What is Step Into Business?

Step into Business provides guidance and support on how to step up a new business.

The programme kicks off with a 1-day interactive workshop which leads participants through the various steps needed to take a business idea and turn it into reality. Following the workshop, those with a business idea can request a 1 to 1 business coach with the aim of taking their business idea forward and can apply for a £2,000 start up grant from EY Foundation.

Aims of the programme

• Increased knowledge and skills on how to start a new business and social enterprise​

• Opportunity to benefit from 1 to 1 business coaching for up to 6 months to develop a business idea​

• Increase motivation and confidence linked to future career ambition​

• Enhanced business network opportunities​

• Opportunity to apply and pitch for a £2,000 start up grant for new businesses who are either in line with EY Foundation ethical policy or a new social enterprise

Who can take part?

The programme is aimed at following young people:

• Aged 16-19 years of age

• Have a business idea or at the very least are very keen on the idea of setting up their own business

• Eligible for Free School Meals or the college bursary / Education Maintenance Allowance

• Live in London, Glasgow, Manchester or Birmingham

How can I apply for the programme?

Our 2023/24 academic programmes are now closed. Please check back from September 2024 for applications for our 2024/25 programmes.