Department for Business and Trade
A government-subsidised leadership and management course for small business owners and senior managers, delivered through accredited business schools. The government covers around 90% of the course cost, leaving businesses that have been trading for at least a year to pay a fixed £750 contribution.
Amount
Government funds 90% of course cost; business pays a fixed £750 contribution
Deadline
Rolling / no fixed deadline
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