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Salford Business School

The University of Salford’s Business School boasts a vibrant international community, with entrepreneurial, innovative students, a dedicated team of expert colleagues and a remarkable global network of accomplished alumni.

The school is a pioneer in redefining education, and it is driving positive change to shape the future and world around us. As a Small Business Charter accredited University, Salford Business School’s community value, commitment to innovation and sustainability in business, and deep-rooted ties with industry set it apart, driving its dedication to pushing boundaries. Embracing disciplines like edtech and entrepreneurship, the school equips students with the latest tools and methodologies. Beyond mastering the digital, Salford Business School emphasises the importance of interpersonal skills, ensuring its graduates are not only skilled but also poised for leadership and collaboration.

With a purpose of innovating to enrich lives, the University develops collaborative advantage externally with businesses, organisations and partners. Salford prides itself on fostering a culture of collaboration, dedicated to partnering with businesses, knowledge development and working with like-minded international partners to provide forward-thinking learning and opportunities for growth.

At the beginning of 2024, the school also launched the Centre for Sustainable Innovation (CSI), to help address the global challenges of sustainability and innovation through education, research and action. Now one of the largest research and knowledge exchange centres at the University, the CSI is a catalyst for collaboration between academia, industry and policymakers, leading the way to bolster the innovation journey and develop forward-thinking solutions for businesses operating in the current economic climate.

Develop your management skills. Boost your business’s growth

Help to Grow: Management Course is a 12-week programme designed to help you address the needs of your business and learn new strategies that can boost growth and build resilience.
  • 90% government-funded programme designed to help you grow your business.
  • Tailor-made for senior decision-makers at small and medium-sized businesses (SMEs)
  • Develop new management skills so you can navigate the challenges your business faces.
  • Delivered by Salford Business School and accredited by the Small Business Charter.
  • A hybrid programme of in-person and online workshops delivered over 12 weeks.
The next cohort of Help To Grow starts September 30th. You can find out more about the full 12-week schedule on our dedicated webpage: https://sustainable-innovation.salford.ac.uk/help-to-grow-management-course/
To apply for your place on the programme, visit the Small Business Charter website: https://smallbusinesscharter.org/h2gmcourse/9f4128c2-d2dc-4621-928f-e578d33d01b7

Carbon literacy training for businesses

Empower your business for a low-carbon future. Our Carbon Literacy Training combines flexible online learning with a dynamic in-person session led by trained academics, equipping your team with the knowledge and confidence to reduce your organisation’s carbon footprint. Gain a recognised certificate from the Carbon Literacy Project through Salford Business School and join the movement toward sustainable business practice.

Scan the QR code now to register your interest and receive more information.

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