In addition to the training programmes scheduled, the Tipperary Local Enterprise Office also offers the following programmes/initiatives to assist the development of the business community:
One-to-one sessions with a specialist Business Advisor can be arranged to deal with business issues. All meetings will take place by phone, or at LEO Offices by appointment. Free of Charge to qualifying businesses.
Comprehensive on-site skills development programme for owners/managers preceded by a diagnostic visit to identify barriers to growth. The initiative is tailored to suit the needs of the company and the duration varies from as little as one up to six days on-site coaching focussing on the skills and expertise required to overcome perceived barriers and strengthen competitiveness. Training / Consultancy is delivered by specialists from a professional panel. The programme is funded by the Tipperary LEO and participants will be expected to contribute a participation fee of not more than 10% of the assignment cost.
Comprehensive accredited training for existing firms involving a mix of group training workshops and one to one on-site sessions. Limited to 15 qualifying firms, training is generally delivered over a number of months with on-site meetings arranged to suit the participant. The participating firm generally contributes 10% of the training cost.
On-site counselling with owner / managers to address areas of concern in the business such as costing, financial management, marketing, sales, production, standards and systems, business planning etc. The Tipperary LEO has assembled a panel of experienced Mentors which are assigned following a needs analysis as appropriate. Similar to other programmes, the grantee is required to contribute 10% of the assignment cost payable in advance.
