Closing Date for Applications 15 July 2025
12 session training programme begins September 2025
- Creative Scotland supported Cultural Business Development Programme is inviting applications
- Arts and Culture organisations should apply now ahead of closing date, 15th July
- Free to access training designed for the Scottish arts and culture sector
- Further information is available at creativeproducertraining.com/cbdp-2025
Curated Place has launched a new, national training programme to support innovation and growth for arts and culture organisations across Scotland. Backed by Creative Scotland, the Cultural Business Development Programme (CBDP) is now open for applications.
Launched on 10 June, the training programme is a free, accessible, national training programme tailored to the unique needs and context of Scotland's arts and culture sector.
The first training cohorts will start in September 2025, with a second round starting in January 2026.
Six cohorts, with up to 15 participants each, will be engaged in the programme. Delivered through a mix of face to face and online sessions, combining in-person training in Aberdeen, Edinburgh or Glasgow with weekly expert-led online workshops delivered via zoom, the 12 session, sequential programme is led by Curated Place’s team of tutors and supported by a consortium of national and international industry experts.
The programme supports participants to:
- develop their value proposition
- nurture positive change
- manage risks
- drive new revenue streams
Full details, including eligibility, how to apply and the training dates are available on the CBDP webpage: www.creativeproducertraining.com/cbdp-2025.
This round of applications will close on Tuesday 15 July 2025. Another round of recruitment will take place in the Autumn for the training cohorts beginning in January 2026.
Alison Brodie, Creative Producer of Curated Place said: “We’re excited to launch this new programme for the sector. The mix of face to face and online teaching, alongside the support from Creative Scotland, makes the programme accessible to participants across the country. Our previous professional development programmes have helped participants to secure over
£3m for their projects and businesses, and created a network across 18 countries. The Scottish cohorts will join a growing international community.”
Morgan Petrie, Creative Industries Manager of Creative Scotland said: “This programme will empower cultural organisations to demonstrate their impact in compelling ways, highlighting their vital role in economic, social, and cultural development. Through expert guidance, collaborative learning, and a supportive network of peers, leaders will gain the tools and inspiration to drive innovation and ensure long-term sustainability. It's not just about recognising value—it's about amplifying it.”
Individuals from arts and culture organisations across Scotland are invited to apply to take part by completing the short online application form.
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More information including can be found at www.creativeproducertraining.com/cbdp-2025
From a base in North-East Scotland, Curated Place work nationally and internationally and have over a decade of experience across 20+ countries in training, consultancy and creative business development. Since 2011 they have been originating and running multi-artform professional development programmes, strategic creative business development and place-based cultural development projects across both rural and urban settings for diverse audiences and clients.
They have pioneered creative training and capacity building programmes, cultural events, strategy and feasibility through cross-sector collaboration, innovation, entrepreneurial approaches and a diversity of commercial and subsidised models.
About Creative Scotland
Creative Scotland is the public body that supports culture and creativity across all parts of Scotland, distributing funding provided by the Scottish Government and The National Lottery, which, now in its 30th year, has supported over 14,600 projects with more than £501.9 million in funding through Creative Scotland and its predecessor, the Scottish Arts Council. Further information at creativescotland.com. Follow us on Facebook, LinkedIn, and Instagram. Learn more about the value of art and creativity in Scotland and join in at www.ourcreativevoice.scot.
Media contact
For further media information please contact: Alison Brodie, Curated Place - [email protected]