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Who we are

About ECBS

Our story, strategic aims, governance, accreditation and global reach. ECBS exists to give ambitious people a business education that treats their career like the serious investment it is.

Since 2024

Our story

ECBS began in 2024 as a premier accessible institution dedicated to cultivating the next generation of business leaders, highly-skilled professionals, entrepreneurs, scholars, and innovators; offering courses to students from around the world. Since inception, we’ve built our credibility and reputation working with several UK’s leading higher education providers to offer qualifications to thousands of students over the next decades. We are constantly refining our offerings and on-course to launched our initial campuses in Leicester, Birmingham and London.

We are built on decades of knowledge of several senior academic leaders working in UK’s leading higher education providers. ECBS is formed on the courage to reinvent and disruptively transform education and create transformative opportunities for diverse communities of all ages and backgrounds. Working with diverse range of students over the years, we realised that the skills and knowledge that learners require, to secure high-paying jobs, innovate and thrive in businesses, are constantly changing and current higher education providers must change too.

At ECBS, we are unafraid to reach and serve the underserved learners and transform communities by reaching those who would not necessarily consider universities as an option. We are also keen to serve those who are looking to gain qualifications backed by entrepreneurial, innovation and impact mindset. We are constantly seeking new partnership with several UK universities who shared our vision, allowing us to add other academic disciplines to our portfolio. As well as continuing to offer business and management courses, we are now expanding our portfolio of courses to project management, strategy and innovation, banking and finance, accounting, technology and healthcare programmes providing even more opportunity for our students. We are also notable in delivering high-quality executives’ education and postgraduate research degrees programmes for those are looking for advance actionable knowledge.

“Enterprise City Business School is a journey of faith that transcends across borders. We are thrilled to welcome you to ECBS, where your journey towards excellence in business education begins! As you embark on this exciting journey, we encourage you to embrace new challenges, forge meaningful connections, and unleash your full potential. Together, we will shape the future of business. Welcome aboard, and let’s make great things happen!”

Warm regards,
The Enterprise City Business School Team

Where we're headed

Our strategic aim

Six commitments that shape every decision ECBS makes, from curriculum design to campus investment.

Broaden Access to Business Education

Actively encourage and facilitate access to business education for students from all backgrounds, including those from non-traditional, underserved, and entrepreneurial communities.

Deliver a Cutting-Edge and Practical Business Education

Strive to offer a distinctive and industry-relevant educational experience that combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, preparing students for the challenges of a dynamic business environment.

Holistic Student Support and Career Services

Establish and maintain a robust system of student support that addresses both academic and personal needs, ensuring a nurturing environment that promotes success throughout the student's academic and professional journey.

Commitment to Innovation and Learning Resources

Provide outstanding resources, technology, and learning environments that enhance academic pursuits, foster innovation, and support professional development, entrepreneurship, and employability.

Foster Positive Academic and Professional Outcomes

Actively promote high academic achievement and career success by offering pathways to internships, mentorships, and employment opportunities in leading businesses and industries.

Transformative Impact on Business and Society

Champion business education as a catalyst for economic growth and societal transformation, encouraging graduates to lead responsibly, innovate ethically, and make a positive impact in their communities and industries globally.

Global reach

A truly international business school

With a strong presence in key international markets, including South Asia, Southeast Asia, Africa, and the Middle East, ECBS attracts a diverse student body from around the world. Our global recruitment efforts and alumni network further reinforce our commitment to being a truly international business school.

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Global regions with active recruitment

South Asia, Southeast Asia, Africa & the Middle East

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UK campuses

Teaching across the country, one academic standard

2024

Founded

Built on decades of leadership experience in UK HE

Governance

Leadership team

ECBS is guided by a leadership team that brings together academic distinction and real-world experience in business and higher-education management, responsible for academic quality, strategic direction, and an outstanding student experience across every campus.

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Principal & Chief Executive Officer

Sets the strategic direction of ECBS and leads engagement with regulators, partner universities and industry stakeholders.

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Dean of Academic Affairs

Oversees curriculum design, academic quality assurance and faculty development across all programmes.

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Director of Student Experience

Leads student services, welfare and employability provision, ensuring every learner is supported from enrolment through to graduation.

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Director of Partnerships & Global Recruitment

Manages university and industry partnerships and leads international recruitment strategy.

Leadership names and short bios to be confirmed and added here.

Who teaches you

Faculty

Our faculty comprises a unique blend of academics and industry practitioners who bring a wealth of experience and knowledge to the classroom. This diverse team is dedicated to mentoring and guiding students through their academic journey, ensuring that they graduate with both theoretical knowledge and practical insights.

Working together

Key partnerships & affiliations

ECBS has established strategic partnerships with leading universities in the UK and other global institutions, allowing us to offer joint programmes and international integrated degree programmes that combine the strengths of multiple educational systems. These partnerships enable us to provide our students with globally recognized degrees and a rich, international learning experience. We are constantly seeking new partnership with several UK universities who shared our vision, allowing us to add other academic disciplines to our portfolio.

Our University Partnerships division offers comprehensive and tailored support to higher education institutions. These partnerships reflect our commitment to providing quality focused and market leading education services to international students.

UK University Partners

Validating institutions for our undergraduate, postgraduate and research degree pathways, and the route into our embedded business school.

Professional & Industry Bodies

Supporting practice-based learning, accreditation routes and employer-recognised skills training.

International Recruitment Partners

Regional partners across South Asia, Southeast Asia, Africa and the Middle East, supporting our global outreach and direct recruitment.

Named partner institutions to be added once confirmed for public listing.

University Partnership Services

As our partner, we offer a range of services, all of which are bespoke and focus on delivering exceptional results:

  • Through our unique partnerships model, we develop embedded colleges for international students
  • Postgraduate research degrees programme
  • Student mobility services
  • Global direct recruitment support
  • Comprehensive strategic advice including market entry strategies

Our Embedded Business School

Through our embedded business school, we provide a range of benefits for international students:

  • Expert instruction in small classes
  • Lecturers and professors with full cross-cultural awareness
  • Career advice and workplace mentoring scheme
  • Skills bootcamps and career placement opportunities
  • Flexible start dates September, January, April or June – Integrated VISA (Single CAS)
  • Full university student status from day one, with access to university facilities and services
  • Opportunity to live on campus
  • Direct continuation to a chosen degree upon successful completion of the first stages
  • Direct continuation to a PhD degree upon successful completion of the MRes degree.

Responsibility

Sustainability & corporate social responsibility

ECBS is committed to sustainability and social responsibility. We incorporate sustainable practices into our operations and curriculum and encourage our students to consider the broader impact of their business decisions on society and the environment.

Standing

Awards & recognition

As a young and fast-growing institution, ECBS is building a track record of formal recognition within the UK higher education sector.

Registered Higher Education Provider

Recorded on the UK Register of Learning Providers (UKRLP), UK Provider Reference Number (UKPRN) 10096821.

Office for Students

Application for Approved (Fee Cap) Provider status currently in progress.

Further awards, accreditations or sector recognitions to be added as they are achieved.

Looking ahead

Future goals

As ECBS continues to grow, we aim to expand our programme offerings, deepen our global partnerships, and enhance our research capabilities. Our focus remains on delivering transformative education that prepares students to meet the challenges of the future with confidence and competence.