MSSSB is undertaking a number of projects associated with disseminating existing standards or developing new ones. Click here to read more
The first set of National Occupational Standards in social marketing have been finalised. Click here for further information.
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Established by the UK Government in September 2001, MSSSB (pronounced 'M triple S B') exists to develop world-class benchmarks of best practice for the Marketing, Marketing Communications, Sales and Telesales occupations. These benchmarks form the basis for all Government funding of Marketing and Sales related courses. On an ongoing basis, MSSSB continue to work with employers, professional, academic and regulatory bodies to improve both professions and develop a national educational and training framework that supports these professions. To be kept informed of the latest developments please email your contact details (name, position, company name and email address) to: info@msssb.org.
Revision of the Marketing and Sales National Occupational Standards
We would like to invite all marketing and sales stakeholders to help revise the existing world-class national occupational standards in marketing and sales.
These standards are the nationally recognized benchmarks for best practice for marketing and sales practitioners. As such they are the basis for all nationally recognized qualifications in these areas. Given the importance of their influence we would very much welcome your input in the revision of these standards so that we ensure they are as robust as possible. To be involved,please contact Joanne Adami as soon as possible: joanneadami@cim.co.uk / 01628 427107.
Existing Apprenticeships in Marketing; Marketing Communications; Sales and Telesales
MSSSB is responsible for the development of Apprenticeships in the Marketing and Sales industries in England, Wales, Northern Ireland and Scotland.. Both Foundation Apprenticeships and Advanced Apprenticeships are available in Marketing; Marketing Communications; Sales and Telesales. For further information on current apprenticeships, please visit the Marketing and Sales products sections of the MSSSB website.
Have your say in the future of the Sales and Telesales apprenticeship frameworks...
MSSSB is in the process of reviewing the existing sales and telesales apprenticeship frameworks to meet forthcoming regulatory requirements. The draft frameworks for England, Wales, Northern Ireland and Scotland are currently being finalised. To gain further information on the frameworks and to have the chance to contribute, please contact Joanne Adami as soon as possible: joanneadami@cim.co.uk / 01628 427107.
LMI reports - Marketing and Sales
The latest findings following a review of the labour market information for marketing and sales are now available. These findings update the previous research published in 2004. They are the result of a comprehensive research process with c.400 professionals and aim to provide details on the gaps between skills needs and education and training provision. They are available by clicking on the links below: