Help to Grow: Management
Small Business Charter / DBT
What it funds
90%-subsidised 12-week mini-MBA for senior leaders of SMEs, delivered by accredited business schools with 1:1 mentoring — participant pays only £750.
Who can apply
UK SME with 5-249 employees, trading for at least one year; participant must be a senior decision-maker.
Key criteria
- At least 5 employees
- Fewer than 250 employees
- Trading for at least 1 year
How to apply
Apply directly to a participating business school; cohorts start year-round.
Evidence you'll need
- Basic company details
- Confirmation of trading period
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