Unlock Your Business Potential with Help to Grow: Management Boost performance. Build resilience. Lead with confidence. Delivered by entrepreneurs and industry experts at the Fashion Business School, this 12-week leadership programme gives you the space and support to step back from the day-to-day — and focus on what really matters: growing your business strategically and sustainably.
What You’ll Gain
Business-Focused Learning Explore practical modules designed for real-world impact — from defining your mission, vision and values to engaging your team, driving innovation, and embracing digital transformation.
A Powerful Network Connect with other ambitious business leaders, share ideas, and become part of a nationwide alumni network with access to exclusive events and talks from inspiring industry experts.
Dedicated Mentor Support Work 1:1 with an experienced small business mentor from Enterprise Nation to help you tackle your challenges and create a personalized Growth Action Plan.
Fits Around Your Schedule Designed for busy business owners, the course combines flexible online sessions with face-to-face learning — so you can gain valuable insights without stepping away from your business.
90% government funded for eligible UK SMEs — a small investment with big returns.
2023 Alumni
The Fashion Business School (FBS) at London College of Fashion, part of University of the Arts London (UAL), brings a unique perspective to business education — combining creative insight with commercial expertise.
As the only business school dedicated to the fashion industry, FBS has a global reputation for developing responsible leaders, strategic thinkers, and innovators across sectors.
At UAL — Europe’s leading specialist arts and design university — we sit at the heart of London’s creative economy. Our alumni include more than two-thirds of all British 'Designer of the Year' winners, and our professional development programmes contribute significantly to the capital’s innovation and enterprise landscape.
Through Help to Grow: Management, you'll benefit from:
Whether you’re from the fashion sector or any other industry, our approach ensures you gain the tools, confidence, and clarity to grow your business — and your leadership.
The course will cover key areas of leadership including:
To be able to register for this programme you must meet the following eligibility criteria:
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Cohort 7 29 October 2025
Josie
Jose, Agency Manager at The Bureau, shares why Help to Grow: Management was a transformational experience.
Poppy
Percy Langely co-founder Poppy explains how committing time for learning as a business owner can enable growth.
Victor
As Managing Director of Secure On Site, Victor found Help to Grow: Management helpful in developing his leadership.
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Dean of Fashion Business School
Liz Gee
Senior Lecturer in Fashion Buying and Merchandising
Helen Hindley
Course Leader MA Fashion Entrepreneurship and Innovation
Stacia Bedford
Senior Lecturer in Fashion Enterprise
Beki Gowing
Henrietta Garnett