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Women in Business

The Women in Business programme is a fully-funded, 5-week programme designed to equip Edinburgh business owners with the tools and confidence to grow their business.You will learn how to:

  • Develop a clear vision and strategy for business growth
  • Identify and overcome the common challenges and barriers faced by female entrepreneurs
  • Build a strong network of peers, mentors and supporters who can help you along the way

The programme will consist of 5 sessions, a day per week and will take place at the Royal Bank of Scotland Hub, 36 St Andrew Square, Edinburgh EH2 2YB. Each session will run from 10am – 2.30pm (lunch included) on the following dates:

  • Thursday 25th January
  • Thursday 1st February
  • Thursday 8th February
  • Thursday 15th February
  • Thursday 29th February

The Women in Business Programme is delivered by Elevator on behalf of Business Gateway Edinburgh & Lothians and The City of Edinburgh Council.

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Mastering eCommerce Growth

Mastering eCommerce Growth is a fully funded 5-week programme for Edinburgh businesses with an established eCommerce website. Participants will learn:

  • If they’re on the right trading platform, and the pros and cons of other platforms
  • How to determine the right marketing strategy and level of investment for their business
  • If they have a solid business plan
  • What data to manage and how to have appropriate tracking in place
  • How to secure repeat custom
  • How to fine tune eCommerce profitability performance
  • The importance of brand and reputation building

This is an in-person Programme, taking place over 5 weeks. You must be able to attend all sessions in-person.

  • 1 session per week, held on Thursdays
  • 3-4  hours per session
  • Sessions will be held on 12th, 19th & 26th September and 3rd and 10th October
  • Location: Edinburgh College, Sighthill Campus

The Mastering eCommerce Growth Programme is delivered by Elevator on behalf of Business Gateway Edinburgh & Lothians and The City of Edinburgh Council. This project is funded through The UK Shared Prosperity Fund and City of Edinburgh Council.

Please note: Applications close 12pm, Thursday, August 1.

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Business Gateway Edinburgh

Business Gateway Edinburgh

Waverley Court
4 East Market Street
Edinburgh
EH8 8BG
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Monday to Friday

Monday to Thursday: 08.30 - 17:00; Friday: 08.30 - 16:00