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Guest Article by Alfred Mbeteh – Senior lecturer at Arden University In this article, I share the 10 commandments of specifically setting up a Hybrid University Business Incubator herein referred to as HUBI, which is derived from my experience in playing a leading role in the set-up and running of the Arden University Enterprise Incubator […]

Embarking on the journey of starting your own business is an exciting but nerve-wracking endeavour that requires a unique set of skills and a keen entrepreneurial spirit. However, in the fast-paced and competitive world of business, dreams and ambitions are not enough to dive headfirst into being a business owner. To truly thrive in this […]

SCL Education and Training LTD has been committed to offering SFEDI Awards qualifications for almost three years, empowering learners with vital entrepreneurial skills. Leveraging the Adult Education Budget (AEB), SCL provides students with the expertise needed to thrive in their professional journeys. SCL Education and Training LTD has been delivering funded SFEDI Awards qualifications for […]

We are thrilled to announce the launch of the UK’s first Level 1 Award in AI Essentials for Business, a ground-breaking addition to the landscape of vocational education. This OfQual recognised qualification is designed to equip learners with fundamental AI skills tailored specifically for business use. Developed in alignment with the AI Skills for Business […]

The IOEE is proud to have worked with some centres for quite some time now. Some of our academies have been with us for ten years, or more. An academy name we, at the IOEE, have become very familiar with is Being Your Own Boss, who provide employability training to their learners.  Chris Calladine, at […]

In 2024, the IOEE has already welcomed several new academies, provided mapping for professional programmes within some of our Universities and provided recognition for programmes that were developed in-house, by our academies. One of our academies that has sought recognition for one of their programmes is Assessment Services. This centre has been flying the IOEE […]

In a recent conversation with Gary Packham, we explored the journey of Anglia Ruskin Enterprise Academy (AREA) as they reapprove as an IOEE Centre of Excellence in 2023. The AREA, a specialist branch of Anglia Ruskin University, has been a trailblazer in entrepreneurial education. The IOEE accreditation recognises the values and mission of AREA to […]

The IOEE is proud to recognise many academies across the world, who actively advocate for enterprise education and embrace the ever changing landscape of entrepreneurship. We are pleased to welcome Purple Shoots Business Loans to the IOEE Academy network, and to provide recognition to their Community Recharge Programme. We spoke with Chris Jackson, Director of […]

Someone once said, age is nothing but a number. But at the IOEE, we know that is not the case. Age is a hallmark, indicating a certain level of experience, knowledge and wisdom. Who better to become an entrepreneur, than someone with life experience and years of knowledge? At the IOEE, we support entrepreneurs, old […]

SME Centre of Excellence is an enterprise agency and training provider based in the North East of England. Their company vision is to provide a one-stop service in order to help SMEs to start, survive and thrive. As well as becoming an IOEE academy, educational organisations also have the opportunity to become an IOEE Centre […]

In 2023, a year that screamed innovation and adaptability, IOEE rolled out something quite extraordinary—a new programme called Enterprise Spark, in a pilot run with Charterhouse School. This isn’t just any programme; it’s a game-changer in teaching entrepreneurship, business, and tech.  The spark for Enterprise Spark (see what we did there?) came from digging into […]

2024 has already been a busy year for the IOEE when it comes to academy applications, qualification approvals, and welcoming new members. One centre that has recently reapproved as an IOEE academy is Flourish Unlimited. We spoke with Lucy at Flourish about the reapproval process and the decision to reapprove.  “Flourish Unlimited is an IOEE […]

The Armed Forces Covenant is a promise from the nation that those who serve or have served in the armed forces, and their families, are treated fairly. The IOEE decided that signing the Armed Forces Covenant was the right thing to do, to pledge our support for fairer treatment of those who served in the […]

In today’s hyper-connected world, the role of community, in fostering successful enterprise, has become increasingly important. Building a thriving business is no longer solely about profit margins and shareholder value; it is about creating a positive impact on society, engaging with local communities, adding value for your customers and providing sustainable employment opportunities. This article […]

Active listening is an important skill to have in any profession, especially if it revolves around working in a team. But what is active listening, and why is it so important?  Active listening is the ability to listen to a speaker, understand what it is they are saying and to reflect, then respond to what […]

We are proud to welcome a new academy, NEW Training, to the IOEE family. We had a chat with Natalie from NEW Training to find out more about the work they do, and the importance of the IOEE membership.  NEW Training focuses on wellbeing and health as well as enterprising skills and business development. Finding […]

Starting and running a small business isn’t always easy. In fact, it can often be quite challenging to cope with change – especially during challenging times. If you’re finding it difficult to keep your business afloat, don’t worry – you’re not alone. Many small businesses have succumbed to the pressure of change in today’s economy. […]

Lockdown was a time for quiet, shelter, and time to reflect. For some, however, lockdown was a time to take a leap of faith and start something new. Some people say that lockdown was the riskiest time to set up a business, some call it a stupid decision but these business owners are here to […]

In this article we speak to Cheryl-Lya Broadfoot, one of our current mentees on the programme. Cheryl-Lya runs a coaching, planning and consultancy business called Souls Compass. We spoke to Cheryl-Lya about the impact a mentor has and the visible effects a mentor can bring to your business. Cheryl-Lya was paired with Meha Shukla, a […]

Guest Blog by Valentina Lorenzon Over the last couple of years, the business environment has considerably changed and the COVID pandemic has accelerated many processes that were already underway but would probably have taken longer to be implemented under normal circumstances. During this period of crisis and transformation, the headlines have been dominated by business […]

We would like to give a very warm welcome to another new centre that is joining us this year, iUK Academy. iUK Academy recently joined IOEE as an accredited IOEE Enterprise Academy, and what a time to join. As we finally, and hopefully, see the end of these uncertain times, we hope all of our […]