The academy will offer members a range of in-business training courses, as well as in-class training at refurbished facilities at IGD's Hertfordshire HQ.
More than 3,000 workers are expected to receive training through the academy over the next year, up by 50% on last year.
Speaking at this week's IGD Conference, IGD president and Sainsbury's CEO Justin King reiterated the need for the industry to continue attracting and training the best staff.
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