The Faculty of Business and Law at the University of Northampton has been awarded the Small Business Charter accreditation for three years. The recognition highlights the Faculty’s contribution to supporting entrepreneurship and small business growth in Northamptonshire and the surrounding region.
Assessment for the accreditation focused on impact within the local business community, cross-disciplinary collaboration, and initiatives that deliver real-world benefits for SMEs. In 2023/24, the university contributed £366 million in gross value added to the regional economy and supported more than 5,400 jobs.
The Small Business Charter, overseen by small business leaders and the Chartered Association of Business Schools, identifies business schools that demonstrate excellence in student enterprise, entrepreneurship, and local economic engagement. There are currently 68 accredited business schools across the UK and Ireland.
