Leeds University Business School

Location: Nexus – University of Leeds, Discover Way, Leeds, LS2 3AA.

The programme is suitable for family members likely to take up a leadership, ownership or governance role in the future.

Location: Nexus – University of Leeds, Discover Way, Leeds, LS2 3AA.

The programme culminates in a one day workshop during which participants will have the opportunity to reflect on the experience so far, as well as learn about the variety of NED roles available.

The programme has been uniquely designed for individuals with exeperience at executive level who are looking to further develop their skills through a blend of workshop sessions and 3 month placement as a NED at a high-growth SME.

The programme has been uniquely designed for individuals with exeperience at executive level who are looking to further develop their skills through a blend of workshop sessions and 3 month placement as a NED at a high-growth SME.

The programme is 90% funded by the government.
Onboarding and Module 1: Strategy & Innovation.
Monday 8th September, 1-5pm, University of Leeds Campus.

Module 2: Digital Transformation.
Monday 15th September, 10am-12pm, Online.

Module 3: Winning New Markets.
Wednesday 24th September, 1-5pm, University of Leeds Campus.

Module 4: Vision, Mission & Values.
Monday 29th September, 10am-12pm, Online.

Module 5: Developing a Marketing Strategy.
Monday 6th October, 10am-12pm, Online.

Module 6: Building a Brand.
Wednesday 15th October, 1-5pm, University of Leeds Campus.

Module 7: Organisational Design.
Monday 20th October, 10am-12pm, Online.

Module 8: Employee Engagement & Leading Change.
Monday 27th October, 10am-12pm, Online.

Module 9: High Performance Workplace.
Wednesday 5th November, 1-5pm, University of Leeds Campus.

Module 10: Effective Operations.
Monday 10th November, 10am-12pm, Online.

Module 11: Finance and Financial Management.
Monday 17th November, 10am-12pm, Online.

Module 12: Implementing Growth Plans.
Wednesday 3rd December, 1-5pm, University of Leeds Campus.

The programme has been uniquely designed for individuals with exeperience at executive level who are looking to further develop their skills through a blend of workshop sessions and 3 month placement as a NED at a high-growth SME.

Help to Grow is a 12 week programme delivered by Leeds University Business School and accredited by the Small Business Charter. The programme combines a practical curriculum, with 1:1 support from a business coach, peer-learning sessions and an alumni network.