Fully funded support for University of Manchester students choosing self-employment
If you’re studying at the University of Manchester and planning to start your own business after graduating, EnterprisingYou is here to help you do it properly.
As a young entrepreneur at one of the UK’s most innovative universities, you’re in a great position to start something. Whether you already have an idea you are working on or you are preparing to launch something after uni, this is your opportunity to build a business with the right support behind you from day one.
Turn your plans into a real business
Choosing self-employment as your next step is a big decision. You are not just exploring an idea, you are committing to building something of your own.
EnterprisingYou supports you at that stage. From refining your business plan to getting set up and generating income, you will get practical, expert guidance to help you move forward with clarity and confidence.
If you are already running a side hustle alongside your studies, we can help you take it further and turn it into something sustainable.
Everything we offer is fully funded, so there is no cost and no barrier standing between you and your next step into the world of entrepreneurship.
Personalised support for serious founders
You will work one-to-one with experienced business advisors who understand what it takes to launch and grow a business in the real world and who genuinely want to see young entrepreneurs succeed.
This is tailored, practical support focused on helping you make progress, not just think about ideas.
Whether you are launching a service, building a brand, or developing a product, we will help you take the right steps at the right time.
We can support you with:
- Shaping and strengthening your business model
- Setting up and registering your business correctly
- Understanding pricing, cash flow, and how to generate income
- Planning a clear path from student to self-employed
No jargon. No theory overload. Just straightforward advice you can act on.
Build momentum with practical workshops
Alongside one-to-one support, you can join fully funded workshops designed to help you move faster and avoid common mistakes.
Each session is focused on real-world action, not just ideas.
Introduction to Starting a Business
Clarify your direction and make sure you are set up to start strong
Starting a Business Confidently
Turn your plans into action with structure, goals, and accountability
Financial Foundations
Get in control of your numbers, pricing, and cash flow from the start
Designed for future founders
This support is right for you if you are:
- Planning to go straight into self-employment after graduating
- Already working on a business or side hustle and taking it seriously
- Looking to build something sustainable, not just test an idea
You have already made the decision. Now it is about building it the right way.
Ready to get started?
Fill in the form below and we will be in touch to talk through your business and how we can support you.
It is completely free, fully funded, and there is no commitment. Just the next step towards becoming self-employed.
EnterprisingYou is delivered by GM Business Growth Hub and is open to people aged 16+ living in Greater Manchester.
GM Business Growth Hub is part-funded by the UK government through the GM Integrated Settlement.
