Posted: 28 January 2025
Closes: 16 February 2025
About the program
In just over four years the Innovate to Grow program has equipped over 600 small to medium sized businesses (SMEs) with the knowledge and tools required to progress their research and development (R&D) opportunities.
This free 8-week online program provides SMEs access to researcher connections, a self-paced learning platform, networking opportunities, guest speakers and expert feedback. Participants can address business challenges, explore collaborations, and create R&D plans within this supportive environment.
Key program outcomes
The course will help you make informed business decisions about whether the R&D project you’ve identified is right for you.
It will step you through how to:
- refine your innovation challenge question
- assess the viability of your innovation
- build your R&D business case
- prepare a strong R&D funding application
As part of the course, you can expect:
- Practical outcomes: We’ll step you through how to turn your idea into viable R&D.
- Confidential feedback: All submissions will receive prompt expert feedback.
- A mentor: You will be paired with a researcher to connect you with experts in your field.
- To build your network: You will build key contacts in your sector.
