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Introduction to the Taylor Bennett Foundation PR & Communications Training Programme

The Taylor Bennett Foundation's award-winning PR Training Programme is a full-time training course in Public Relations (PR) and Communications designed to equip participants with the relevant knowledge, insights and skills to work in the PR and communications industry.

Our training programme is designed to directly address the need for greater ethnic diversity in the Public Relations (PR) and Communications industry and is open to graduates from a Black, Asian and minority ethnic background to apply.

There are a number of training programmes that run each year, each programme has a different partner. Our current programme partners are: Brunswick Group, Finsbury, FTI Consulting and HSBC UK.


APPLICATIONS FOR OUR AUTUMN PR TRAINING PROGRAMME ARE NOW OPEN - TO APPLY PLEASE CLICK HERE


The autumn programme partner is FTI Consulting’s Strategic Communications practice.

FTI Consulting is an independent global business advisory firm dedicated to helping organizations manage change, mitigate risk and resolve disputes: financial, legal, operational, political & regulatory, reputational and transactional. Individually, each practice is a leader in its specific field, staffed with experts recognized for the depth of their knowledge and a track record of making an impact.

The Strategic Communications practice of FTI Consulting is one of the world's largest, most dynamic and highly regarded global communications consultancies.

As a leading global communications consultancy with more than 30 years of experience advising management teams and boards of directors, FTI help clients communicate effectively to protect and enhance their business interests with key stakeholders. They have a comprehensive view of strategic communications with an integrated suite of services in financial communications, corporate reputation and public affairs in all the major markets around the world.

To find out more about FTI Consulting, visit their website here. 


What is the PR Training programme? 

The Taylor Bennett Foundation (TBF) PR Training programme is a paid, in-person, 8-week intensive PR and Communications training programme. 

The training programme will include:  

  • Strategic Communications workshops including:
    • An Introduction to Financial Communications
    • People & Transformation
    • ESG & Sustainability 
    • Investor Relations and Media Relations 
    • Public Affairs
    • Issues and Crisis Communications
  • Employability sessions to help you plan your future in the communications industry 
  • Tailored English tuition session to boost your writing skills 
  • Present campaigns and research topics to a variety of audiences 
  • Writing tasks – including analysis, data evaluation, reports as well as media summaries, press releases and blogs
  • Masterclasses: weekly masterclasses are held with a variety of agencies and in-house communication teams 
  • Training courses via the CIPR and PRCA  

The traineeships are paid. The training allowance is equivalent to your age and the National Minimum Wage + up to a Zone 1-3 travelcard in London*.

*Travel expenses will only be reimbursed if in-person travel is required. 

What will I gain from the training programme?

Throughout the programme you will build an understanding of:

  • The world of business, and how this intersects with politics, media and social issues
  • The role of communications in enabling successful business
  • The role of a Consultant - bringing knowledge, experience and an ‘outside view’ to clients;

The training programme will help you to develop a number of professional skills, including: 

  • Research, analysis and critical thinking;
  • How to write clearly, concisely and convincingly; 
  • How to use creative and visual tools to convey your message with impact;
  • How to deliver advice in a meeting, on the phone, and via electronic communications;
  • Message development - how to identify, shape and ‘sell’ your story;
  • The value of listening, challenging constructively and responding to the views of others to work towards consensus and a clear way forward;
  • How to manage your own reputation and develop your own professional style; 

What are we looking for?

  • Passion for current affairs, the commercial world and the media.
  • Raw talent, ambition and drive.
  • Excellent research and analytical skills.
  • Lively curiosity and a hunger to learn.
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Clear interest in the PR and Communications industry

Eligibility

  • You must be from a Black, Asian and minority ethnic background.
  • You must be a graduate or graduated within the last three years. We accept applications from graduates who have studied any subject.
  • You must be strongly interested in pursuing a career in Public Relations (PR) and communications.
  • You must be a British national or have an immigration status that allows you to be employed in the UK at the end of the programme.
  • You must be able to commit to the full hybrid programme.
  • You must be able to attend the sessions in person, which will be based in London.

Applications that do not meet our eligibility criteria will not be accepted.

A full list of FAQ's can be found here.


How do I apply?

To apply for the autumn PR Training programme, please complete the application form here in full. 

Key dates to be aware of:

    • Applications for the PR Training programme will close on September 8th 2023.
    • Shortlisted applicants will be invited to take part in an initial interview with the Foundation week commencing September 11th or 18th.
    • If successful, you will be invited to attend our pre-assessment briefing session on September 28th 2023 and an assessment day with FTI Consulting on 6th October 2023.

The winter PR Training programme will run from Monday 16th October to Friday 8th December 2023.

If you have any queries about the Training programme or application process, then please contact [email protected]

        Published: 22nd February, 2019

        Updated: 1st August, 2023

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