Courses and resources
Through the right learning, training and courses, business leaders and their staff can develop their knowledge of business issues which supports them to run their business effectively and grow.
We connect you with valuable resources and programmes through a range of trusted partners. While some are government-funded, others come from reputable private organisations and industry experts. We carefully select all partners to ensure they offer reliable, high-quality support that you can trust.
Government funded and accredited
Learn about essential business concepts
Sign up to a free self-guided online course that includes bite-sized videos and online resources on different business topics.
labs.uk.barclays
Understand more about running a business
The Open University provides a range of free useful courses and content in partnership with the UK Government.
open.edu
Find training and employment schemes
Discover support to help you recruit people, upskill existing staff, and offer apprenticeships and various industry placements. Some are free, but there may be other costs.
education.gov.uk
Learn how to export and build your knowledge
Join thousands of businesses benefitting from the UK Export Academy, a free online and face-to-face learning programme which can increase your confidence and knowledge of selling overseas.
great.gov.uk/export-academy
Learn the essentials of management
A free, online course with bite-sized videos on essential business strategies. Learn at your own pace and earn a certificate.
smallbusinesscharter.org
Understanding workplace issues and policies
Through ACAS you can receive training and tailored support to help you understand and deal with workplace problems and keep up to date with best practice.
acas.org.uk
Other trusted organisations
These organisations are independent of government and are not affiliated or endorsed. But they may be able to provide useful information and support to you. Some of this may be free or you might have to pay.
Get expert support for your small business
Connect with a free community of over 500,000 small business owners for guidance, training, and funding opportunities to help you launch or grow your business.
enterprisenation.com
Improve productivity in your small business
Since 2017 Be the Business have provided businesses with support through unique support programmes, leadership skills development, partnerships and insights.
bethebusiness.com/
Support through your local Chamber of Commerce
Find your nearest Chamber of Commerce to see what support they can provide to help you start and grow your business
britishchambers.org.uk