Workshops

Are you considering entrepreneurship as a career option? Do you need support, guidance and training to make it happen?

We run an online workshop series every spring and autumn covering the essentials of starting a business including IP and routes to market; start-up finance and understanding customers. Registration is FREE with sessions tailored specifically for university founders with innovative business propositions.

Our workshops are also available on demand. Scroll down to view them.

4 November 2025 – 1.00 – 2.00pm

Understanding your market

You may have heard that 90% of new businesses fail, but what’s the story behind this scary statistic? Most of…

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11 November 2025 – 1.00 – 2.00pm

Getting market ready

Starting a business is about more than money. You will require a variety of resources at different stages of development….

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25 November 2025 – 1.00 – 2.00pm

Funding essentials

This workshop will provide emerging entrepreneurs with an overview of the various funding options available to start-up/spin-out companies in Scotland….

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2 December 2025 – 1.00 – 2.00pm

IP made easy

Intellectual property is an essential part of innovative new businesses and can be one of their main assets. But what…

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On-Demand Workshops

Start-up Funding

Join us for a comprehensive overview of the various funding options available to both start-up and spinout companies in Scotland.

Business models & route to market

How will your business generate revenue and reach your target market? Join us as we explore diverse business models while helping you decide the most appropriate route to market for your business.

From idea to market

This interactive workshop explores the skills, people, infrastructure and funding required to transition your project from concept to market.

Understanding intellectual property

Intellectual property is a cornerstone asset for innovative businesses. But what exactly constitutes innovation and intellectual property? And how can young companies best leverage their intellectual property?

Choosing your legal structure

The legal structure you choose for your business has a profound impact on company ownership, your ability to raise funding…

Creative Communications

Does the thought of communicating your idea fill you with dread? Have no fear, this essential skill is one that…

Creativity and Impact

If you want to create social or environmental impact through your creative practice, this one’s for you. It’s a practical…

Digital media for creatives

For creative businesses, social and digital media are essential ways of connecting with your audience, building your brand and awareness…