Business skills and commercial awareness for chemists
In association with The National HE STEM Programme
Looking beyond your chemistry degree? Use this self-study resource to learn about the skills and knowledge you need to build a career in business or industry.
As a chemist, you can already bring a lot to the world of business, from your subject knowledge and technical training to your experience of research and analysis. But if you want to pursue a career in industry or commerce, what should you know about marketing, intellectual property or finance? And what skills are essential for working in business?
Whether you’re passionate about working as a chemist in a specialised industry context, or want to explore opportunities in business outside chemistry, use this self-study resource to:
- Improve your knowledge of finance, regulations, intellectual property and quality assurance
- Explore the marketing ‘mix’ and learn how to create an effective strategy
- Gain insight into startups, spinouts and how new businesses plan for growth
- Identify and develop key business skills, from productivity and planning to communication and creativity
Practise and apply what you learn through exercises based on a variety of business scenarios and real life case studies, and discover tips to help you further develop your skills and experience alongside your degree.