In 2011, as part of its commitment to developing the skills of its employees and future employees GBH initiated year-long work-study certificate training programmes (3 years’ higher education) for department managers and operational retail managers (ROD) in partnership with Neoma Business School and Opcalia*. The 96 students who completed this programme will be able to progress to managerial positions through seven classes offered in the West Indies, French Guiana and Reunion Island.