Training Courses

Designed specifically for people working in arts and heritage organisations, we offer a comprehensive range of training courses to support fundraising and sponsorship activities. Delivered by industry experts, and using real life examples and success stories, these sessions are both invaluable and incredibly popular. Our courses are open to C&BS members and non-members. Sign up to receive regular Training & Events Newsletters.

TRAINING COURSES

Making the Ask Masterclass

All fundraisers need to make solicitations – Asks – in person, in writing, on the phone or even on Zoom to major donors, to corporations, and to foundations. The experience is high risk but with the potential for high pay off – if you manage the process effectively. Learn the secrets to solicitation success in this masterclass.

Wednesday 14 January 2026 | 9.30am-4.30pm

£145 + VAT for C&BS members | £220 + VAT for non-members

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TRAINING COURSES

Introduction to being a Board Member

Do you have new trustees on your Board or have you taken on a trustee role yourself? If so, this online course is essential for launching or refreshing your Board career.

Tuesday 20 January 2026 & Tuesday 27 January 2026 | 9.30am-12.30pm | Online

£120 + VAT for C&BS members | £190 + VAT for non-members

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TRAINING COURSES

Packaging Your Sponsorships

Ever worried that your sponsorship price isn’t right? Or wondered if you’ve got the right benefits in your sponsorship offer? You are not alone. Packaging and pricing corporate sponsorships is a common challenge for fundraisers.

Wednesday 21 January 2025 | 9.30am-12.30pm | Azets Quay 2 139 Fountainbridge Edinburgh EH3 9QG

£85 + VAT for C&BS members | £125 + VAT for non-members

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TRAINING COURSES

Prospect Research for Fundraising

This hands-on training course introduces the tools, techniques, and strategic thinking behind effective prospect research.

Wednesday 5 November 2025 | 9.30am-12.30pm | Azets Quay 2 139 Fountainbridge Edinburgh EH3 9QG

£85 + VAT for C&BS members | £125 + VAT for non-members

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The breadth and depth of training courses offered by Culture & Business Scotland is incredible – being able to tap into such high-quality industry experience is invaluable.

We’ve found the Business Briefings to be super helpful – given that they’re free to members, we more than cover our annual membership fee through attending these alone!

Can’t wait for the networking events to come back, in-person – always a great opportunity to catch up with people from both arts and heritage organisations and business who value culture.

Training & Events

Training Courses

Making the Ask Masterclass

Introduction to being a Board Member

Do you have new trustees on your Board or have you taken on a trustee role yourself? If so, this online course is essential for launching or refreshing your Board career.

Packaging Your Sponsorships

Ever worried that your sponsorship price isn’t right? Or wondered if you’ve got the right benefits in your sponsorship offer? You are not alone. Packaging and pricing corporate sponsorships is a common challenge for fundraisers.

Prospect Research for Fundraising

This hands-on training course introduces the tools, techniques, and strategic thinking behind effective prospect research.

Become a member today

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