Turn Your Ideas into Opportunity
At UGM Manchester, enterprise is about more than starting a business. It is about developing the confidence, creativity and practical skills to identify opportunities, solve problems and bring ideas to life.
The Enterprise Hub is an initiative designed to support students interested in entrepreneurship, innovation and self-employment. Whether you already have a business idea, run a side project, or simply want to learn more about enterprise, the Hub will help you explore what is possible.
What is the Enterprise Hub?
The Enterprise Hub brings together support and opportunities for students who want to think creatively, develop ideas and explore business.
It is designed to help students understand what enterprise can look like in practice, from starting a business or becoming self-employed to building commercial awareness or developing leadership skills.
Enterprise skills are valuable across every subject area. They can help you communicate ideas clearly, make decisions, understand your audience, manage projects, solve problems, and respond to opportunities with confidence.
Who is it for?
The Enterprise Hub is open to students at all stages of their journey.
You may be interested if you:
- Have an idea for a business or project
- Already run a small business or side hustle
- Want to become self-employed in the future
- Are interested in innovation, leadership or enterprise
- Want to build confidence, creativity and commercial awareness
- Would like to hear from students, graduates and professionals with real enterprise experience
Enterprise Success Stories
Our Enterprise Success Stories highlight UGM Manchester students who are turning ideas into action.
These stories showcase students who are developing businesses, managing side projects and using their skills beyond the classroom. Each story explores their journey, the challenges they have faced, what they have learned and the advice they would give to others.
Kevin’s story, the founder of Nyammings Catering, is the first in this series.
Read Kevin's Story
Get Involved
If you are interested in entrepreneurship, innovation or developing your own ideas, the Enterprise Hub is here to support you.
Whether you are just starting to explore enterprise or already building something of your own, getting involved could help you build confidence, connect with others and take the next step in your journey
Contact the Employability Team: employability@manchester.ugm.ac.uk