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University of Leicester
Support for responsible and sustainable business Developing the sustainability of SMEs through responsible business practices – University of Leicester and Leicester Innovation Hub tell us how they’re committed to it
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niversities are impactful drivers of sustainability through their role in shaping the perspectives and enhancing the capabilities of business leaders. The University of Leicester is committed to developing SME sustainability through responsible business practices, as exemplified by our Principles for Responsible Management Education (PRME) membership. Through the University of Leicester School of Business and the Leicester Innovation Hub, we advance sustainable practices across our teaching, research, operations and outreach activities. We help build resilient, profitable and successful organisations whilst embracing a net zero future and offer several key initiatives to support responsible business practice and sustainability.
Help to Grow Management
Help to Grow Management is a 12week part-time programme for senior 60 | NICHE
managers in SMEs with between five and 249 employees. Responsible business is a key theme across all modules of the programme, helping SMEs to identify carbon reduction strategies and use sustainability and responsible leadership as drivers to identify opportunities, solve problems and engage employees. The programme is 90% government funded, but a limited number of 100% funded places are also available to SMEs based in Leicester city. For more information on the programme, visit le.ac.uk/helptogrow or get in touch by emailing ulsb.business@le.ac.uk or calling 0116 252 2167.
Leicester Innovation Accelerator Programme
The Leicester Innovation Accelerator Programme based at the Leicester Innovation Hub celebrates its fifth anniversary working with businesses to drive innovation and launch new
products, processes and services. The Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) underpin our support, enabling a more holistic approach across environmental, social and economic elements in fostering growth and innovation.
Race to Zero Carbon Accelerator
Joining our Race to Zero Carbon Accelerator programme can provide your business with the insight, guidance and support you need to make effective sustainable changes by providing Sustainability Audits, bespoke Carbon Reduction Plans and Carbon Literacy Training accredited by the Carbon Literacy Trust. Getting started on operational cost saving, planning for future energy and carbon pricing, building resilience and putting the values of your customers at the heart of your business, all start with your journey towards Net Zero. If you need more help, you can contact Leicester Innovation Hub on leicInnovation@le.ac.uk or calling 0116 373 6471.
