Global Skills

Our focus on global skills equips you for the future of work. You'll graduate with so much more than your course qualification.

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What are global skills?

Global skills or soft skills, are the ability to thrive in international settings. Typically you don’t learn these in the classroom - our approach changes this and makes it possible.

You'll gain a Global Skills Certificate when studying for 4 weeks or more. You'll also get the opportunity to to earn Digital Badges when you opt-in for additional activities.

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Certified Skills

Critical Thinking

Assess information carefully to make well-informed decisions.

This empowers employees to make well-informed, objective decisions that consider all angles of a situation. This approach reduces impulsive actions, improves decision quality, and ultimately supports better strategic planning and risk management within the organisation.

Communication and Intercultural Competence

Communicate effectively in different situations and engage with people from diverse backgrounds.

This builds strong, respectful relationships with colleagues and clients globally. By fostering inclusivity and understanding, these skills help create a cohesive workplace where diverse perspectives are valued and collaboration is seamless.

Collaboration

Work productively with others to achieve shared goals.

A collaborative approach to tasks enhances productivity, encourages innovation, and allows for the achievement of complex organisational goals that require diverse skills and viewpoints.

Problem-solving

Identify and resolve problems using practical strategies.

Strong problem-solving skills equip Gen Z employees to identify the root causes of issues and implement practical, often creative, solutions. Their ability to tackle challenges proactively reduces downtime, minimises disruptions, and keeps projects on track, benefiting both productivity and morale.

AI and Digital Literacy

Use digital tools and AI resources effectively and confidently.

Familiarity with digital tools and AI enables the ability streamline processes, analyse data efficiently, and improve decision-making through technology. This digital competence supports innovation and helps companies stay competitive in a fast-evolving, tech-driven market

Presentation Skills

Deliver clear and engaging presentations to various audiences

The ability to deliver clear, engaging presentations helps to effectively communicate ideas, project updates, and insights to diverse audiences. Good presentation skills build confidence, facilitate knowledge sharing, and strengthen the impact of strategic initiatives, leading to better-informed teams and stakeholders.

Digital Badges

Push your potential even further with our badges.

You’ll get the opportunity to gain these through additional activities while studying with us. You can easily add these to your Linkedin profile to show potential employers how valuable you could be to them and stand out on this professional platform.

Benefits

For students: Build your digital professional profile and resume to easily show your skills and potential to stand out.

For employers: Find potential talent easily, with assurance that skills and accomplishments are certified (Global Skills Certificate) and backed by Linkedin (Digital Badges).

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Choose Bayswater

We offer flexible course options and expert advice across our schools in the UK, Cyprus, South Africa, Canada and France. You'll find the perfect match to upskill your future. Choose from languages or professional courses, or both!

Our social programmes and accommodation options promise an all inclusive experience and the perfect place to start or continue your study-abroad journey.

Hear from our students

"Thanks to Bayswater's help, I had the opportunity to work at a local primary school as a volunteer."

"The course material is excellent and the teachers are fabulous! I love all of them."

"I didn't learn only French but also learned about the French culture, way of life, food and wine."

"I took classes with big names in the fashion industry and learned things I had no idea existed, expanding my horizons and opening new paths."

“The teachers and staff don’t just help you because it’s their job. I felt like I was in a family, every break, every week, every weekend and all the times we went on a trip together.”

“I will never forget the countless experiences that I have had in the school and with the friends I have made.”

"It was a fantastic experience, both the teachers and the school team were always on hand to help. The located great too. I highly recommend Bayswater to anyone who wants to do an exchange program."

"I had an incredibly cool time at Bayswater and was able to improve my English skills a lot."