Help to Grow Programme with Keele Business School (Keele University)
September 1, 2025
Key Features:
- Duration: 12 weeks
- Delivery: 75% online, 25% face-to-face workshops
- Accreditation: Small Business Charter
Programme Structure:
- Online Sessions: 8 facilitated 2-hour sessions and a 1-hour onboarding session
- Face-to-Face Workshops: 4 practical case study workshops
- Mentorship: One-to-one support from experienced business mentors
- Peer Networking: Peer group calls and sessions for shared learning
- Alumni Network: Access to events, business clinics, and networking opportunities
Benefits:
- Strategic Skills Development: Modules covering financial management, innovation, and digital adoption.
- Tailored Growth Plan: Develop a personalised business growth plan.
- Expert Guidance: Learn from industry experts and experienced mentors.
- Peer Support: Engage with like-minded business leaders to tackle common challenges.
- Long-Term Impact: 91% of course completers recommend the programme for its positive impact on business performance.
Cost:
- Full bursaries are available: Applicants can access bursary to cover the full cost of the Programme.
Eligibility:
- Target Audience: Senior decision-makers in SMEs looking to enhance their company’s performance and resilience.
- Please note: max 1 participant for companies with 5-10 employees and max 2 for companies with 11-249 employees)
Overview
Keele University’s Help to Grow: Management Course is a government-backed initiative designed to support senior decision-makers in small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). The programme aims to enhance leadership and management skills, boost productivity, and drive long-term business growth. Participants will benefit from a combination of online sessions, face-to-face workshops, and one-to-one mentorship, ensuring a comprehensive learning experience.
Contact Information
For more information or to enrol, please contact Joseph Clarke – j.clarke@keele.ac.uk or visit our Help to Grow webpage. Register your interest here.
