Company profile

Leigh & Barron Consulting Ltd supplies research and consultancy services for the design and implementation of national and organisational vocational education and training systems. The company aims to provide a high level of excellence in research and development, providing new solutions capable of meeting the challenges facing strategic public and private national organisations. The company has justifiably earned the reputation of being at the forefront of developing, reviewing, and improving existing occupational standards.

Leigh & Barron Consulting has been engaged in a number of projects aimed at achieving the following objectives:

	policy and implementation research
	strategic planning
	feasibility studies
	sector analysis and occupational mapping
	functional mapping
	professional skills analysis
	developing and reviewing occupational standards
	developing assessment strategies
	customising national standards for use by organisations
	developing National and Scottish Vocational Qualifications
	development of training and assessment materials

The company has developed sophisticated systems for the design and development of a wide range of research methods. We use both paper and electronic media to undertake surveys, and always apply valid quantitative and qualitative analysis techniques on the data that is collected. We also ensure that we present the results of our work to meet the requirements of different audiences.

Leigh & Barron Consulting Ltd is directed by two highly experienced principal consultants, Alan Leigh and Anne-Marie Barron, and between them they have conducted research and development projects for the Department for Education and Employment, the Home Office, and Department of Health.