Birmingham City University

BCU's Values underpin how we work in achieving the ambitions set out in our Strategy and Priorities, and are the principles that unite the way we work together and for our students. As the University for Birmingham, our values also reflect our relationship with the city, how we care about our community and the collaboration we use to get the best results. Our Values are not just words on a page but actions and behaviours that can be seen, heard and felt in what we do every day. We Create Opportunity Living this value means showing our commitment to: Motivating, encouraging and empowering others Recognising and nurturing potential in others Initiating opportunities for personal growth ... read more BCU's Values underpin how we work in achieving the ambitions set out in our Strategy and Priorities, and are the principles that unite the way we work together and for our students. As the University for Birmingham, our values also reflect our relationship with the city, how we care about our community and the collaboration we use to get the best results. Our Values are not just words on a page but actions and behaviours that can be seen, heard and felt in what we do every day. We Create Opportunity Living this value means showing our commitment to: Motivating, encouraging and empowering others Recognising and nurturing potential in others Initiating opportunities for personal growth and development Enabling others to grow, thrive and be their best Treating others equally, being fair and tackling inequality We Think Differently Living this value means demonstrating that we are: Questioning and challenging the norm Thinking and teaching creatively Introducing and encouraging innovation Actively seeking out new ideas and perspectives We Build Community Living this value means we are actively: Accepting others for who they are, fostering an environment of mutual respect Working collaboratively in teams and building productive working relationships Valuing each other and building and celebrating equality, diversity and inclusion Dedicating time and talents to community projects Identifying opportunities to transform lives on and beyond our campuses Making a personal commitment to living the values in your team