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Growing Success with Lidl’s 'Feed Your Mind' Degree Programme
PUBLISHED 29 JUNE 2021
Completing a degree while in full-time employment has never been so easy with Lidl’s Feed Your Mind Degree Programme
Lidl's 'Feed Your Mind' Degree Programme offers participants the very best of both worlds. With hands-on work experience and a full salary, the two-year, Level 7 Foundation Degree in Management Practice with specialism in retail gives employees a unique opportunity to develop real-life skills with the support of academic development.
The programme runs in conjunction with Ulster University and Irish Times Training, and commenced in 2018 with an increase in applications and participants every year since, from just over 800 applications in 2018 with 17 placed on to the programme, to almost 2,400 applications in 2020 with 35 successful applicants. Even more people are expected to be accepted this year, says Jack O’Brien, employer brand business partner with Lidl Ireland and Northern Ireland.
“The 'Feed Your Mind' Management Degree Programme is an exceptional opportunity for those in the early stages of retail management who want to fast-track their career with one of the world’s most ambitious global retailers,” he says. The programme offers a unique opportunity to retail and logistics professionals who are hungry to build their career, benefiting from secure paid employment while enjoying access to a fully funded university degree.
Applications are now open until July 16th, 2021, for the forthcoming September intake, and strong interest is expected from candidates both within Lidl and externally.
“Lidl has a very clear vision for success within the global retail industry." says Mr O'Brien. "If you’re looking for a challenging role in a fast-paced environment with industry-best benefits, then I’d encourage you to apply!”
So, what are you waiting for? You can apply for the Lidl 'Feed Your Mind' Degree Programme now at jobs.lidl.ie/jobsearch and, if you're in Northern Ireland, at jobs.lidl-ni.co.uk/jobsearch.
You can read more on irishtimes.com about the programme here.