Student Stories & Blog
Accounting vs Bookkeeping vs Payroll: What’s the Difference?
Discover the key differences between accounting, bookkeeping and payroll. In this guide, we'll explain how they work together and why both matter for business growth.
06 May 2026 - 5 min read
What is a Payroll Administrator?
Payroll might sit behind the scenes, but it plays a vital role in keeping every business running smoothly. In this blog, we explore what a payroll administrator really does, the skills needed to succeed, and why it can be a rewarding and in-demand career choice.
06 May 2026 - 3 min read
The 10 Best Payroll Courses in the UK
Discover the best payroll courses in the UK, including accredited qualifications and flexible payroll courses online to help you start or advance your career.
05 May 2026 - 3 min read
Business Analyst vs Project Manager: What's the Difference?
Business analyst or project manager? Explore key differences, responsibilities, salaries, and understand how to choose the right career path for you.
23 April 2026 - 3 min read
A Second Chance at Learning: Lewis Edon’s Journey
Lewis Edon shares his inspiring journey, from living with a rare bone cancer and studying his GCSEs from home with ICS Learn, to becoming a disability advocate raising awareness for accessible education.
22 April 2026 - 3 min read
How to Manage Supply Chain Disruptions
Learn what causes supply chain disruption, how to recognise warning signs, and the practical strategies businesses use to manage it effectively.
25 March 2026 - 3 min read
5 Ways Women Have Transformed the World of Work
In this blog, we’ll explore how women helped create many of the policies, leadership approaches, and cultural shifts that define today’s workplaces.
17 March 2026 - 3 min read
Management and Motherhood: Why Mum's Make Great Managers
Mums juggle, negotiate, problem-solve and lead every single day – so why are so many still held back at work? In the spirit of Mothers Day, we delve into the many reasons mums make the ultimate managers.
06 March 2026 - 4 min read
How Education Changed the Course of Women’s History
Let's explore how access to education changed the course of women’s history and how it continues to transform society today,
03 March 2026 - 5 min read
