Testimonials

Read what students have said about us:

After dropping out of uni I didn’t know what to do but knew I needed skills in order to get a job. I did the intensive 12 week Business course and I genuinely believe that this has been the greatest asset in progressing in my career.

I feel that the skills I've gained from the College have not only helped me find work but have made me an extremely valuable member of any workforce. It has given me a very rounded set of skills and that along with the interview training given me the extra confidence that I know I can aim for any role.

I really thank the whole team. I hope you are well and to see you all again sometime when I'm back up in Oxford.
Mary-Alice - Intensive course

I decided to come to OMBS because I had no idea what I wanted to do after my A Levels. I attended St Bede’s School as a boarder and completed a Pro Chef Diploma for 2 years and Business Studies. When I started here in September, I was very nervous about what was coming and managed to adapt with the ways of how the College worked. We were set up in different tutored groups and this allowed us to make lifelong friendships. As a class we did fun outings such as ice skating at Christmas and barbeques in the summer time which was always a laugh!

A couple of months went by and I decided to apply for a waitressing job at St Anne’s College. This was part time and I worked in the evenings including weekends and here, I learned some new skills and worked to the best of my ability. Personally, with what OMBS had to offer, I thought was fantastic. We had a very high standard of teaching and support from all the staff and learned how to touchtype, write in shorthand, report writing, presentation skills and many other things. 

My next move is to work as an internee at Morey Smith for a month, followed by another month at Sony Music. Thank you OMBS.
Natalie - PA course

Previously to enrolling at OMBS I was in a very different environment. I didn’t go to university when I finished school; I could have but I hadn’t a clue what I wanted to study.

I had a passion for polo and headed out to New Zealand straight after school with a job lined up as a polo groom. From here I travelled to Australia and found another job on a large polo farm which, in the process of three years of coming and going I ended up managing. Visa issues and the distance from home meant the job was impossible to continue with but I absolutely loved it.

On return, after working for a few other polo establishments in England, I decided to set up my own business. I had been very good with the training and sales of the young horses so I started my own business doing the same in England. I funded myself through horse sales and riding out for various race horse trainers. I tried my hardest but my plan was flawed as the price of land was so high I could not make a large enough profit margin after paying rent. After a year of extremely hard work and some enjoyable but very trying times I decided to cut my losses and dissolve it. I decided my best bet to stay in horses but actually make money would be to enter into the admin area.

I started this course with the aim of being able to gain a job as a race yard or polo farm secretary. I have a job lined up for when I finish this course, not in horses, but in an economics firm. This course has changed my perspectives on the job I want, I still want to spend my time out of doors but I am going into this job with an open mind as to whether I make horses my hobby rather than my career.
Caroline - PA course

Before I came to OMBS I was about to start my gap year. I had finished school in July and completed a cooking course during October. My hopes of doing a ski season until April went straight out the window as getting a winter job proved to be a very difficult task.

As I suddenly found myself with no job I decided to investigate OMBS. I had heard from a past student that it was a great place to learn new skills and get a job in the long run. I was set to start at OMBS in January and decided to earn some money for my travels later in the year. I cooked for friends and family for two months earning myself a reputation and much needed cash.

I attended OMBS for 6 months on the Executive PA course and found it a more useful and positive experience than I imagined. It has taught me about all different aspects of the business world and helped me to find out about what I might want from a job. Even though I am going to university in September, I have all the necessary contacts to get a job when I leave because we have been introduced to a great network. I really enjoyed living in student accommodation with fellow students and made so many friends on the course. Overall it has been more than worthwhile and I would recommend it to everyone.
Catherine - PA course during her Gap Year

As a graduate I chose the course to try and gain more qualifications to help me in a working environment. If I didn’t choose this course and continued to look for jobs I wouldn’t be in an advanced place.

Course has definitely benefitted me, the right choice. Have recommended it to friends who have graduated and in similar place to where I was.
Katie - PA course

I chose the course because I didn’t want to go to university - it was definitely the best choice for me. I have learnt so much and now feel confident on computers and hope that I will be confident enough to do shorthand when necessary. I couldn’t have asked for a better year!
Ailsa - PA course

I chose the course because I felt as thought I had no transferable skills that I could take into the workplace. The course over the year has been so beneficial, I am so much more confident in the workplace.

I am very grateful to all the staff who have made this year brilliant. It is one of the best decisions I have made so far.
Kimberley - PA course

I chose the course because at the time I did not feel university fitted with my interests. I found this course on the internet and thought it looked like a good alternative. It has proved to be fun, informative and I feel I could get a job I enjoy now although I am regretting not going to uni. I feel confident on MS Office and feel I understand business environment, letters, reports etc much more now.
Emily - PA course

I chose this course because I didn’t want to spend three years at university but I wanted something that would give me working skills that I could also use to enhance my French ones.

The course has benefitted me in lots of ways. I feel a lot more able and prepared for the working world. I feel I could also go for a job that even graduates may go for.
Pippa - PA course

I chose the course because university did not offer the training I needed to start work within the next few years. This course is short but you still gain all the education any graduate might have. The College looked like the perfect escape to be honest, and it has been.

The course has benefitted me in so many ways: my confidence about getting a job - living on my own - my new computer skills - Teeline skills - meeting new friends and a different outlook on life.
Louise - PA course

I’m really happy I chose the course, it has benefitted me in lots of ways. I never thought I would learn so much in 9 months, with all the skills I have, I feel ready for work.
Rebecca - PA course

This time last year I was shy, had no confidence and had no idea what I wanted to do. After hearing about the course from a family friend I thought it might be a good thing to try.

The course has benefitted me in more ways than I could ever have imagined. I am now very confident in myself and my skills. I have a plan and I feel sure that I will get a job and continue to succeed in learning more and achieving more in the work world.

I have honestly learnt more in these 9 months than I ever learnt at school. I’ve surprised myself at how well I have done in all aspects of this course. I used to think I was stupid! I realise now I just wasn’t doing the right things for me. Anyway, thank you so much OMBS.
Joanna - PA course

I honestly chose the course because I didn’t know what to do next, whether to work or go to university and I wanted more qualifications under my belt.

The course has benefitted me due to being able to work if I decide to and has also helped me get into university. It has given me independence and I have also made some amazing friends and have some amazing memories. I feel more confidence within myself and feel ready for the work place.
Lily - PA course

I chose the course to learn skills that would enable me to be better equipped for the workplace, considering my lack of work experience.

The course has increased my confidence levels, mainly in realising my own capabilities with work I am set. I have learned a fantastic new skill in Teeline, I can now type professionally at speed, and I have brushed up well with my IT skills.
James - PA course

I have thoroughly enjoyed the Graduate course! I have learnt all that I wanted to learn and now feel confident using all the programmes on Microsoft Office 2007. I have also discovered a lot about what I would like to do, with regards to my future career. I now can’t wait to get into a job and start using all that I have learnt on the course. I felt that the support I received from the tutors was excellent and have made some really good friends with everyone on my course, thank you!
Carole - Graduate course

The Grad course has been really good fun and interesting. I have felt that the people have made getting a job reassuring because we are all in the same boat and encourage one another. I have felt so much more confident in applying for jobs which I would never even consider before this course. The IT skills have made me a whizz kid on a computer now and I love all the little shortcuts. Although some of my friends outside college think I am a bit of a geek now! Getting a job is now exciting and I cant wait to see where everyone will be after here.
Milly - Graduate course

I chose the Graduate course because I had become stuck in a rut since graduating and wanted to boost my employability. Before I came to Oxford Media and Business School, I never would have dreamed I would be able to do all the things I can do now ! Computers have ceased to intimidate me, I now feel confident in my knowledge of how the working world works and I can even write a great press release ! The course has really boosted my confidence in my skills...which is exactly what I wanted !
Audrina - Graduate course