Universities Supporting Student Entrepreneurship
Click image to start gallery 80,000 University students are either planning to or running their own business whilst studying for their degrees. The research, from Santander Universities UK, revealed that around a quarter of these students were also looking to continue their business ventures after graduation. Universities are often the first place for top companies to attract potential talents into their […]
Female Entrepreneurs – Join These Networking Groups
The Global Entrepreneurship and Development Institute ranked the UK as the 3rd best country for Female entrepreneurship but there is still room for improvement. The report highlighted a 7% increase in female entrepreneurs wanting to grow their business within the next 5 years but a 19% drop in female-founded technology businesses. The study released earlier this year also recognised […]
Business Incubator Programs for Start-ups
Click image to start gallery: A Business Incubator is an organisation designed to help entrepreneurs expand through different supportive services. These facilities includes funding, office space, finance management, networking links and skills training workshops. Business Incubator programs, which helps both new and start-ups, are sometimes sponsored by Government bodies, Private companies and Universities. Entry is by admission and each program has it’s own criteria. […]
Attend These Events During The Global Entrepreneurship Week
The Global Entrepreneurship Week starts this week and it aims to inspire the next generation to launch their own business. This year’s theme is ‘Make It Happen’. We’ve compiled a couple of activities that you can sign up to attend from networking events to speed mentoring. Be ready to #GEWmakeit Global Entrepreneurship Week
Make Students Top of the Agenda Again in Higher Education
The government wants your say on plans to put students back at the heart of Higher Education. A green paper proposal, published by the Department for Business, Innovation & Skills, is looking to reshape higher education. They want to give a service that is better value for money and boost the number of those from disadvantaged […]
Join a Start-Up Hub/Co-Working Space
Are you freelancing or starting your own business – Ever heard of a ‘Co-Working Space’ or ‘Start-Up Hub’? These spaces/hubs offers you the opportunity to expand your skills and grow your network: finding potential clients, meeting future colleagues or even creating your own circle of entrepreneurial friends. You’ll have to pay a membership fee for some services but […]