Resource: BBC Embraces Blind Recruitment Written by Bek Frith Saturday 12 November 2016 Share Share to LinkedIn Share to Facebook Share via email The BBCs New Diversity Strategy Includes Removing Candidates' Names and University Details From Cvs The BBC's new diversity strategy includes removing candidates' names and university details from CVs The BBC will be anonymising job applications for core roles in order to increase diversity. The plans were announced after the broadcaster faced pressure from ministers to increase the number of staff from under-represented backgrounds. The new diversity strategy includes removing candidates' names and the universities they went to from CVs, making sure at least 10% of apprenticeship places are taken by people with disabilities, and providing pre-application training to potential staff from under-represented groups, including guidance on preparing CVs and interview techniques. Read the full story: http://www.hrmagazine.co.uk/article-details/bbc-embraces-blind-recruitment Bek Frith HR Magazine Like this article? Why not share it. Share to LinkedIn Share to Facebook Share via email Topic: Personal Development Chartered Manager Rosie Hewat says CMI is like “a rare coin in your pocket” Rosie Hewat CMgr MCMI, Chartered Manager of the Week, says CMI laid solid foundations for her professional qualifications Read article Article Topic: Bridging the gap: Supporting a new generation of leaders CMI’s research reveals a growing disconnect between employer expectations and young people’s readiness for the workplace. Read article Research Topic: Highlights – 8 July More scorching summer sun – and leadership’s duty to provide trust, support and a cool breeze Read article Article Topic: Transforming global business firms Dr Elizabeth Andrews CMgr MCMI shares the role of innovative knowledge management in a digitally connected era Read article Article Resource The information on this page is designed to help you to develop ever more compelling business proposals and presentations. Take a look at our selection of tools which could help support you. Members See More CMI Members have access to thousands of online learning and CPD resources. Learn more about our membership benefits Join The Community CMI offers a variety of flexible membership solutions, tailored to your needs. Find out more and get involved in the CMI community today.