Our visiting fellows programme is aimed at SME leaders in the North-East of England who are aiming to grow their companies. The fellows programme provides skill development for small business leaders and an opportunity to engage with Durham’s research into SMEs in the region.
The programme offers a range of problem-based training through foundational small business workshops from research experts around themes of scaling, innovation and new business development, sustainable supply chains, leadership, and emerging technologies. The programme is made up of a small group 8-10 business leaders who meet over the course of the academic year across thematic half-day workshops. It requires a commitment of a minimum of 20 hours.
We adopt a learning community format, meaning that trust and co-creation is vital in the group. Sessions are designed to give you the opportunity to discuss live business issues from your organisation and co-develop potential solutions. Sessions are run by academic experts at Durham.
You will have the opportunity to meet several academics and have opportunities to explore mutual interests. This allows fellows to explore potential research collaboration, engage with events, research centres and/or get involved in guest lectures. Fellows will also help to input into an annual engagement event, in collaboration with Durham Enterprise Centre. Fellows are recruited on an annual basis. If you are interested, please let us know: smartandscaleteam@durham.ac.uk
For informal enquiries, please contact Professor Jonathan Kimmitt including a copy of your CV. The deadline for applications is 21st July 2023.
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