Help to Grow courses available

A 12-week leadership course targeted specifically at SMEs - and 90% government funded - has been designed for busy small business leaders.

Taking time away from running a business can often be seen as a barrier to personal development and growth. But investing in leadership, and the resilience and performance of a business, is time well spent.

The Help to Grow: Management Course is a leadership course designed for SMEs by entrepreneurs and industry experts from world-class business schools. In just 50 hours across 12 weeks, small business leaders will gain the knowledge, support and confidence to scale an SME to the next level.

Help to Grow: Management includes:

-  Modules including strategy and innovation; employee engagement; vision, mission and values; building a more sustainable and agile business; and improving operational and financial efficiency

-  1-to-1 support from a business mentor to tackle business challenges

-  Peer learning and discussion sessions

-  Assistance in developing a tailored Growth Action Plan.

Designed to fit around existing work commitments, the training is delivered via a blend of webinars, peer networking calls and face-to-face workshops in over 50 locations across the UK, including in Coventry and other cities across the West Midlands. The course is 90% funded by UK Government, with a one-off registration fee of just £750.

Leaders from SMEs registered in the UK, with between five and 249 employees, and trading for more than a year can participate.

Visit the Help to Grow: Management website to find out more about the benefits and locate the nearest course.