Sheffield Chamber of Commerce Business and Enterprise Employer Skills Academy
The Sheffield Chamber of Commerce Business and Enterprise Employer Skills Academy provides students with the opportunity to develop entrepreneurial, business and employability skills through direct engagement with local business leaders and industry professionals. Open to students from all curriculum areas, the academy helps learners build the confidence, knowledge and practical skills needed to succeed in employment, self-employment or further study. Through workshops, networking opportunities and employer-led activities, students gain valuable insight into the world of business and enterprise.
About Sheffield Chamber of Commerce Business and Enterprise Employer Skills Academy
The Sheffield Chamber of Commerce Business and Enterprise Employer Skills Academy has been designed to inspire students to think creatively, develop entrepreneurial mindsets and explore the opportunities available through business ownership, innovation and professional careers. Developed in partnership with Sheffield Chamber of Commerce, the academy is open to students from across the College, regardless of their course or career ambitions.
Throughout the year, students have access to a programme of employer-led workshops, presentations and networking opportunities delivered by successful business leaders and industry experts. These activities help students gain a deeper understanding of how businesses operate while developing the skills needed to thrive in today's economy. Through sustained engagement with employers, students are encouraged to think innovatively, build their professional networks and explore future career pathways.
Students interested in entrepreneurship can further develop their ideas through dedicated enterprise activities and business start-up support. The academy provides learners with practical insight into business development while helping them build confidence, resilience and commercial awareness that will benefit them throughout their careers.
Students will develop knowledge and skills in areas including:
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Entrepreneurship and business start-up
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Marketing and sales planning
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Networking and professional communication
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Business research and market analysis
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Leadership and personal development
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Innovation and problem-solving
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Commercial awareness
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Employability and career readiness
Latest News
Sheffield Chamber of Commerce backed academy launches in national first
19/09/2019
The Sheffield College
NEW SKILLS FOR JOBS WHITE PAPER WELCOMED BY THE SHEFFIELD COLLEGE
21/01/2021
The Sheffield College
I am looking forward to delivering presentations, workshops, support and advice to the next generation, along with leading businesses from across the Sheffield City Region. My long-term mission is that by 2029 our Business and Enterprise Academy has led to the creation of the first Sheffield College entrepreneur millionaire.
Steve Manley, President Sheffield Chamber of Commerce
About our Employer
Sheffield Chamber of Commerce is one of the city's leading business membership organisations, supporting organisations of all sizes across Sheffield and the wider region. Through its extensive network, the Chamber helps businesses connect, grow and succeed by providing advice, representation, professional development opportunities and access to valuable industry contacts.
For more than a century, the Chamber has played an important role in supporting the local economy, championing business interests and helping organisations navigate opportunities and challenges. Its work spans a wide range of areas including business growth, skills development, international trade, policy engagement and workforce development.
Through its partnership with The Sheffield College, the Chamber is helping to develop the next generation of business leaders, entrepreneurs and professionals. By connecting students with experienced employers, business owners and industry specialists, the academy provides valuable real-world insight into the world of work while supporting learners to develop the confidence, skills and ambition needed for future success. This collaboration demonstrates a shared commitment to strengthening local talent and supporting economic growth across the Sheffield City Region.
Ensuring that young people are prepared for the world of work is a joint responsibility for employers, education providers and the government. This exciting collaboration between The Sheffield College and Sheffield Chamber of Commerce will help young people acquire the employability skills they need, to be successful in the workplace and introduce them to the brilliant career opportunities available in the Sheffield area.
Jane Gratton, Head of People Policy, The British Chambers of Commerce
