A training programme developed and part funded by NESTA (the National Endowment for Science Technology and the Arts), delivered by CIDA
Are you looking for an opportunity to develop your exciting, original idea into a commercially viable business?
Living in the Yorkshire and Humber region?
Delivered by a team of two highly experienced trainers, the programme offers expert business advice and guidance within a creative context with an emphasis on peer-learning and support. Divided into two phases – ‘Idea Exploration’ and ‘Business Building’ – the programme focuses on the setting up of a business as a creative act and allows you to shape your business idea.
Develop a business vision
Use financial management systems and planning tools
Understand legal obligations and intellectual property issues in starting your own business
Identify future customers
Understand business operations
Create a marketing plan
Understand issues in building business-related relationships
Manage / judge risk
Write a business proposal
Produce a business presentation
At the end of the training you could even be awarded up to £5000 to help fund your start-up!
Interviews are expected to take place on 22 and 23 April at The Media Centre in Huddersfield. All training will take place at Leeds College of Art & Design or the Media Centre on the following dates:
25 April Welcome Meeting
19, 20, 22, 23, and 27- 30 May
2 - 6 June
1, 2, 4, 10, 11 July
If this sounds like something for you, please visit www.nesta.org.uk/programmes/insight_out/how_to_apply.aspx
for more information and an application form.
The deadline for applications is 12 noon on Monday 7th April 2008. Don’t miss this great opportunity!
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