Background and aims
We have a need to procure a pool of providers to deliver tactical workshops to Cumbrian SMEs as part of intensive business support programmes aimed at enhancing their growth, competitiveness and profitability.
We are looking, within the pool, for specific topics and for providers to facilitate and present half and full day workshops across Cumbria in line with client needs and interests.
Proposals are welcome from individuals and from organisations.
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Specific requirements
Subject specific workshops, tailored to suit the needs of Cumbrian SMEs, to be offered as part of intensive support to:
- ERDF eligible businesses (in essence most B2B SMEs) through the ERDF Growth Hub project
- Non ERDF eligible businesses through the Growth Hub provision funded by local authorities (primarily retail, consumer services, agriculture, visitor economy and nuclear)
Get in Touch
All queries in relation to this invitation to tender should be addressed to Catherynn Dunstan, catherynn@cumbriachamber.co.uk, 0845 226 0040.
Topics
- Data protection
- Food photography and/or styling
- Speech/presentation writing
- Budget management
- Negotiation skills
- Coaching/Mentoring
- Creative problem solving
- Analytical/strategic thinking
- Broadcast media training
- Document control (specifically for Supply Chain)
- Exploring whether international trade is right for the business
- Networking
- Online reputation
- Optimising websites for lead generation
- Social media content
- Cyber security essentials
- Appraisals/performance management
- Contract management
- Influencing/motivating
- Introduction to company accounts
- First line management
- Preparing quality plans
- Evaluation and developing quality assurance systems
- Risk/resilience management
- Change management
- Business analytics
- Business writing
- Delegation skills
- Employee engagement
- Writing SOPs
- Senior management skills
- Women in leadership
Instructions for submission
Submissions should be sent by email to Catherynn Dunstan catherynn@cumbriachamber.co.uk marked ‘Confidential – Tender Enclosed’ to reach us by no later than 9am on Friday 13th July 2018. For proof of delivery please ensure you obtain and retain both a delivery and read receipt for your email.
All queries in relation to this invitation to tender should be addressed to Catherynn Dunstan, catherynn@cumbriachamber.co.uk, 0845 226 0040.