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The Knowledge Transfer Partnership (KTP) scheme is a world-leading programme to support business innovation. We have extensive expertise across a broad range of specialisms and a track record of helping businesses innovate for growth.
Is your business ready to innovate and grow? Do you have an idea that could revolutionise your business but don’t know how to make it a reality? Are you looking to access funding to develop your plans? Our KTP programme could help.
KTPs are a three-way partnership between the business seeking expertise, a university, and a recently qualified graduate/postgraduate – known as the KTP Associate. Each project can last from 12 months to three years, transferring and embedding new knowledge and skills to encourage business growth and innovation. With the help of government funding and university expertise, your business will be well supported to reach its full potential.
A KTP can involve:
Essentially, the end result of the KTP must have a direct impact on the business bottom line.
Our experienced KTP team at can help you scope out your project idea and connect you with academics with relevant expertise. A project plan will be developed and tailored to your business challenge. Support will be provided at every stage of the process including the preparation and submission of the grant application form.
Once funding is approved, the University and the business will jointly recruit the KTP Associate. The KTP Associate is based within the business but employed by the University. The Associate will implement the strategic goals of the project plan and they'll be fully supported with expert academic guidance throughout the project.
Management Knowledge Transfer Partnerships (mKTPs) are transforming businesses. They're accelerating business growth and providing companies with a post-pandemic route to prosperity. At the same time, they're ensuring the academic community’s research remains relevant to the fast-evolving needs of business.
A Knowledge Transfer Partnership is a collaboration that benefits businesses, academics, and graduates. Learn more about the benefits by selecting one of the following options: