, launched in 1982, is a UK wide initiative supported by Shell UK to help young people aged 16 to 30 to see starting a business as a viable and desirable career option. Those interested in starting a business are given information, and the ongoing advice and support of a local business adviser. Shell LiveWIRE runs an annual Business Start-up Awards competition with cash prizes and 'help-in-kind' support. Competitions are organised as local, regional and national events.
Skene Young Entrepreneur's Award
Skene Young Entrepreneur's Award was introduced in 1986 by Aberdeen businessman, Charles Skene, to encourage enterprise in primary and secondary schools throughout Scotland and to introduce an element of competition and recognise success. Local judges select the most outstanding enterprise in both primary and secondary schools in each of five areas, the winners receive a cash prize and go forward to the National Awards. A separate panel of national judges selects from the area winners the most outstanding enterprise in primary and secondary schools in Scotland.
Small Business Gateway (www.sbgateway.com)
The Small Business Gateway is a service provided by the Scottish Enterprise Network and its local partners. It provides local single access points to a range of services for businesses including support for business start-up, high-growth business start-up, business growth and a wide-ranging information service for existing businesses.
Women into Science and Engineering (www.strath.ac.uk/Other/WISE/WISEhome/Introduction.html)
The Women Into Science and Engineering (WISE) campaign was launched by the Engineering Council to change the attitudes of young people, parents, teachers and the general public to the value of science, engineering and technology (SET) and to demonstrate their suitability as career options for both men and women. It has been operating in Scotland since 1996. Its activities include events held at universities and colleges during which girls can get a taste of SET; events at which teachers can be appraised of the opportunities available in SET and events held in industry to allow girls to see SET in action
Young Engineers Clubs (www.scdi.org.uk)
The Scottish Council for Development and Industry has developed over 140 Young Engineers Clubs throughout Scotland. The aim of the Clubs is to involve young people in the challenges and fun of science, engineering and technology by encouraging them to exercise their creative and innovative skills appropriately supported by professional engineers. In this way, young engineers also develop their skills in problem-solving through working in a team environment. The Clubs stimulate an interest in science, engineering and technology and demonstrate the relevance of mathematics and physics in the formation of engineers.
Young Enterprise Scotland (www.yes.org.uk)
Young Enterprise Scotland is the Scottish licencee of Junior Achievement International. JAI is a prominent provider in the field of business awareness, providing training and materials for all stages of the school system in economic and business literacy. JAI was founded in 1920 and now operates in 112 countries. Young Enterprise was established in Scotland in 1975 and works through a network of over 1200 volunteers. The programmes always involve someone from the business community who may be a trainer, adviser or mentor. In Scotland, the most well known of their activities is the company programme. YES has recently successfully piloted a number of other JAI programmes in West Lothian and is introducing a business start-up/self-employment model, called YES2ME.COM.
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