'We live in an increasingly complex, fast-paced and technologically driven world. Science and mathematics education is vital for developing people with the skills and knowledge to take advantage of the exciting opportunities this creates, to allow people to flourish and succeed in their careers, and in addressing some of the questions and challenges our modern world presents.

However, a shortage of science, technology, engineering and maths (STEM) subject knowledge among school leavers and graduates continues to pose a challenge for businesses and their continued growth. At the same time young people find themselves without the skills and knowledge they need to progress in their careers.1 Business support for STEM teaching can help equip young people to take advantage of the opportunities ahead of them, help meet employers’ needs for skills and knowledge and help the UK keep pace with international competitors.2 We know that business relationships with schools and colleges can play a crucial role in supporting STEM education. The aim of this guide is to support more employers, of all sizes and sectors, to work with teachers to help encourage and enthuse future generations about the value of STEM'. - with this foreword the CBI introduces it's guide for supporting STEM activites in schools and colleges, 'Making Education Your Business' which can be accessed below. 

Crucially, the case studies presented throughout this guide highlight the key features of a successful, mutually beneficial, education scheme. A successful scheme should be: collaboratively planned, teacher-focused, curriculum relevant,  sustained through long-term, committed partnerships and considerate of local needs.  Similar to the principles underlying our Enterprise Adviser network. 

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