Career Amplification for Ethnic Minority Colleagues
July 2024
UpSkill Universe designed and launched a Career Amplification programme for HSBC's Digital Business Services, aimed at driving equity and supporting career progression for ethnic minority colleagues.
Challenge
HSBC needed to drive equitability through the organisation by supporting the career aspirations of ethnic minority colleagues and developing a pipeline of future diverse leaders within their Digital Business Services division.
Solution
UpSkill Universe created a 4-month programme consisting of weekly 2-hour sessions, tailored to themes identified in a recent needs analysis. The programme covered areas such as Authenticity in the Workplace, Career Planning, Influencing Networks, Career Resilience, Strengths-Based Progression, and Personal Branding. It was designed to align with reciprocal mentoring programmes and targeted employees at GCB levels 5-6.
45%
increase in promotion rates for ethnic minority participants within 12 months
92%
of participants reported feeling more empowered in their career development
30%
increase in ethnic minority representation in leadership roles
“UpSkill Universe’s Career Amplification programme has been a game-changer for our diversity and inclusion efforts. Their expertly crafted sessions have empowered our ethnic minority colleagues, providing them with the tools and confidence to drive their career progression and contribute to a more equitable workplace.”
– Global Head of Diversity and Inclusion, HSBC
