Bright Network Academy

In this module, Katie and Raj from The Risky Mix podcast take you through what diversity means and how you can be thinking about it as you enter the world of work and progress in your career. Captions are available on this Bright Network Academy module. To activate captions, click the CC button on a video and select "English".

Wellbeing in your career

In this module, Bright Network's very own Head of People, Ally Monk, takes you through how you can be thinking about wellbeing when it comes to your career. Learn how to define wellbeing and how to navigate it, both at university and in the workplace. Captions are available on this Academy module. To activate captions, click the CC button on a video and select "English".

How to build confidence

In this module, Bright Network's very own Head of People, Ally Monk, takes you through how to build confidence, especially when it comes to navigating the career space. Learn how to define confidence and how to convey it during the application process and your wider life. Captions are available on this Academy module. To activate captions, click the CC button on a video and select "English".

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Digital Skills (2 modules)

Many graduates feel they are lacking the digital skills needed for them to thrive and progress in their careers. Skills like coding, data analysis, graphic design and project management are all skills that can set you apart in the eyes of employers. In this Digital Skills course, learn from experts on what these skills are and learn how to develop them yourself.

An introduction to coding

30 - 45 minutes | Easy

In this module, consultants from Bright Network Technology Academy give you the lowdown on all things coding-related. Start your journey in this key digital skill by learning what coding is, why it's important and how to get started with HTML and CSS.

How to use social media for business

Operating your own personal social media account and the social media accounts of a thriving business are very different. In this module, Bright Network's B2C Marketing Lead, Shelly O'Gilvie and Marketing Executive, Sophie Reynolds take you through how to use social media with business needs in mind. Learn everything from why businesses use social media to how to create content, set goals and measure results.

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Transferable Skills (6 modules)

Start building the key skills you'll need to develop throughout your career. In this course, we are joined by EY, Lidl, business writing expert John Trimbos, presentation expert Peggy Forell, personal brand expert Derin and ex-Freshfields lawyer and CEO of City Careers Series Jake Schogger. The modules made in partnership with these guests will give you top insights to take forward throughout the application process and beyond. To start the course, pick a module of interest or click the ‘Start the course’ button below.

Beginners guide to business writing

30 - 40 minutes | Intermediate

The ability to write clearly and concisely is a crucial skill to master both whilst you're at university and during your career. In this module, business writing expert John Trimbos shares his insights on how improve your writing, and stand out from the crowd. Captions are available on this Academy module. To activate captions, click the CC button on a video and select "English".

Learning about strengths

40 - 50 minutes | Easy

Strengths based recruitment helps students and graduates discover where their core skills lie, encouraging them to find roles which they can really succeed in. EY was one of the first companies to use this method of recruitment, but it's increasingly being used by large firms. This module will help you to understand your strengths and how you can demonstrate your competencies, giving you the edge in an application process. Captions are available on this Academy module. To activate captions, click the CC button on a video and select "English".

Developing effective presentation skills

Being able to deliver a great presentation is a key skill to develop throughout all stages of your career, whether or not you're delivering one at university, an interview or at work. In this module, presentation and communication expert, Peggy Forell takes you through her insights about how to develop top presentation skills and how to make people GLAD they came to yours. Captions are available on this Academy module. To activate captions, click the CC button on a video and select "English".

Resilience and taking feedback

20 - 25 minutes | Easy

Resilience is a key skill that employers look for in their graduates. You're likely to have some setbacks early in your career and companies want you to be able to adapt to change and bounce back. Taking and actioning feedback is a key part of this. This module will show you why it's so important, how you can develop resilience and also demonstrate it to employers. Captions are available on this Academy module. To activate captions, click the CC button on a video and select "English".

Creative problem solving

12 - 15 minutes | Easy

In this module, Bright Network's Marketing Manager, Shelly O'Gilvie takes you through the art of creative problem-solving. You'll learn about what problem-solving is, why it's important and how to become an efficient problem solver. Captions are available on this Academy module. To activate captions, click the CC button on a video and select "English".

Your guide to personal branding

Personal branding is an essential way of demonstrating to employers what makes you unique. Your passions, interests, hobbies and personality are what make you stand out from others, and it's important to get this message across both online and offline. By ensuring your message is consistent across all platforms, you can gain credibility and authenticity which will greatly improve your chances of securing your dream role. In this module, our personal branding expert Derin, current student and influencer, provides her top tips on how to utilise digital and offline channels to increase your competitive advantage. Captions are available on this Academy module. To activate captions, click the CC button on a video and select "English".

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Leadership skills (3 modules)

This course is designed to help build on your leadership skills. With modules made in partnership with Teach First, Unlocked and Frontline, this is a fantastic place to start developing your key leadership skills that employers are looking for. Get started with the Developing leadership module or choose a module below that sparks an interest with you.

Developing leadership

In this module you'll hear from the organisations Unlocked, Teach First and Frontline who share their key insights and advice on what makes a great leader, how you can develop your skills and where to showcase these skills on your applications. This is an interactive lesson, where you'll be able to put into practice your key learnings from the module in the worksheet at the end. Captions are available on this Academy module. To activate captions, click the CC button on a video and select "English".

Adapting your communication style

Your communication style is unique to you and everybody has a different way of conveying a message. Learning how to tailor your message and read other people is a key part of this. Discover how you can find out more about your communication style and how to deliver it to other people. Captions are available on this Academy module. To activate captions, click the CC button on a video and select "English".

How to start your own business

40 - 60 minutes | Intermediate

Heading onto a graduate scheme isn't for everybody, and in this module, our founder and CEO, James, takes you through what he loves about entrepreneurship, how to know if it's for you, as well as some of the key things to think about when starting you own business. If you're interested in starting your own business one day, this module should be essential for you. Captions are available on this Academy module. To activate captions, click the CC button on a video and select "English".

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Commercial Awareness (4 modules)

It's a key attribute all employers look for and there's so much you can be doing to develop it during university. Two of these courses are delivered by commercial awareness expert and author Chris Stoakes and you will gain a valuable grounding on everything you need to know. Begin this course with the Developing your commercial awareness module below.

Developing your commercial awareness

Commercial awareness is an essential skill that all companies look for from their graduates. However, it's something that students don't feel confident about. In the module, we look at what it means to be commercial aware, the knowledge you need to know and how you can impress leading employers throughout an application process. Captions are available on this Academy module. To activate captions, click the CC button on a video and select "English".

Understanding City firms

30 - 35 minutes | Easy

Looking to work in the City? It's essential to understand how firms are set up and how you will fit into their organisation. Chris makes the complex stuff simple in this guide to City terminology, fee-earners, selling products, collaboration across the City and much more. Captions are available on this Academy module. To activate captions, click the CC button on a video and select "English".

Your guide to financial markets

35 - 40 minutes | Intermediate

Understanding the financial markets is crucial if you're after an internship or graduate role in the City. So many of the firms you're applying to will be directly involved in the markets, while others provide consulting services to these firms. Leading expert demystifies key terminology and helps you understand how they work. Captions are available on this Academy module. To activate captions, click the CC button on a video and select "English".

How a City deal works

30 - 40 minutes | Intermediate

Throughout this module, commercial awareness expert, author and ex-lawyer Chris Stoakes gives you a detailed understanding of City transactions. In the following five lessons, he explains and breaks down each of the key players involved in a Merger & Acquisition deal to help develop your commercial awareness. Captions are available on this Academy module. To activate captions, click the CC button on a video and select "English".

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Starting to code in Python (5 modules)

Made up of five different modules, this course will give you a broad understanding on Python and is a great way to kickstart your coding journey. These videos are all designed for beginners and have been created by Ellie Sleightholm, founder of Code of the Future.

Getting started with Python

50 - 60 minutes | Intermediate

Interested in learning more about code? This module is a great way to introduce yourself to coding in Python. We start your coding journey at the beginning with getting yourself set up with all the basics. Captions are available on this Academy module. To activate captions, click the CC button on a video and select "English".

Basic functions of Python: lists, loops and mini project

50 - 60 minutes | Intermediate

Now you've completed the introduction to Python, you can take your learning to the next stage in this module. Ellie talks you through three basic functions of Python. Captions are available on this Academy module. To activate captions, click the CC button on a video and select "English".

Basic functions of Python: mini project, game and booleans, while loop and if statement

40 - 45 minutes | Intermediate

The third module in this Python course allows you to develop your coding skills in three more key areas. Captions are available on this Academy module. To activate captions, click the CC button on a video and select "English".

Basic functions of Python: functions, plotting graphs, types and logical operations and strings

60 - 70 minutes | Intermediate

We hope you're enjoying this Python course so far and your basic understanding of code is building the more you progress through the modules. Next up, Ellie takes you through Functions, Plotting Graphs, Types and Logical Operations and Strings. Captions are available on this Academy module. To activate captions, click the CC button on a video and select "English".

Basic functions of Python: random password generator, tuples and quiz

40 - 45 minutes | Intermediate

In the final module of the course there are three key lessons to wrap up with. Captions are available on this Academy module. To activate captions, click the CC button on a video and select "English".

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Practical Uses of Python (6 modules)

In this course, Van Minh Nguyen takes you through six modules showing you various main functionalities in Python alongside practical examples in several codelabs, allowing you to test out and practice your new knowledge. Example solutions are also provided, so you can go back to check these in your own time.

Variables and Operators and Codelab 1

45 - 60 minutes | Intermediate

Minh introduces you to the course and to Python, and then shows you variables and operators, finishing with a codelab and an opportunity to practice your new skills. Captions are available on this Academy module. To activate captions, click the CC button on a video and select "English".

If else statements and Codelab 2

25 - 30 minutes | Intermediate

Learn about if else statements and practice your knowledge in a codelab. Captions are available on this Academy module. To activate captions, click the CC button on a video and select "English".

Lists and Codelab 3

35 - 40 minutes | Intermediate

Learn how to work through lists in Python and the useful situations you may need this function in. Practice your new knowledge in a codelab. Captions are available on this Academy module. To activate captions, click the CC button on a video and select "English".

Loops and Codelab 4

27 - 35 minutes | Intermediate

In this module Minh takes you through the Loops functions and how to use them in Python. A codelab will allow you to practice these functions. Captions are available on this Academy module. To activate captions, click the CC button on a video and select "English".

Functions and Codelab 5

30 - 35 minutes | Intermediate

In this module, Minh will teach you about functions in Python, and then talk you through a Codelab where you can practice your skills. Captions are available on this Academy module. To activate captions, click the CC button on a video and select "English".

YouTube Downloader

40 - 50 minutes | Intermediate

See how you can put all your newly acquired Python knowledge into practice while working through the YouTube Downloader tasks. Captions are available on this Academy module. To activate captions, click the CC button on a video and select "English".

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Sector 101s (11 modules)

Interested in pursuing a career in a particular sector? Take a Sector 101 module to learn more about the sector, what it entails and what to expect from a graduate role in the industry.

Accounting, Audit & Tax - Sector 101

Accounting, Audit & Tax is a sector that attracts many graduates from a diverse range of backgrounds. In this module, BDO takes you through what Accounting, Audit & Tax is, what working in the sector as a graduate is like and the skills you need to go into Accounting, Audit & Tax. Captions are available on this Bright Network Academy module. To activate captions, click the CC button on a video and select "English".

Asset Management - Sector 101

Asset Management is a fulfilling sector that attracts many graduates from various backgrounds. Led by leading global financial services group, Macquarie, this module takes you through everything you need to know about working in Asset Management. Captions are available on this Bright Network Academy module. To activate captions, click the CC button on a video and select "English".

Branding - Sector 101

In this module, Nestlé take you through what branding is and what working in branding in a large company looks like. You'll learn about what a typical branding project looks like as well as what a day looks like for a graduate. Captions are available on this Bright Network Academy module. To activate captions, click the CC button on a video and select "English".

Energy - Sector 101

30 - 45 minutes | Easy

In these changing times, the energy industry can be a fascinating place to start your career, especially if you're passionate about sustainability and finding new solutions. In this module, Shell takes you through what the energy industry is, what working in the sector as a graduate is like and the skills you need to get into this exciting area of work. Captions are available on this Bright Network Academy module. To activate captions, click the CC button on a video and select "English". These videos provide comments from a handful of Shell employees, speaking solely about their own experience. They are not speaking on behalf of Shell, their views are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of Shell.

Insurance - Sector 101

Insurance is a varied and exciting sector that many Bright Network members decide to pursue a career in. This module covers everything you need to know about the world of Insurance in partnership with world-leading Insurance firm, Allianz. Captions are available on this Academy module. To activate captions, click the CC button on a video and select "English".

Investment Banking - Sector 101

Investment Banking is an attractive sector to work in and graduates from a variety of backgrounds can find a place in the industry. Led by leading global financial services group, Macquarie, this module takes you through everything you need to know about working in Investment Banking. Captions are available on this Bright Network Academy module. To activate captions, click the CC button on a video and select "English".

Operations - Sector 101

Operations is a sector that attracts many graduates from a diverse range of backgrounds. In this module, Virgin Media takes you through what Operations is, what working in the sector as a graduate is like and the skills you need to go into Operations. Captions are available on this Bright Network Academy module. To activate captions, click the CC button on a video and select "English".

Journalism - Sector 101

35 - 40 minutes | Easy

In this module, VICE News Senior Reporter and former BBC West Africa and LGBT Correspondent, Ben Hunte takes you through the ins and outs of journalism. You'll get a crash course in this exciting field including the types of journalism you can explore as well as top tips from Ben on how to be the best journalist you can be.

Professional Services - Sector 101

The Professional Services sector is one of the biggest employers in the UK. In this module, PwC take you through what Professional Services are, what working in the sector as a graduate is like and the skills you need to go into Professional Services. Captions are available on this Bright Network Academy module. To activate captions, click the CC button on a video and select "English".

Teaching - Sector 101

Teaching is a varied and rewarding career that can make a real difference to the world we live in. In this module, Ark Teacher Training takes you through what working in Teaching is like, routes into teaching and some of the rewarding aspects of a career in the sector.

Technology Communications - Sector 101

Technology communications is a rapidly expanding sector that suits those who enjoy being innovative. In this module, Vodafone take you through what Technology Communications is, what working in the sector is like and the types of skills graduates who are interested in the industry should be thinking about. Captions are available on this Bright Network Academy module. To activate captions, click the CC button on a video and select "English".

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How to get into Accountancy (4 modules)

Bright Network's Financial Director, Freddie Dixon and leading employers in Accountancy take you through how to get into this exciting and varied sector.

An introduction to Accountancy

35 - 40 minutes | Easy

In this module ICAEW takes you through an introduction to accountancy, covering what accountancy is, what accountants do and what career paths are available in the sector. You'll also hear from several graduates on their perspective of what working in the sector is like.

Core skills needed for Accountancy

This module will give you a solid understanding of the key skills that you will need to have in order to be a successful accountant. Throughout this module Freddie will provide you with some key examples of when he has used these skills throughout his career so far, giving you a better understanding of what the role of an accountant entails. Captions are available on this Academy module. To activate captions, click the CC button on a video and select "English".

How to navigate the Accountancy application process

In partnership with PwC, this module explores the accountancy recruitment process and will give you a solid understanding of what to expect when applying for roles in the audit & accountancy sector. Captions are available on this Academy module. To activate captions, click the CC button on a video and select "English".

What does an Accountancy graduate actually do?

In this module, leading audit, tax and consulting provider, RSM, take you through what an Accountancy graduate actually does in the sector. Learn about a typical day in the life of an Accountancy graduate, how studying fits into this and the skills you'll want to cultivate. Captions are available on this Academy module. To activate captions, click the CC button on a video and select "English".

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How to get into Marketing (3 modules)

Marketing is a popular sector for bright graduates. This course will help you develop your skills to ultimately prepare for a career in marketing. Start the course now by clicking the Start the Course button below.

Introduction to Marketing

15 - 30 minutes | Easy

In this module, Bright Network's Marketing Director, Ben Triggs, gives you a crash course on all the need-to-know information in marketing. Learn the essentials of marketing and which area suits your skills and priorities best. Captions are available on this Academy module. To activate captions, click the CC button on a video and select "English".

Understanding Your Market

35 - 40 minutes | Easy

Looking at a career in marketing? Understanding your target market is crucial to being successful. For this module, we’re joined by Marketing Manager Shelly O’Gilvie, who will help you develop overall marketing skills, particularly in communication, analysis and attention to detail. Captions are available on this Academy module. To activate captions, click the CC button on a video and select "English".

Skills needed for marketing: 5 core skills and how to demonstrate them

In this module we're joined by founder of Vero Creative Agency, Francesca Kuhanuka. Francesca shares her expertise throughout the module and runs over the core 5 skills needed in a marketing role, as well as what it's like to work in a creative agency - particularly in your early career. Captions are available on this Academy module. To activate captions, click the CC button on a video and select "English".

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How to get into Consulting (2 modules)

Consulting is a popular sector for graduates, but that does make it competitive. There are key skills you need to have and demonstrate throughout an application process, as well as having a clear understanding of what is expected of you. Ex-Consultant, Ben Carter, and some of the leading employers in the sector, give you exclusive insights to support your development and get you ready for applications

Introduction to careers in Consulting

10 - 20 minutes | Easy

Consulting is a popular destination for many bright gradates but it's also a highly-competitive sector, so you want to ensure you stand out. In this module, we cover what skills make a good consultant, the types of projects a consultant works on and much more. Captions are available on this Academy module. To activate captions, click the CC button on a video and select "English".

How to Succeed in Consulting Applications

25 - 30 minutes | Easy

Interested in a career in consulting or currently preparing for an application? This module is led by the recruitment team at leading consulting firm Accenture. Oliver and Lydia will navigate you through everything regarding the application process – the different stages, what to expect, as well as giving you their top industry insights into what makes a candidate stand out. Start watching now to develop your skills in this area. Captions are available on this Academy module. To activate captions, click the CC button on a video and select "English".

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How to get into Banking (2 modules)

Banking is a popular sector for graduates, but that does make it very competitive. There are key skills you need to have and demonstrate throughout an application process, as well as having a clear understanding of what is expected of you. In this course, some of the leading employers in the sector will give you exclusive insights to support your development and get you ready for applications.

An introduction to careers in Banking

40 - 60 minutes | Easy

In this module J.P. Morgan take you through an introduction to Banking, covering what Banking is and the different departments, what bankers do and what career paths are available in the sector. You'll also hear from a number of graduates who share their perspective on working in this exciting industry. Captions are available on this Academy module. To activate captions, click the CC button on a video and select "English".

Navigating the Banking application process