International Skills, Talent & Employability Pathways
ISTEP
➡️ From Potential to Progress.
Academic qualifications are only the starting point. In today’s competitive landscape, graduates and professionals need practical workplace fluency, confidence, mentorship, and international mobility. ISTEP closes the opportunity gap.
➡️ The 5-Stage Candidate Journey
- Explore: Understand strengths, identify skill gaps, and define viable career trajectories.
- Develop: Build employer-demanded capabilities including digital literacy, teamwork, and AI productivity.
- Prepare: Refine CVs, build portfolio evidence, and complete structured mock interview simulations.
- Connect: Access matched 1:1 professional mentors and cross-border employer networks.
- Progress: Secure targeted employment, launch independent practices, or step into leadership.
➡️ UK Global Talent Visa Support
- Target Audience: Researchers, academics, technology/AI experts, engineers, and digital innovators.
- Services Provided:
- Initial eligibility & criteria benchmark assessment.
- Professional narrative and personal statement structuring.
- Evidence dossier preparation (publications, awards, leadership metrics).
- Endorsement referee strategy and alignment.
- Notice: ISTEP provides career positioning and evidence-mentoring support. Immigration decisions are made exclusively by relevant governmental authorities.
➡️ ISTEP Pricing & Engagement Grid
Package | Investment | Deliverables Included |
Explore: Discovery Session | £99 | 60–90 min 1:1 career assessment & trajectory report |
Prepare: Application Suite | £250 | CV review, cover letter adaptation, and mock interview |
Full Career Pathway Package | £900 | Complete 5-stage journey access with dedicated mentoring |
Global Talent Assessment | £250 | Full profile benchmark against endorsement criteria |
Global Talent Full Dossier | £2,800 | Complete portfolio building, narrative, and referee prep |
Institutional Cohort | From £1,500/yr | Comprehensive employability packages for universities (20–120+ seats) |
📬 Contact / Enquire
Ready to talk about career pathways, employability programmes, or Global Talent preparation? Contact the Knowledge Edge team.
