"Introducing entrepreneurship in schools increases awareness among young women and men, increasing their confidence to one day start a business."
Alison Rose, CEO of NatWest Group
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Dream Bigger
Challenging young women to dream bigger
What is Dream Bigger?
Dream Bigger is a fully funded programme focused on developing transferrable entrepreneurial skills in 16-18 year old females across the UK. Our aim is to drive confidence in preparation for the future world of work and impact the percentage of women who intend to start a business.
As an organisation, the Royal Bank of Scotland champions potential and helps people, families and businesses to thrive - and as the UK's biggest bank for business - we understand the skills required for the future world of work.
Why Dream Bigger?
Designed to activate the recommendations of the Rose Review of Female Entrepreneurship, our mission is to inspire the next generation of entrepreneurs by embedding entrepreneurial education in the curriculum across the UK.
By engaging with Dream Bigger, students will:
- Broaden career horizons and develop awareness of entrepreneurship as a possible future career
- Develop future skills and capabilities in young women, leading to increased confidence and resilience
- Bridge the gap between education and the workplace, preparing young women for the future world of work
- Develop awareness, understanding and self-reflection of themselves and others
In addition to the above, we will support schools to evidence specific educational and career benchmarks, such as the Career Education Standard.
Igniting entrepreneurial purpose
Digital sessions for 16+ females
A series of digital sessions delivered by a member of the Dream Bigger team, aimed at inspiring students at the start of their entrepreneurial journey.
- Introduction to Entrepreneurship: Every Tuesday at 11:00
- Developing an Entrepreneurial Mindset: Every Wednesday at 11:00
- Defining Entrepreneurial Purpose: Every Thursday at 11:00
Developing entrepreneurial skill
Live sessions for 16+ females.
**CURRENTLY ON HOLD DUE TO COVID-19**
High impact live sessions hosted in one of our 12 Accelerator Hubs across the UK, giving students a deeper dive into the key entrepreneurial skills required for the future world of work.
- Full or half day events delivered by one of our expert delivery managers
- Practical and interactive sessions designed to give students the freedom to express themselves and develop as individuals
Our ask of you
Register your students to take part in the programme and speak to our team about becoming a recognised Royal Bank of Scotland Entrepreneurship School.
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