Borders College Hosts Inaugural Business Skills Workshops

The college partnered with Borders Fractional Growth (BFG) Partners to deliver practical workshops for business students.

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Borders College recently hosted the inaugural BFG Skills Circuit, a series of micro-workshops designed for 40 business students in partnership with Borders Fractional Growth (BFG) Partners.

The fast-paced, interactive event provided students with practical, real-world insight into essential commercial operations. Expert fractional specialists from the BFG team led targeted workshops covering critical aspects of business growth, employment readiness, and corporate strategy.
Sessions included essential HR practices and people strategy led by Colin Sturrock, media relations training from David Ferguson, career preparation advice from Moira Wilson, modern sales techniques with Lee-Anne Gillie, and strategic brand creation and positioning by Giles Etherington.
This collaborative event underscores Borders College's ongoing mission to bridge the gap between academic learning and industry execution by connecting students directly with seasoned regional experts.
Based on information from the official source: Borders College (03/11/2026)