Free Management Training

As a small business ourselves, we understand that training is a big investment for a small business, particularly during these challenging times when money may be tight. So, we know that choosing a suitable provider can consequently seem like quite a gamble. We get that on paper everyone looks pretty much the same, and that a fancy website is no guarantee of a quality service.

Whilst we’ve got plenty of 5-star reviews from previous happy customers, we understand that there’s no substitute for actually checking something out for yourself. Which is why we welcome any opportunity to showcase exactly what we can do for prospective clients. We’re keen to highlight the types of topics we deal with, and to let you see in person not only how knowledgeable and experienced our trainers are, but also how skilled they are at being able to deliver complex information in an accessible and entertaining way.

So, yes, you’ve read the price right, the following sessions are completely ★★★ FREE ★★★ for you to attend. And they’re not just pre-recorded video tutorials either, but proper in-person webinars and fully interactive online workshops hosted live by one of our expert trainers, exactly like our paid-for management training courses.

What’s the Catch?

No strings, no catches, no nonsense, no hard sell, just top quality management training at no cost to you. Plus we’re friendly and down-to-earth, and love meeting new people. What have you got to lose? Come along and see for yourself exactly how we can help you. A great opportunity to ‘try before you buy’!

Free Online Webinars and In-Person Workshops

Totally FREE online webinars and in-person workshops, designed and delivered by our team of knowledgeable and experienced management and HR experts on behalf of D2N2 Growth Hub and Business Gateway Growth Hub.

For Derbyshire, Nottinghamshire, and Leicestershire SMEs

Low-cost Management Training

Not free, but nevertheless still very affordable, a great option for businesses with tight training budgets.

These sessions cost only £99 per delegate for a 3-hour online workshop!

  • How to Tackle Difficult Conversations
    on Thursday 26th October, 2023

    Gain the confidence to have those difficult conversations to improve productivity and performance.

  • How to be a Manager
    on Monday 13th November, 2023

    Getting started as a new manager? Top tips to set you on the right path.

  • How to Tackle Difficult Conversations
    on Tuesday 12th December, 2023

    Gain the confidence to have those difficult conversations to improve productivity and performance.

  • How to be a Manager
    on Wednesday 3rd January, 2024

    Getting started as a new manager? Top tips to set you on the right path.

  • How to Manage Performance
    on Thursday 11th January, 2024

    Join us to discuss how you can better manage employee performance and pick up some top tips.

  • How to Manage Day-to-Day HR Issues
    on Wednesday 18th October, 2023

    Our online workshop is a short practical guide for HR and people managers, where we discuss the fundamentals of HR.

  • How to Manage Employee Absence
    on Wednesday 25th October, 2023

    Estimated to annually cost businesses £554.00 per employee, absence is a cost to the business. Post-pandemic line managers are increasingly having to deal with more complex cases. This course covers practical aspects of managing absence and deals with some of the more complex scenarios involving long-term absences.

  • How to Create a Winning HR Strategy
    on Wednesday 20th December, 2023

    Our online workshop is a short practical guide for HR and people managers, to help formulate a strategic HR plan.

  • How to Retain Your Top Talent
    on Wednesday 17th January, 2024

    Our online workshop is a short practical guide for HR and people managers, where we look at the basics of staff retention.

  • How to Recruit the Right Person
    on Wednesday 24th January, 2024

    Top tips to recruit and hire within the law and understand the basics to an efficient process to get the right person in the right job.

Discounted Management Training

Not free, but extremely cost effective, offering excellent value for money.

Save up to £900 on individual course prices!

  • 10% saving

    Back-to-Business

     From £2,938.50 for up to 12 delegates
    So, we now know the roadmap out of recovery, we have a plan. Time now to get 'match fit' to lead your team out of recovery into a post-COVID world of hybrid working. This programme will equip you with the knowledge and skills needed to fully engage and energise your team. Which in turn will increase team morale, enthusiasm, creativity and resilience.
  • 10% saving

    High Performing Teams

     From £2,754 for up to 12 delegates
    This programme combines a range of management, HR, personal effectiveness and wellbeing modules specially selected to help you create high performing teams.
  • 10% saving

    HR Essentials

     From £3,492 for up to 12 delegates
    This programme combines a range of management, HR, personal effectiveness and wellbeing modules specially selected to help managers gain an understanding of key HR and employment law issues and processes.
  • 10% saving

    New Team Leader

     From £2,938.50 for up to 12 delegates
    This programme combines a range of management, HR, personal effectiveness and wellbeing modules specially selected to help your new managers, supervisors and team leaders get the start that they need to confidently guide their colleagues to success.
  • 5% saving

    Pick-3

     From £1,453.50 for up to 12 delegates
    Combine any 3 courses to build your very own customised management programme.
  • 10% saving

    Pick-6

     From £2,754 for up to 12 delegates
    Combine any 6 courses to build your very own customised management programme.