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Retailers help business students get ready for life after graduation

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May 08, 2025

RETAIL experts from the University of Chester and major brands praised students from Chester Business School for their impressive knowledge and skills after challenging them with a series of tasks.

Retailers help business students get ready for life after graduation

Final year students had the chance to participate in an assessment centre exercise at Queen's Park, home of the Business School.

Under the watchful eyes of retail and recruitment leaders, the future business managers showcased their learning, skills and innovation as they successfully completed the challenges.

The assessment panel brought together senior representatives from: Cheshire Oaks, Cushman and Wakefield, Liverpool ONE, Marks & Spencer and Matalan, alongside academic experts.

A group of 14 students participated in a series of challenges to test their understanding of contemporary and strategic retailing principles, preparing them for their upcoming graduate careers.

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