Career guides
Choose a field to see what the work looks like, which roles people start in, how to begin and which skills employers look for. Each skill links to its free test and guide.
- How to become an accountantA practical guide to starting an accounting career: what accountants do day to day, common entry-level roles and the first steps to take.
- How to become a software developerLearn what software developers do, which entry-level roles to aim for and the practical steps to build skills, a portfolio and a CV that gets noticed.
- How to become a data analystA practical guide to becoming a data analyst: what the work involves, common entry-level job titles and the skills to build first, from Excel to SQL.
- How to start a career in artificial intelligenceExplore careers in artificial intelligence: what AI roles involve day to day, common entry-level titles and the steps to build skills employers trust.
- How to become a graphic or UI/UX designerA guide to starting a design career in graphic or UI/UX design: what designers do each day, common first job titles and how to build a strong portfolio.
- How to start a career in digital marketingLearn what digital marketers do, common entry-level marketing roles and practical steps to build skills, results and a CV that stands out to employers.
- How to start a career in salesA practical guide to starting in sales: what salespeople do each day, common entry-level sales jobs and the steps to build confidence and real results.
- How to start a career in customer serviceDiscover what customer service work involves, common entry-level job titles and practical steps to build the skills employers look for, with a free test.
- How to start a career in human resourcesA guide to starting a career in human resources: what HR teams do day to day, common entry-level HR roles and practical first steps to get hired.
- How to become a managerLearn what managers do day to day, common first management and team leader roles, and practical steps to build the leadership skills employers value.
- How to start a career in operations and supply chainA guide to starting in operations and supply chain: what the work involves, common entry-level job titles and practical steps to build relevant skills.
- How to start a career in ITLearn what IT professionals do, common entry-level roles in IT support, networks and cybersecurity, and practical first steps to build your skills.
- How to start a career in writing and contentA guide to writing careers, from content and copywriting to technical writing and translation: daily tasks, entry-level roles and building a portfolio.
- Starting your career as a student or graduatePractical advice for students and recent graduates: what early-career work looks like, first job titles and steps to build experience and a strong CV.