The University of Salford is proud to support the growth and development of the local economy. As well as training industry-ready students with an entrepreneurial mindset, the University supports SMEs from across the region, the UK and internationally to achieve their strategic aims and grow their business. The University provides fully and partially funded opportunities to help companies to innovate, develop their staff and leaders through training programmes and apprenticeships, and strengthen their workforce by working with our students. For example, one of the latest initiatives Salford has been involved in is the delivery of the Help to Grow Management Programme, where almost 150 SME leaders have successfully developed a high growth plan for their business.