Award-winning apprentice, Harry Preston-Jones: “This was the best decision I ever made” Accountancy and Tax Level 7 apprenticeship award winner, Harry Preston-Jones, talks about how his apprenticeship has boosted his career. Kaplan · 16 minute read
Tasha Hartigan: Breaking stereotypes as a degree apprentice at HSBC Tasha Hartigan, a degree apprentice at HSBC, shares her journey from performing to finance, and how she aspires to be a role model for her children. Kaplan · 9 minute read
How Lillie Blackburn is shaping others’ lives as well as her own We caught up with Lillie Blackburn, winner of the Citizenship category at the Kaplan Apprenticeship Awards 2024, to hear her experience. Kaplan · 15 minute read
HSBC degree apprentice, Susannah Ball: "I have more belief in my potential" We caught up with Susannah Ball - a dedicated Commercial Banking degree apprentice at HSBC. Kaplan · 7 minute read
The ROI of apprenticeships for the business Far more than a training tool, apprenticeships are a strategic investment that boosts talent, drives innovation, and delivers measurable ROI. Kaplan · 5 minute read
Social mobility, security, stability, and skills for life: Malachi Swen Apprentice, Malachi Swen, highlights the transformative power of determination and opportunity. Kaplan · 13 minute read
Irsa Hussain: How honouring her parents’ sacrifices shaped her career In a world where expectations often dictate our paths, Irsa Hussain chose to honour her roots while carving her own journey. Kaplan · 7 minute read
Professional growth, opportunities, advocacy, and the power of diversity: Praise’s story In a world where opportunities can feel limited, Boma Praise Jumbo is a powerful example of determination, resilience, and the importance of diversity. Kaplan · 21 minute read
How businesses can prepare for Level 7 apprenticeship changes Level 7 apprenticeship funding may end in August 2025. Here’s our advice on how businesses can act now. Kaplan · 5 minute read
Empowering your team: Data User apprenticeships We hosted a webinar with Lloyds Banking Group to discuss how the Data User (Level 3) apprenticeship programme benefits the employer. Kaplan · 9 minute read
“Deaf people - you can do it” Abbas’ apprenticeship journey We caught up with Abbas - a deaf apprentice at Lloyds Banking Group. Kaplan · 11 minute read
“I left university after being offered an apprenticeship” We caught up with Kivneet Madhang - financial services customer advisor apprentice at HSBC. Kaplan · 5 minute read
Top emerging job roles in the finance industry for 2025 For those considering a career in finance, it’s important to know what roles are in-demand. Here are some of the emerging job roles for 2025. Kaplan · 10 minute read
Inside the mind of the UK's most qualified tax advisor This episode of Career Goals features the UK’s most tax qualified advisor, Rowan Morrow-McDade. Kaplan · 7 minute read
“I studied with Kaplan” - where are they now? We caught up with four of our former learners - Chelsea Andersen, Eugene Amo-Dadzie, Jag Dhaliwal, and James Wright. Kaplan · 9 minute read