Shott Scale Up Accelerator Growth Training Programme

The Royal Academy of Engineering is seeking one lead training provider for a two-year contract to co-design and deliver seven growth training modules for leaders of deep tech SMEs preparing to scale. The provider will be accountable for overall programme coherence, quality, cross-module integration and reporting, while working with Academy partners who will contribute to selected modules.

Participants will comprise up to 15 founders or C-suite leaders from UK-based deep tech SMEs at a pre-scale-up stage, with varied sector experience and a strong appetite for peer learning and practical support.

Training should be practical, grounded in real scale-up challenges, and designed to include peer learning, reflection and tailored support. Together, the lead provider and module partners will equip participants to:

Develop greater confidence and strengthen leadership capabilities as they navigate the complexities of scaling fast growing organisations.

Expand their understanding of market opportunities, refine strategic thinking and build robust growth plans that support the ambitions of deep tech businesses.

The Academy expects all trainers across modules to work as one delivery team. The lead provider will coordinate this approach to ensure a coherent participant journey and avoid unnecessary duplication.