Business support programmes
Want to find out what free programmes you're eligible for?
Browse our top picks here - from funds to accelerators - or contact us for tailored advice on what's right for you.
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- Innovation
- Manufacturing
West Midlands
Industrial Cluster
Provided by BCIC
Helping manufacturers compete and thrive in a decarbonising world.
Government funded
- Innovation
- Manufacturing
West Midlands
Electric Vehicle and Battery Cluster
Provided by EV Cluster
Energising EV and battery storage innovation, talent and manufacturing.
Government funded
- Growth
- Innovation
West Midlands
Aerospace Cluster
Provided by Midlands Aerospace Alliance
Access market intelligence, industry experts and funding opportunities.
Government funded
- Growth
- Skills
West Midlands
Help To Grow: Management Course
Provided by GOV.uk
This practical course offers 1-1 support from a business mentor, peer learning sessions and help in developing a business growth plan.
Part funded
- Growth
- Skills
West Midlands
Help To Grow: Management Essentials
Provided by GOV.uk
Unlock your potential with this free, online course that explains the essential business concepts required for growth.
Government funded
- Export
West Midlands
The UK Export Academy
Provided by Department for Business and Trade
Customisable learning journeys for established businesses wanting to start or expand export activities.
Government funded
- Export
West Midlands
International Trade Advisers
Provided by Department for Business and Trade
Speak to an expert on International Trade in your area.
Government funded
- Funding
West Midlands
Business Growth Fund
Provided by BGF
Investment for businesses already turning over £2 million a year.
FAQs
Programmes come in a number of different formats. Accelerators are usually a focused series of workshop-style sessions aimed at boosting growth in a particular area. Some are a series of events to equip you with specific knowledge and appropriate networking opportunities. Some give you access to funds. Most come with some element of coaching or mentoring from a relevant expert. All our designed to facilitate one or more aspects of business growth. We recommend businesses contact us for free advice on which programmes to choose.
Contact us. Let us know a little bit about your business, and your ambitions for growing it, and one of our Business Advisers will signpost you to the best programmes - and any funding - that you're eligible for.
Some are run and/or funded by Business Growth West Midlands. The rest are from various providers such as Local Authorities, Universities, banks, research institutes and not-for-profit organisations. With so much on offer it can be hard to navigate all the options and decide what's going to be the best investment of your time, so we recommend you contact us for free advice on which programmes to apply for.
No. There are hundreds of opportunities and they are always changing. We list key initiatives here to give you an idea of what's on offer, but recommend you contact us for free, comprehensive, up-to-date advice on the right opportunities for your business.