Just Enterprise is dedicated to supporting aspiring and established social entrepreneurs in Scotland through a wide range of workshops and e-learning programs designed to equip you with the skills, knowledge, and tools necessary to succeed in the dynamic world of social enterprise.
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May 11, 2026
Introduction to Business Planning
Online
You’ve had a eureka moment about a social enterprise, or you’ve already begun to trade, you need to plan properly to make sure your bright idea becomes a commercial success.
Workshop
Growing your organisation
Strengthening Your Organisation
Planning
May 14, 2026
Charitable Trading
Online
More and more charities are trading, or considering trading, as a way to generate income, but it’s essential to keep within the law. This session outlines what you can and can’t do to trade legally.
Workshop
Growing your organisation
Strengthening Your Organisation
Charity
Governance
Legal
Trading
May 25, 2026
June 25, 2026
Strategic Planning for Social Enterprises
Online
Learn how to develop a strategic plan for you organisation, helping you to create a common vision and organisational cohesion
Workshop
Growing your organisation
Strengthening Your Organisation
Learning
Planning
Strategy
June 1, 2026
Introducing AI in your Social Enterprise
Online
Embrace the future with this brand new online workshop!
Workshop
Growing your organisation
Starting a social enterprise
Strengthening Your Organisation
Digital
Management
June 8, 2026
Roles & Responsibilities of Directors & Trustees
Online
This online workshop will take a deep dive into the roles and responsibilities of directors and trustees ...
Workshop
Growing your organisation
Starting a social enterprise
Strengthening Your Organisation
Charity
Governance
Start-up
June 15, 2026
Know Your Numbers
Online
This workshop is designed to help you read and understand a set of annual accounts. We will go through a real set of accounts and explain what all the terms mean, what things you need to look out for and show you what your accounts can tell you about the financial health of the business.
Workshop
Growing your organisation
Strengthening Your Organisation
Finance
June 22, 2026
Funding Business Growth
Online
This online workshop will look at what you need to know when looking and applying for grant funding for your social enterprise.
Workshop
Growing your organisation
Starting a social enterprise
Strengthening Your Organisation
Charity
Funding
June 29, 2026
Digital Marketing
Online
Digital marketing can be a cheap (or even free!) way of reaching new customers to promote what you offer and raise awareness of your business. But it can be confusing to know where to start, which social media channel to use when, and how, and also how to track if it’s making any difference. In […]
Workshop
Growing your organisation
Strengthening Your Organisation
Digital
Marketing
Building Enterprising Boards
Online
This programme is designed specifically for boards of trading social enterprises to allow you to reflect on your roles as leaders. We are now accepting applications for the 2025/26 Enterprising Boards Programme. Please note the application deadline is Friday 19th December 2025.
Leadership Programme
Developing Leadership Skills
Leadership
Implementing AI in your Workplace
Online
Plan the successful implementation of Artificial Intelligence in your organisation with this 1 hour Masterclass!
Workshop
Growing your organisation
Starting a social enterprise
Strengthening Your Organisation
Digital
Management
Reflect and Act Lab
E-Learning
A flexible, inspiring learning experience for third sector and social enterprise leaders. Engage with fresh thinking, connect with peers, and apply practical ideas directly to your own organisational context
Leadership Programme
Developing Leadership Skills
Leadership
Management
Ongoing
Ongoing
Start Up Webinar : What policies do you need?
Online
Policies and procedures help to ensure that your social enterprise runs well and are an essential part of every business. This webinar unpacks what a policy is, why it is important for transparency and accountability, how policies and procedures can help you to limit risk and how to plan and structure your policies.
E-Learning
Webinar
Starting a social enterprise
Legal
Planning
Start-up
Ongoing
Ongoing
Start Up Webinar : Directors Responsibilites
Online
Governance is a duty and responsibility of all trustees and directors in any incorporated organisation.
E-Learning
Webinar
Starting a social enterprise
Market Research
Planning
Start-up
Ongoing
Ongoing
Start Up Webinar : An Introduction to Branding
Online
This on-demand webinar will cover the following topics: What is branding and do you need it? The difference between a brand and a product; The importance of branding; Benefits of having a brand identity; Positioning of your brand within your market research.
E-Learning
Webinar
Starting a social enterprise
Marketing
Start-up
Ongoing
Tendering (6 Modules)
Online
Social enterprises are uniquely placed to fulfil this need, while benefiting from the security these contracts can bring. But there are many elements to writing - and delivering - a successful bid.
E-Learning
Strengthening Your Organisation
Tender
Ongoing
The Resilient Leader’s Tookit
Online
Leaders are all around us –we encounter them in our work and our communities, and we read about them in the press- but have you ever wondered what it is that leaders actually do? What makes a good or even great leader?
E-Learning
Developing Leadership Skills
Leadership
Ongoing
Steps to Start Up (8 Modules)
Online
Steps to Startup will walk you through a startup method developed by international experts, enabling you to design, test, and adjust your idea quickly and with confidence.
E-Learning
Starting a social enterprise
Start-up
Ongoing
Impact Measurement (10 Modules)
Online
As a social enterprise you are balancing profit and purpose every day. Profit can be measured in pounds and pence, but what about impact?
E-Learning
Growing your organisation
Impact
Ongoing
Leadership (3 Modules)
Online
Leaders are all around us –we encounter them in our work and our communities, and we read about them in the press- but have you ever wondered what it is that leaders actually do? What makes a good or even great leader?
E-Learning
Developing Leadership Skills
Leadership
Ongoing
Ongoing
Start Up Webinar : Why you need Market Research
Online
Market research is a key component of planning any product, service or business and this short webinar will give you a brief introduction to the basics of market research.
E-Learning
Webinar
Starting a social enterprise
Market Research
Planning
Start-up
Ongoing
One-to-one Leadership Coaching
Online
These sessions offer you the opportunity to work on a one-to-one basis in a confidential space with an experienced coach and leader to consider the support you or your organisation needs and to explore ideas, options and solutions to help you move forward. Who is it for? Any third-sector manager or leader who feels they […]
Coaching
Leadership Programme
Developing Leadership Skills
Leadership
Start Up Tutorial: Identifying partners and stakeholders for your social enterprise (Online)
Online
This two-hour tutorial takes you through the thinking behind who your stakeholders are or could be, whether that is partners, your board, your customers or your beneficiaries. Understanding those who may cross over with your social enterprise is a key step in many areas of business planning from service development to marketing. Join us online […]
Workshop
Starting a social enterprise
Planning
Start-up
Steps to Net Zero Webinar Series
Online
This webinar series is now over, but you can find recordings of the sessions below. Just Enterprise is partnering with Growing Climate Confidence to deliver a series of five webinars to help social enterprises and Third Sector organisations on their journey to Net Zero. We know that learning about climate change and net zero can […]
Webinar
Developing Leadership Skills
Growing your organisation
Strengthening Your Organisation
Net Zero
Start Up Workshop : Social Enterprise Legal Structures (Online)
Online
This workshop will cover the legalities involved in registering a business with the relevant governing bodies, and how to incorporate a business. During the workshop, we will highlight and discuss the pros and cons of each social enterprise structure. The workshop will be led by Neil Masson, an experienced solicitor in legal structures. This promises […]
Workshop
Starting a social enterprise
Legal
Start-up
Start Up Tutorial : Board Skills Audit (Online)
Online
This tutorial session will focus on the ten steps to setting up your enterprise board.
Workshop
Starting a social enterprise
Governance
Start-up
Finance for the Third Sector
Inverness
This in person networking event will look at what financial support is available for third-sector businesses in the Highlands.
Networking
Growing your organisation
Starting a social enterprise
Strengthening Your Organisation
Charity
Finance
Networking
Measuring Social Impact
Online
Increasingly social enterprises have been required to demonstrate evidence that their business is making a positive social or environmental difference. Learn how with this 6-part course.
Workshop
Strengthening Your Organisation
Impact
Online Selling
Online
Is selling online right for your organisation?
Workshop
Growing your organisation
E-Commerce
Sales
Equality, Diversity & Inclusion
Online
**This programme is now fully subscribed.** To register your interest in attending a future programme, please email admin@justenterprise.org We are inviting applications from social enterprise leaders and managers to join a FREE online, cohort-based programme to build awareness, confidence, knowledge, curiosity and peer support in Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) practice. This programme of 4 […]
Workshop
Strengthening Your Organisation
Equality, Diversity, Inclusion
Leadership
CEOs
Hybrid/Glasgow
Share your expertise, learning and experience with other CEOs, and develop the leadership skills required to meet challenging and ever-changing modern environments.
Leadership Programme
Developing Leadership Skills
CEO
ILM
Leadership
Senior Leaders
Hybrid/Edinburgh
If you are a senior leader keen to understand and reflect on your leadership style, this ten-day programme will help you develop leadership skills in line with the aims of your organisation.
Leadership Programme
Developing Leadership Skills
Leadership
Management
Developing Sustainability
Hybrid/Edinburgh
This six-day programme is for Social Enterprises and Not For Profit organisations to examine and develop their organisational and financial sustainability.
Leadership Programme
Developing Leadership Skills
Leadership
Management
Developing a Coaching Approach to Leadership
Online
If you are an established leader of people, and keen to develop your management skills, this six-day programme introduces a coaching approach to help you develop relationships both inside and outside your organisation.
Leadership Programme
Developing Leadership Skills
Leadership
Introduction to Tendering
Edinburgh
Do you want to find out how to access and bid for public sector contacts? Have you been told your grant will not be renewed and you will be required to tender in the near future? Do you want to diversify your organisation’s income streams?
Workshop
Growing your organisation
Tender
Understanding Financial Management
Online
In this ever changing environment, many organisations have had to restructure, review their working practices and revisit the services they offer. With this in mind, this session will look at financial management and the processes needed to ensure your organisation looks after its finances.
Workshop
Starting a social enterprise
Strengthening Your Organisation
Budget
Cashflow
Finance
Management
Budgeting for your organisation
Online
Not quite on the money? Bring your budgeting skills up to speed for both income and expenditure and cashflow budgets with this practical course.
Workshop
Strengthening Your Organisation
Budget
Finance
Writing for the Web
(Online)
Words don’t come easy? Carefully crafted copy for websites and social media posts is essential for business success. Find out how to get the written word right for your customers and clients
Workshop
Growing your organisation
Digital
Marketing
An Introduction to Social Investment
Online
Taking investment is a big decision and one that is often daunting for social enterprises and their boards. However, it can be a great tool to help you grow and increase your impact.
Workshop
Growing your organisation
Funding
Aspiring or New Leaders
Edinburgh/Online
A six-day development programme for novice third sector leaders and managers. Develop your understanding of leadership roles and theories, and build confidence in your ability to lead.
Leadership Programme
Developing Leadership Skills
Leadership
Management
Edinburgh: Social Impact for Start Ups
Edinburgh
This workshop is designed to clarify some of the myths and inaccuracies around social impact. It will guide you to understand what funders are looking for, but also what you should aspire to achieve.
Workshop
Starting a social enterprise
Budget
Cashflow
Finance
Start-up
Recruiting Board Members
Online
Are you seeking to recruit new board members?
Workshop
Growing your organisation
Starting a social enterprise
Strengthening Your Organisation
Charity
Governance
Start-up
Legal Launchpad: Supercharge Your Social Enterprise’s Success
Online
In order to be successful in starting and running a social enterprise it is important to develop the necessary skillset to assist you in your journey. One vital area is the wide-ranging subject summarised as “Legal” the do’s and don’ts, the guidance and the facts you need to be aware of for your social enterprise to operate. This interactive session will take deep dive into these issues allowing you to assess your own organisation, set goals and incorporate a blend of coaching and mentoring alongside the legal advice and business support that will provide the best possible outcome for your organisation.
Workshop
Starting a social enterprise
Governance
Legal
Start-up
Glasgow: Making Friends with Your Finances: A Must for Social Entrepreneurs
Glasgow
Navigating the financial world can be challenging, but it's essential for the success of your social enterprise. Let's turn those numbers into your new best friends! Our workshop will demystify finance and equip you with the tools to make informed decisions.
Workshop
Starting a social enterprise
Budget
Cashflow
Finance
Start-up
Establishing a Trading Subsidiary
Online
Understand the legal structure options and process for setting up a trading subsidiary, the governance arrangements and interactions with the parent charity.
Workshop
Growing your organisation
Strengthening Your Organisation
Learning
Trading
Investment Readiness
Online
Are you actively seeking funds to realise your organisation's growth plans? Join us on this workshop to find out what it means to be investment ready.
Workshop
Growing your organisation
Funding
Glasgow: Social Impact for Start Ups
Glasgow
This workshop is designed to clarify some of the myths and inaccuracies around social impact. It will guide you to understand what funders are looking for, but also what you should aspire to achieve.
Workshop
Starting a social enterprise
Budget
Cashflow
Finance
Start-up
Edinburgh: Making Friends with Your Finances: A Must for Social Entrepreneurs
Edinburgh
Navigating the financial world can be challenging, but it's essential for the success of your social enterprise. Let's turn those numbers into your new best friends! Our workshop will demystify finance and equip you with the tools to make informed decisions.
Workshop
Starting a social enterprise
Budget
Cashflow
Finance
Start-up
Pricing Your Services
Glasgow
One of the hardest parts of running your own social enterprise is deciding how much to charge. This workshop will help you understand the factors to consider when setting a price for your services, along with understanding the profit on what you sell.
Workshop
Growing your organisation
Starting a social enterprise
Strengthening Your Organisation
Finance
Sales
Trading