Infosys, a digital services and consulting firm, and Saïd Business School at the University of Oxford, a leading innovative business school, have announced a new course, ‘Springboard StartSmart: Foundations for Entrepreneurs.’
This course is available for free on the Infosys Springboard platform, which helps people learn new skills. It is designed for new entrepreneurs and small to medium-sized businesses (SMEs). This collaboration aims to offer these firms and entrepreneurs the skills they need to thrive in the fast-changing business world.
This partnership will customize Oxford Saïd’s courses to meet the needs of young entrepreneurs. It will support them at every step of their journey, whether they are just starting out or are thinking about starting their own businesses. The course aims to make learning accessible to everyone and provide knowledge and tools to help them adapt to digital changes, understand basic business concepts, and use new technologies, including AI tools.
Manos Kapterian, Chief Operating Officer at Oxford Saïd, said, “While the UK fosters a strong culture of innovation and entrepreneurship, nearly 60 percent of small British businesses and start-ups face failure within the first three years. Providing access to the right tools and mentorship are vital ingredients to the success of these start-ups. We are pleased to form this collaboration with Infosys, bringing our world-class business education to even more aspiring entrepreneurs and SMEs, helping them to have a positive impact in their communities.”
Also Read: Infosys Foundation Partners with INAE to Transform Indian Engineering EducationThirumala Arohi, EVP and Head – Education, Training, and Assessment, Infosys, said, “We are committed to harnessing the collective strength of our technology and people to transform the communities we work in. By bridging the digital divide through world-class digital learning opportunities, we aim to create a more equitable society and nurture a new generation of business leaders. Our collaboration with Oxford Saïd Business School and our digital learning platform, Springboard, provide the tools to achieve this goal. In the UK, one of the most entrepreneurial countries globally, this course has the potential to equip entrepreneurs with the right tools, enabling them to thrive in the ever-evolving business landscape while solving important global challenges.”
