RGU offers free short course places to food, drink and tourism entrepreneurs

Beginning on 9 August, the online course will equip budding entrepreneurs and current business owners in the food, drink and tourism industries with key knowledge and skills to thrive in the sector.

Funded by the UK Government, through Aberdeenshire Council, the three-week upskilling course will be conducted almost entirely online and include six afternoon sessions of engaging and interactive entrepreneurial workshops.

Chris Moule, Head of Entrepreneurship & Innovation (EIG), Robert Gordon University, said: “The North East region has a vibrant food, drink and tourism sector full of opportunity and ripe for innovation. It is fertile ground for entrepreneurial talent to create and grow new ventures.

“At RGU we are passionate about developing the region’s economy, and stimulating the growth of new and early stage business is central to that aim – creating new jobs, generating revenue and bringing investment to the region”.

A previous participant of an RGU entrepreneurship course, Camila Ismania, has successfully launched her own Brazilian street food start-up. She said: “The RGU entrepreneurship programme was a game-changer for my business. It helped me understand legal aspects, government regulations, and how to create a solid business plan.

“It boosted my confidence in managing my business and planning for its future. It also showed me how easy it is to seek help and taught me how to calculate the money needed for a successful venture.”

As well as being delivered by the award-winning Entrepreneurship and Innovation Group (EIG) in partnership with Aberdeen Business School, participants will also gain insights into the sector from industry experts.

The upskilling course is open to fully-funded places for anyone residing in Aberdeenshire. Those living outwith the Aberdeenshire Council boundaries or with Aberdeen City postcodes may also apply. 

The deadline for applying is Sunday 28 July.