Global Entrepreneurship Week
18 - 24 November 2024
Global Entrepreneurship Week 2024
The theme for Global Entrepreneurship Week 2024 is Entrepreneurship is for Everyone.
Here at Kent, everyone has the chance to transform their entrepreneurial spirit into actions and success. We’re developing the next generation of responsible leaders and entrepreneurs who are solving the challenges facing our communities today and better enabling future generations to meet those yet to come.
Turning ambition into action
From launching a leading fashion brand to supporting refugees into employment, our community are proving that good business starts at Kent.
Emay Enemokwu studied at Kent Business School
During his time at Kent he set up fashion brand, Jehucal, a London-based clothing and accessories label worn by those with style, including famous names such as actor Hero Fiennes Tiffin.
Ruby Nsubuga, President of the Kent Women in Business Society
"Our society is a thriving community where we champion each other's goals and and provide the support, knowledge, and confidence women need to forge their paths in various industries."
Dr Joel Montgomery, a researcher from Kent Business School
Joel is calling for participants to help him understand more about the role of local councils in improving refugee employability in the Southeast.
Caroline Knott, MBA student
Caroline Knott, was shortlisted for the AMBA Student of the Year Award in recognition of her exceptional career potential.
Tudor Price, Chief Executive of the Kent Invicta Chamber of Commerce
Tudor Price, leads the i-teams programme for students each year.
Dr. Arpita Ghatak Lecturer in Innovation & Entrepreneurship
Arpita brings a wealth of practical knowledge to her academic role. She holds a BTech in Electrical Engineering and an MBA in Marketing.
Emay reflects on his entrepreneurial journey
Emay Enemokwu, graduated Kent Business school in 2019 after launching fashion label Jehucal, during the second year of his degree. The streetwear brand is now a six-figure business with a celebrity following.
Entrepreneurship for everyone
According to the Start Up Angel Report 2024, 60% of young people want to be their own boss by the age of 30. That’s why all of Kent’s courses are designed to develop the resilience, good time management, negotiation and decision-making skills necessary to succeed as an entrepreneur. Students can also access a unique array of experiences which equip them with the knowledge and support they need to take their ideas to market.
ASPIRE and the Business Start Up Journey
Our ASPIRE spaces offer a unique and exciting entrepreneurial education via informal drop-in sessions and our Business Start-up Journey, a series of practical and inspiring workshops.
Student Impact Projects
Our Student Impact Projects are run by our careers service and enable students to work with employers and organisations to learn, solve problems and gain experience.
The GOLD Programme
The Global Officers' Leadership Development Programme is a year-long extracurricular course designed to develop leadership skills, global citizenship and cultural intelligence.
My Skills Coach
My Skills Coach is an employability programme run by the Careers and Employability Service that helps you enhance your skillset whilst you study.
Further student opportunties
The Selfie Year
If you're studying in Kent Business School, you can choose to spend a year being supported by expert staff in launching your own business..
Student-led markets
From the Black Student Market to Christmas Markets, there are opportunities throughout the year for students to sell their products on and off campus.
Students share their thoughts on Touker Suleyman's visit
Support for the business community
Start-ups and small businesses have a lot to gain from tapping into our business networks, funding schemes, facilities and expertise. We work with businesses locally and internationally to help them engage with our talented students and graduates.
Be inspired
Come along to our business events and be inspired
Event date: 20th November 2024
GEW Panel Discussion
- Location: Sibson Canterbury
Join us for an unmissable event where Emay Enemokwu, will chair the conversation with fellow Kent alumni who are reshaping the world of sustainability, mental health, and tech.
Event date: 4th December 2024
Event time: 12:30 - 14:00
Business Soundbite on Sustainability
- Location: MBA Suites/Online
Join us for our combined MBA Guest Lecture and Business Soundbite hybrid event focused on sustainability.
Event date: 4th December 2024
Discovery Park Christmas Market
Discovery Park in Sandwich is a thriving business park and home to over 3,000 residents! Here’s an opportunity to join their annual indoor Christmas Market and showcase your business.
Event date: 13th May 2025
Kent & Medway Business Summit
- Location: University of Kent
We're excited to announce that our annual Business Summit is set to take place on Tuesday 13 May 2025. Please express your interest in attending.