Mind Your Own Business

Mind Your Own Business!

Our 12-week Mind Your Own Business programme will help you start, grow and potentially fund your business idea, taking you from concept to launch. In essence, we’ll teach you to Mind Your Own Business!

You won’t just leave with the knowledge of what it takes to explore a business idea or freelance side hustle; you’ll leave with the confidence and skills to create and run your own business successfully. 

You’ll join a like-minded community of individuals to turn your idea into a reality. The programme features practical workshops from industry experts, bespoke 1-2-1 support, and access to our Enterprise Hub and Maker Space. 

We’ll walk you through every step you need to consider when launching your own business, from understanding the problem your idea solves, your customers and competitors, all the way to developing branding and the opportunity to pitch to win up to £5000 of start-up funding!

How it works

  • Practical, interactive workshops, in person, delivered by industry experts
  • One-to-one advice and guidance as you develop your idea 
  • Mentoring from industry professionals in areas such as public relations, branding, sales, insurance and more!
  • Opportunity to pitch for up to £5000 via our Santander Enterprise Grant to develop your business further
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Programme Dates

MYOB runs from Wednesday 11 January to Wednesday 31 March 2027, with pitching presentations taking place on Thursday 29 April 2027.

Workshops take place on Wednesdays, 13:30-15:30, unless stated otherwise. All workshops will be in person in the Enterprise Hub, BIC2/19.

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How do I sign up?

Registration for MYOB is through an application process. The closing date for your MYOB application is Friday 27 November. Shortlisted applicants will be invited to an interview with the Enterprise Team on Thursday 3 December.

Application link coming here soon!

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Eligibility

You’ll be a student or alumni of the University of Huddersfield, expected to fully immerse yourself in developing your business idea or growing your existing venture. To get the most out of MYOB you’ll have: 

  • a firm business idea, freelance service, side hustle or social venture 
  • the drive and commitment to start up 
  • commercial awareness  
  • enthusiasm, self-motivation and belief 
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