The GFSB is thrilled to once again offer members access to the BizEd: Management Course. With the success of the inaugural course in May, we are delighted to once again offer the 6-week programme (commencing 22nd September 2026) designed specifically for small and medium-sized businesses looking to strengthen their management capabilities and drive sustainable growth.

Delivered by experienced small business specialists from the Bristol Business School at the University of the West of England (UWE), this course combines practical insight with real world application. It covers key areas essential for modern business success, including leadership development, growth and innovation strategies, financial management and building high performing teams.

Structured to fit alongside full-time work with a limit of 25 course participants. The BizEd course requires a commitment of just 12 hours over 6 weeks, making it both accessible and manageable.

What to Expect

• 6 interactive modules, UWE facilitator led online sessions (2 hours each)
• Practical tools and strategies you can apply immediately
• Opportunities for peer networking and collaboration
• On completion of the programme, each participant will receive a Digital Credential issued by the University of the West of England, Bristol

Eligibility

• Limited to 25 course participants (£50 GFSB members / £100 non-members)
• Capped at 2 people per business

Whether you are looking to refine your leadership approach, scale your business, or connect with like minded professionals, the GFSB BizEd course offers a valuable and engaging learning experience tailored to the realities of running an SME.

*Digital Credential

Digital credentials are a modern way to showcase your skills and achievements online through a verified digital badge. This badge is simple to share, trusted, and easily validated by others. By clicking on the badge, customers, employers, and peers can clearly see what you have accomplished, the criteria you met and details of the issuing organisation, providing transparent and credible recognition of your development.

Course Modules

• Session 1: Exploring leadership and our leader-selves
• Session 2: Values, mission and branding
• Session 3: Leading and building high performance teams
• Session 4: Problem solving and decision making
• Session 5: Financing sustainable growth
• Session 6: Leading change

When

• Every Tuesday evening from 6:30pm to 8:30pm (6 weeks)
• Commencing on Tuesday 22nd September 2026
• Finishing on Tuesday 27th October 2026

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Contact the GFSB by phone on +350 200 47722 or by email gfsb@gfsb.gi