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Ahead of our OLCEC ’26 International Education Conference, ‘Deploying AI, People, Innovation, and Opportunities for Successful Partnerships’, we are delighted to share that Dr. Christopher J. Bamber’s and Dr. Enis Elezi’s chapter, ‘Managing Cross-Cultural Teams’, will be published in the forthcoming Routledge volume 'Mastering Cross-Cultural Management: Navigating the Global Workplace' on 26 August 2026.

A timely contribution to understanding leadership and teamwork in diverse global organisations.

As we celebrate this upcoming publication, we also invite researchers, academics and professionals to contribute to the conversation by submitting their papers for OLCEC ’26.

The deadline for paper submissions is 26 August 2026.

Find out more about OLCEC ’26 and submit your paper:
https://olceurope.com/events/education-conference-2026

Pre-order the book now:

Routledge:
https://www.taylorfrancis.com/books/edit/10.4324/9781003620921/mastering-cross-cultural-management-alireza-nazarian-pantea-foroudi

Amazon:
https://www.amazon.com/Mastering-Cross-Cultural-Management-Navigating-Workplace/dp/1041027761

There is still time to submit your papers!

The deadline to submit your paper for OLCEC’26 International Educational Conference 2026 is next Wednesday!

If you have research, innovative ideas or professional insights you’d like to share, now is the time to get involved and be part of this year’s conference.

OLCEC’26 will bring together academics, researchers, professionals and students to share knowledge, exchange ideas and explore new perspectives. This is your opportunity to showcase your work, contribute to meaningful discussions and connect with others from across the education and professional community.

- Paper submissions close Wednesday, 26 August 2026
- Conference: 17 November 2026

Don’t miss the opportunity to share your work and be part of OLCEC’26.

𝗪𝗮𝗻𝘁 to build a career in health, social care, or community wellbeing?​

Start with the 𝗖𝗲𝗿𝘁𝗛𝗘 𝗜𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗴𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗱 𝗛𝗲𝗮𝗹𝘁𝗵, 𝗦𝗼𝗰𝗶𝗮𝗹 𝗖𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗪𝗲𝗹𝗹𝗯𝗲𝗶𝗻𝗴.​

Progress to the Level 5 𝗙𝗱𝗔, then complete the 𝗕𝗔 (𝗛𝗼𝗻𝘀) 𝗧𝗼𝗽-𝗨𝗽 at Level 6.​

Each stage develops knowledge in mental health, safeguarding, community wellbeing, care practice, and leadership.​

The pathway helps you build both academic understanding and practical workplace skills.​

𝗘𝘅𝗽𝗹𝗼𝗿𝗲 the right starting point for your health and social care journey.​

🎓 Explore your next opportunity: https://olceurope.com/courses

𝗡𝗼𝘁 sure which course level matches your current qualifications?​

Start with a 𝗟𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗹 𝟯 Foundation Year or continue through CertHE Level 4 and FdA Level 5.​

Students ready to complete their degree pathway can explore the 𝗟𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗹 𝟲 Top-up.​

Study options are available at all campuses.

Evening classes from 𝟱𝗽𝗺 𝘁𝗼 𝟵𝗽𝗺 can help you balance study with daily responsibilities.​

𝗙𝗶𝗻𝗱 the right starting point for September 2026.

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𝗪𝗮𝗻𝘁 to build practical skills for a career in business and management?​

Start with the 𝗖𝗲𝗿𝘁𝗛𝗘 𝗕𝘂𝘀𝗶𝗻𝗲𝘀𝘀 𝗠𝗮𝗻𝗮𝗴𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 with Foundation Year.​

Progress to the Level 5 𝗙𝗱𝗔, then complete the 𝗕𝗔 (𝗛𝗼𝗻𝘀) 𝗧𝗼𝗽-𝗨𝗽 at Level 6.​

You will study areas including marketing, finance, leadership, strategy, operations, and entrepreneurship.​

Each stage develops academic knowledge alongside practical workplace and problem-solving skills.​

𝗘𝘅𝗽𝗹𝗼𝗿𝗲 the right starting point for your business management journey.

🎓 Explore your next opportunity: https://olceurope.com/courses

𝗪𝗵𝗮𝘁 careers could this MSc lead too?

You could progress towards roles such as 𝗛𝗲𝗮𝗹𝘁𝗵𝗰𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝗠𝗮𝗻𝗮𝗴𝗲𝗿, Clinical Lead, Practice Manager, or Health Policy Analyst.​

The course builds skills in 𝘀𝘁𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗴𝘆, team leadership, service improvement, and evidence-based decision-making.​

It is designed for professionals ready to move beyond operational work into 𝘀𝗲𝗻𝗶𝗼𝗿 𝗹𝗲𝗮𝗱𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗵𝗶𝗽.​

You can also explore opportunities across governance, community care, consultancy, and hospital administration.​

🎓 Explore your next opportunity: https://olceurope.com/courses/msc-leadership-in-health-and-social-care

Make your student experience count!

Want to get more involved at OLC and gain valuable experience along the way?

Our Student Ambassador opportunities give you the chance to represent OLC, support events and Open Days, meet new people and develop skills that can strengthen your CV. 🤝

From helping at graduation ceremonies and conferences to welcoming visitors and supporting recruitment events, there are plenty of ways to get involved. With flexible volunteering designed to fit around your studies, work and family commitments.

-Build your experience
-Grow your confidence
-Expand your network
- Receive recognition and small rewards

Ready to represent OLC and inspire others?

📩 Speak to your tutor or contact [email protected] to get involved!

𝗥𝗲𝗮𝗱𝘆 to move from delivering services to helping lead and improve them?​

The 𝗠𝗦𝗰 𝗟𝗲𝗮𝗱𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗵𝗶𝗽 𝗶𝗻 𝗛𝗲𝗮𝗹𝘁𝗵 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗦𝗼𝗰𝗶𝗮𝗹 𝗖𝗮𝗿𝗲 develops practical skills in leadership, strategy, teamwork, and organisational change.​

You will explore how to lead effective teams, improve services, and make evidence-based decisions.​

The 18-month programme combines academic learning with its application in a professional setting.​

Face-to-face sessions and blended learning are structured to support professionals with busy schedules.​

𝗧𝗮𝗸𝗲 the next step towards becoming a confident and effective healthcare leader.

🎓 Explore your next opportunity: https://olceurope.com/courses/msc-leadership-in-health-and-social-care

Be part of the OLC International Educational Conference 2026!

Join us on 17 November 2026 as we bring together academics, researchers, professionals and students to exchange ideas, share research and make new connections.

This year, we’ll be exploring “Deploying AI, People, Innovation and Opportunities for Successful Partnerships” Looking at the ideas and opportunities shaping the future of education and professional practice.

- FREE to attend
- Conference Date: 17 November 2026
- Paper submission deadline: 26 August 2026

Whether you’d like to present your research or join us for the day, we’d love to see you there.

📲 Scan the QR code to register!