Enterprise and
the Chamber Academy
What is the The Sheffield Chamber of Commerce Business and Enterprise Academy?
The Sheffield Chamber of Commerce Business and Enterprise Academy is one of our unique employer skills academies which aims to inspire all students about enterprise, entrepreneurship and self-employment.
There’s never been a more important time than now to help yourself stand out from the crowd. Employers and Universities are forever on the hunt for students who shine, and that’s why as a member of The Sheffield Chambers of Commerce Business and Enterprise Academy you get exclusive access to lots of opportunities to help you develop those skills and qualities to ensure that you can be that spark!
Whether that's inspirational insight talks by successful industry experts and influential entrepreneurs, exclusive skills masterclasses, our business START Up programme or heaps of exciting enterprise challenges and competitions - you name it, we offer it.
BUT, only if you're a member.
So what are you waiting for? Anyone can join! So if the thought of developing key enterprise and employability skills appeals to you or the thought of being your own boss intrigue and excites you, read on for further information and sign up today!
Who can join?
Anyone can join the Academy from any level, any course and at any age. We accept all learner and apprentices from the Sheffield College. Even if this is not something directly related to your course, you're welcome to come along!
Remember, you can do as little or as much as you want! The more you do, the higher your membership level.
Listen to Steve Manley talk about his vision for the Academy
Where are we?
We are based at City Campus in the Lecture Theatre.
You may also see us out and about at other campuses.
We can also be reached virtually. Information about talks, masterclasses and events will state the location so keep an eye out!
You can contact us via email on enterprise@sheffcol.ac.uk
What do we offer?
We offer:
Monthly themed Employer Insights
The START Up Business programme
Exclusive masterclasses, enterprise activities and speakers!
Depending on your membership level, you can unlock a variety of support.
Find out more about our levels in the video below.
Each month as a member of the academy you can access an inspirational insight talk (with a real life employer)
This will be based on one of our monthly themes!
These themes are relevant for all industries and you do not need to have a business idea to take part!
Check out our previous sessions on our YouTube channel
Want to know more about self-employment and entrepreneurship and whether it's for you?
Themes and Membership (1).pdfSTART Up
START Up is a 10 week business programme aimed to equip you with the skills, knowledge and confidence to launch your own business. In collaboration with a whole host of reputable establishments related to enterprise, every week we are joined by an expert guest speaker from varying backgrounds to deliver a topic integral to the start-up process:
How to think of a business idea
Business planning, finance/tax and law
Branding, marketing, networking and e-commerce
Pitching your idea for investment
You will be supported to enter regional initiatives and events to win support to help with launching your business.
Eligibility criteria
Applicants must:
Be enrolled onto one of our Level 3+ programmes (Level 2 students will be considered on a case by case basis).
Be free Wednesdays from 1pm - 2.30pm.
Commit to the programme – if you sign up you have to complete the full 10 weeks. The dates for 2024 are:
Cohort 1: Jan 10th - 20th March
Cohort 2: 27th March - 19th June
What is Start Up?
Naomi is one of our Millionaire members and was helped by START Up to build her own company. Hear her story here!