UWTSD Welcomes CBI Wales to Discuss Skills and Economic Growth

The University of Wales Trinity Saint David (UWTSD) has welcomed members of CBI Wales to its SA1 Waterfront campus in Swansea for its West Wales Quarter 4 meeting.  The meeting discussed  strengthening the links between higher education and business, developing future skills, and supporting economic growth across Wales.

Attending the meeting was  Professor Gareth Davies, Dean of the University’s Institute of Management and Health, who was keen to explore the shared priorities of UWTSD and CBI Wales and the role of education and industry in preparing Wales’s workforce for the future.

During the visit, members toured the University’s IQ Building, gaining an insight into the state-of-the-art facilities supporting student learning, innovation, and engagement with industry.

Welcoming CBI members, Professor Davies said “Developing the skills and talent required for a rapidly changing economy is a shared priority for both UWTSD and CBI Wales. Bringing together business leaders and academics is essential if we are to ensure that education and training align with industry needs. We were delighted to host the visit and showcase our facilities, while highlighting the many ways in which UWTSD is supporting innovation, leadership development, and economic growth across Wales.”

The visit provided an opportunity to build on the established relationship between the University and CBI Wales, with a shared focus on ensuring higher education and business continue to work together to meet the changing needs of the Welsh economy.

Further Information

Rebecca Davies

Executive Press and Media Relations Officer    
Corporate Communications and PR    
Email: rebecca.davies@uwtsd.ac.uk    
Phone: 07384 467071