CPD and short courses (short course)
Free online course. Develop the digital and AI skills needed to run a business, increase your productivity and create a competitive edge, with our course for start-ups, small companies and SMEs across Cambridgeshire.

This free course is designed for all SMEs and budding entrepreneurs in the Cambridgeshire region, including Sole Traders, Partnerships, Community Interest Companies, and Limited Companies, in any sector.
The 10-week programme starts on Wednesday 21 January 2026
Each week you will receive a link to join a live two-hour webinar delivered by ARU Peterborough academics, and experts from industry.
If you're unable to attend every seminar, or wish to review the session again, they will be recorded and available on-demand on a secure platform.
£0
This course is funded by the UK government through the UK Shared Prosperity Fund. The UK Shared Prosperity Fund aims to improve pride in place and increase life chances across the UK, investing in communities and place, supporting local business, and people and skills.
You are responsible for ensuring you are compliant with De Minimus aid or state aid limits. Further details and declaration will be provided before the course commences.

Contact us if you have any questions about BOOST:
[email protected]
There are no formal entry requirements for this course. It is open to start-ups (or those thinking about starting a business), small companies and SMEs in the Cambridgeshire region, in any sector.