We're delighted to announce the launch our 6 month (fully funded) leadership, enterprise and professional development programme for VCSE sector groups & organisations in Gloucestershire.

Building on the success of our summer 2023 programme, Gloucestershire VCS Alliance continues to develop the skills and opportunities for the sector. Our latest innovative programme for 2024 recognises the need to become sustainable and specifically the role leadership plays in this.

About the programme

Ten individuals will have the opportunity to complete a fully funded six month programme of professional development. It will compromise six full-days of teaching at the Gloucestershire Business School, made up of directed learning and group work specifically designed for VCSE sector groups/organisations. Attendees will also benefit from being part of a bespoke peer to peer community, access to University of Gloucestershire student consultancy, and additional business support and workshops.

Please download our flyer for more information: Thriving Flyer 2024

How to apply

Attendees must be able to attend all six full-day sessions at the Gloucestershire Business School. Please ensure you have availability prior to making an application. To help you make a strong application to this programme, you may wish to prepare answers to the below questions that you will need to complete on application:

• Explain how attending will benefit you and your professional development (200 words)
• Share how attending will benefit your organisation (200 words)
• How do you think attending will positively impact your sector (200 words)

Applications close at midday on Friday 3 November 2023. This is subject to change if we receive a high number of applications so we encourage interested organisations to apply promptly.

Please apply using our webform

Please note: individuals that attended the 2023 Summer Management Programme are welcome to apply, however, priority for spaces will be given to those who have not previously attended funded leadership training. 

What happens next?

Applications will be reviewed by a panel and 10 places will be offered in mid-November, with an online on-boarding session on 13 December 2023 (10 am to 11 am).

Get in touch

If you have any queries about this programme, please email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. 

Additional information

This programme is delivered in partnership with The University of Gloucestershire and The Growth Hub.