The Stirling Centre for Strategic Learning and Innovation has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Forth Valley College, marking the beginning of a transformative partnership to strengthen the link between education, skills, and innovation in Scotland and beyond.

The agreement reflects a shared ambition to deliver world-class programmes that empower learners, support industry, and position Scotland as a global hub for excellence in strategic learning and applied skills development.

Under the MoU, the two institutions will collaborate on:

• Co-developing innovative academic and professional programmes that integrate strategic learning, foresight, and business excellence.
• Expanding international engagement by showcasing Scotland’s educational and skills expertise on the global stage.
• Supporting learners and employers through pathways that connect education, industry, and lifelong learning opportunities.
• Fostering applied research and knowledge exchange to strengthen local and global communities.

Jamie Allan, Global Partnership Manager at Forth Valley College, said:
“This exciting agreement reflects our shared ambition to create meaningful opportunities for learners and employers, while showcasing Scotland’s strengths on the international stage. By combining our expertise and resources with Stirling Centre for Strategic Learning and Innovation, we can deliver innovative programmes that have real impact. I look forward to seeing what the future holds together.”

Professor Alaa Garad, Founding Partner of the Stirling Centre for Strategic Learning and Innovation, said:
“We are delighted to formalise our partnership with Forth Valley College, an institution that embodies excellence, innovation, and a deep commitment to community and industry. This MoU represents more than a symbolic agreement — it is the beginning of a purposeful collaboration to strengthen the bridge between education, skills, and strategic learning. Together, we will co-create opportunities that empower individuals and organisations to navigate complexity, embrace innovation, and contribute meaningfully to Scotland’s economic and social future. At the Stirling Centre, our ethos is to move forward with confidence, and today’s partnership with Forth Valley College is a powerful step in that direction.”

The Stirling Centre, based at the University of Stirling Innovation Park, is a global authority on strategic learning, foresight, innovation, and business excellence, with a mission to empower leaders and organisations to thrive in a rapidly changing world.

Forth Valley College is Scotland’s first regional college and a leader in vocational education and skills development, with state-of-the-art campuses in Falkirk, Stirling, and Alloa, delivering innovative learning experiences that prepare students for successful careers and support employers with workforce development.

This partnership underscores a bold, forward-looking commitment: to unite academic rigour with practical skills, and to deliver learning that has impact locally, nationally, and globally.

Media Enquiries:

• Stirling Centre for Strategic Learning and Innovation: info@stirlingcentre.org.uk
• Forth Valley College: enquiries@forthvalley.ac.uk