Business Growth Programs SA

About this grant

The Business Growth Programs provide businesses with access to expert advice and programs that will help them grow their business.

Eligibility requirements

All of the following criteria must be met:

• Business owners, ceos or managing directors.
• There are 4 different programs:
• The assessment clinic program offers a comprehensive one-day clinic with growth experts in which you will identify issues that are impeding growth and then create a plan for your personal growth as a leader and an action plan for your company.
• Growth ramp is a targeted 6-month program with growth experts designed for business owners, ceos and managing directors of companies who are looking to grow their organisation.
• The growth modules program provides an opportunity for you and your executive team to take time out from your business to work on your business. you will learn as a team, develop shared knowledge, and build the skills that your company needs to achieve sustainable and continuous growth.
• Execute and grow is a program designed for business owners, ceos or mds and their teams who have completed the growth ramp or growth modules program and want to continue to grow.
• Be the business owner, ceo or md of your organisation
• Have at least 5 full time employees
• Have customers, products or services, revenue.
• To be eligible for the growth ramp and growth modules program, you must have completed an assessment clinic.
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What the funding covers

• Access to programs and expert advice to help grow your business.

How to apply

1. 1Confirm readiness: Ensure you meet criteria (e.g., ABN, turnover limits, GST registration), align project objectives with grant goals, and estimate time for evidence gathering and writing.
2. 2Gather evidence: Collect documents like financials, business plans, market research, project budgets, resumes, risk analysis, and support letters to prove capability and impact.
3. 3Register/log in: Obtain an Australian Business Number (ABN) if needed, sign into the relevant portal (e.g., Business Grants Hub portal), and note any prerequisites like advisory service reports.
4. 4Prepare and write application: Address all selection criteria clearly (project details, government alignment, costs, outcomes, benefits); keep concise, factual, and compelling; validate for completeness.
5. 5Review, approve, and submit: Proofread, get stakeholder sign-off, submit online via the portal before deadline (no late entries); expect eligibility check, merit assessment, and outcome notification.
6. 6Visit https://business.gov.au/grants-and-programs/business-growth-programs-sa for application details

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