LSBU wins top apprenticeship award

London South Bank University (LSBU) has been named the Best University for Apprenticeships at the 2024 Apprenticeship Guide Awards.

This award recognizes the university’s commitment to providing exceptional apprenticeship opportunities and fostering strong partnerships with employers.

“This achievement is a true testament to the hard work, dedication, and commitment of our apprenticeship team, LSBU staff, our partners, and, most importantly, our apprentices,” said Sammy Shummo, Group Director of Apprenticeships at LSBU.

“At LSBU, we are committed to providing high-quality apprenticeship opportunities that meet the needs of both employers and apprentices, and this award is a recognition of the outstanding work being done across the university," he added.

LSBU encourages employers to partner with the university and take advantage of its wide range of apprenticeship programmes. By working with LSBU, employers can access a diverse pool of talented apprentices, benefit from bespoke training solutions tailored to their business needs and contribute to the development of the next generation of industry professionals.

"I would like to extend my gratitude to our partners, stakeholders, and senior leaders for their ongoing support, and to our apprentices for their hard work, dedication, and commitment,” Sammy Shumo said.

The awards were developed to celebrate excellence in the apprenticeships space, from employers to training providers and beyond.