Dome Enterprise Centre

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1 Dome Enterprise Centre

2 Dome Enterprise Centre The Dome Enterprise Centre (DEC) is part of the University of Chichester and is a catalyst for Business and Enterprise development in West Sussex and beyond. Whether you are an individual, a small start-up or an established business, the Dome Enterprise Centre provides the range of support services that you need to grow. Let us support and develop you, your business and your people. These services are delivered from our state of the art business facilities and include: Business Incubation Units Business Support Packages Meeting Room and Venue Hire Hot Desks and Co-Working Space Training and Development Research and Consultancy Access to and use of University resources 2 For further information or to arrange a free tour of our Bognor Regis campus facilities, please contact us: Telephone: or thedec@chi.ac.uk 3

3 Dome Enterprise Centre Membership We know that there s a lot to think about when starting your own business and every penny counts. Membership of the Dome Enterprise Centre provides access to a range of free and discounted business services. When starting a business or being self-employed we understand the need to talk to others in the same position. At the Dome Enterprise Centre, you will be part of our thriving business community where you can work with your peers, be creative and share and develop your ideas in an atmosphere of mutual trust and support. Benefits include: Access to business support helping you to grow and develop your business Access to the Business Events programme where you can learn, meet and socialise with other people in the same situation as you Priority booking of Hot Desks ensuring you have quality business space to work from Discounts on room and venue hire ideal for important meetings, interviews or training Free use of co-working & social spaces on the campus have a coffee meeting, or take advantage of the relaxed spaces to take a break and unwind Access and membership to the Business Library Free use of the Wi-Fi Become a member of the Dome Enterprise Centre and take advantage of this fantastic package of services to help your business grow and develop. Telephone: thedec@chi.ac.uk 4 5

4 Business Incubation The process for Business Incubation starts when you have an idea for a business. At the University of Chichester we start the Business Incubation process when you phone the DEC to talk about your start-up idea or how to develop your business. The Dome Enterprise Centre Business Incubators are available to potential clients who have had a one to one business advice session with our DEC Business Advisors. In this impartial session, we will work with you to find ways to develop your product or service, as well as examining ways of raising finance. Our Business Advisors will help you to assess the market, identify your intellectual property and provide you with an action plan for your next steps. Successful progression through these initial stages will allow you to apply for a Business Incubation suite. The benefits of these incubation suites include: An all-inclusive office package with easy in, easy out tenancy terms giving you the flexibility you need when starting a business Free mentoring and business support to help you develop skills and your business Access to our University expertise a wealth of resource and knowledge Discounted rates on meeting room, board room and training room hire Membership of the Dome Enterprise Centre Access to our DEC training and events to develop your personal network and skills To talk through your business start-up idea and find out how the Dome Enterprise Centre can help you start and grow your business call us for a free informal chat on or thedec@chi.ac.uk. 6 7

5 Conference Services Whether you would like to hire a meeting room for an hour or host a conference, we have a range of facilities and support services for you to choose from. We offer a complete conference support service across our Bognor Regis and Chichester venues, with residential rooms available between June and September. Our range of facilities include: Networking room Seminar or training rooms Business lounge Meeting rooms Board Room Work Zone desk Lecture theatre Dance, performance, and music studios Theatre spaces If you have any queries regarding our facilities, please contact us: Telephone: Fax: Conference@chi.ac.uk 8 9

6 Business Consultancy Services At the University of Chichester we deliver a range of consultancy services to private businesses, public sector organisations and third sector organisations. Our academics and sector experts have a wealth of experience in industry, research and academia. This can make a real difference to your business and give you the edge in a competitive marketplace. Our consultancy projects have included: Sales and marketing strategic plans Business planning New market research Research for economic development and regeneration Information technology infrastructure Leadership development Organisational and sports psychology Sports biomechanics and biomechanical analysis Social work and health care Tourism management Sustainability and destination management To find out how our Consultancy Services can make a difference to your business call the Research and Employer Engagement Office on or business@chi.ac.uk

7 Professional Training and Short Course Programmes Investing in your skills and the skills of your team is one of the best ways to develop your business. At the University of Chichester we deliver powerful and effective training that can really make a difference to your business. Our experience and track record of delivering professional training across the public and private sectors means that we know how to get results. Export Having the ability to export will help your business to grow and develop into new overseas markets. We offer a range of training courses in partnership with the Institute of Export that will enable you to effectively export. The courses include: To develop management skills and develop your business, call Sally Gould or Dr Steve Ellis. Tel: +44 (0) cmi@chi.ac.uk s.ellis@chi.ac.uk Leadership and Management As a fully approved Chartered Management Institute Centre, we deliver professional qualifications in Leadership and Management, covering such topics as: First Line Management Coaching and Mentoring Management projects An Introduction to Export International Business Essentials International Documentation Kim Philpott, Service Manager, Home Care "The learning sets were invaluable in supporting me through the first year and an extremely important part of the programme. As each module was completed, I gained in confidence and started to feel a great sense of achievement, to the point that when the programme come to an end, I then went on to complete the full foundation degree. I feel I have grown both personally and professional having completed the degree

8 How to find us Bognor Regis is located on the South Coast of West Sussex, situated between Portsmouth and Brighton. Bognor Regis Campus Road There are excellent road links to Bognor Regis. Postcode: PO21 1HR RAC Route planner: AA Route planner: Railway Bognor Regis is on the direct London Victoria and London Bridge line (approximately 1hr 45mins) The train station is a 10 minute walk away from the Bognor Regis campus. For more information please visit National Rail Enquiries

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