--- title: University of Leeds Industry Partner Projects description: Partner with the University of Leeds and Practera to submit real business challenges, receive fresh insights from student teams, and gain high-impact recommendations at no cost. image: https://go.practera.com/hubfs/Landing%20Page%20feature%20image%20%20(1).png --- [![Logo-University-of-Leeds-600x174](https://go.practera.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Logo-University-of-Leeds-600x174.png?width=200&height=59&name=Logo-University-of-Leeds-600x174.png "Logo-University-of-Leeds-600x174")](https://www.leeds.ac.uk/) [![practera-logo2-1-1](https://go.practera.com/hs-fs/hubfs/practera-logo2-1-1.png?width=200&height=43&name=practera-logo2-1-1.png "practera-logo2-1-1")](https://practera.com/) ### WORK WITH UNIVERSITY OF LEEDS TEAMS TO SOLVE REAL BUSINESS CHALLENGES  #### RECEIVE RESEARCH-BACKED RECOMMENDATIONS. MINIMAL TIME COMMITMENT. NO COST.  ### PROGRAMME SNAPSHOT --- ![Website Icons](https://go.practera.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Website%20Icons.png?width=120&height=120&name=Website%20Icons.png "Website Icons") #### 2-3 weeks duration ![Website Icons (1)](https://go.practera.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Website%20Icons%20(1).png?width=120&height=120&name=Website%20Icons%20(1).png "Website Icons (1)") #### 5-7 students per team  ![Website Icons (2)](https://go.practera.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Website%20Icons%20(2).png?width=120&height=120&name=Website%20Icons%20(2).png "Website Icons (2)") #### ~150+ hours of work  ![Website Icons (3)](https://go.practera.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Website%20Icons%20(3).png?width=120&height=120&name=Website%20Icons%20(3).png "Website Icons (3)") #### ~2–3 hours of your time ![Website Icons (4)](https://go.practera.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Website%20Icons%20(4).png?width=120&height=120&name=Website%20Icons%20(4).png "Website Icons (4)") #### Fully funded at no cost ### HOW DOES IT WORK? --- Running a business or charity comes with unique challenges - but you don’t have to tackle them alone. Through the Leeds Industry Project, you can access fresh ideas, market insights, and innovative solutions from talented students, all without leaving your business or taking time away from your daily operations.  This fully virtual, 2-3 week programme connects you with a team of students who will work remotely to identify growth opportunities, research industry trends, and develop creative solutions tailored to your business needs. Whether you’re looking to expand, improve efficiency, or explore new markets, this is an easy, low-commitment way to gain valuable insights and support, fully funded by the University. ![Website Icons (5)](https://go.practera.com/hubfs/Website%20Icons%20(5).png) #### 1. Submit a brief Tell us about a business challenge and what you need help with.  ![Website Icons (6)](https://go.practera.com/hubfs/Website%20Icons%20(6).png) #### 2. Get matched We match you with a team of 5-7 Leeds students and invite you to a programme ![Website Icons (7)](https://go.practera.com/hubfs/Website%20Icons%20(7).png) #### 3. Receive results Your team delivers a tailored report with actionable recommendations  ### WHAT'S COMING UP? --- Leeds Global Industry Programme 30 November - 13 December (ACCEPTING BRIEFS) ##### **Available research areas:** [Sustainable Impact](https://share.hsforms.com/1o6LnKIk4TnqGpDLfhqpoQQ20z7s) [Growth Strategy](https://share.hsforms.com/16CzI1M-BRTq-EMWCrdOUqQ20z7s) [AI](https://share.hsforms.com/10EG-bFPtQ3KFWdaMj2V37w20z7s) [International Business](https://share.hsforms.com/1vZrq-U8xTUK9pBkvF0ayJA20z7s) [Digital Marketing](https://share.hsforms.com/1oCsdYEi9QzOihEq3GN1mqA20z7s) Leeds Global Industry Programme 15 February - 28 February ##### **Available research areas:** [Sustainable Impact](https://share.hsforms.com/1o6LnKIk4TnqGpDLfhqpoQQ20z7s) [Growth Strategy](https://share.hsforms.com/16CzI1M-BRTq-EMWCrdOUqQ20z7s) [AI](https://share.hsforms.com/10EG-bFPtQ3KFWdaMj2V37w20z7s) [International Business](https://share.hsforms.com/1vZrq-U8xTUK9pBkvF0ayJA20z7s) [Digital Marketing](https://share.hsforms.com/1oCsdYEi9QzOihEq3GN1mqA20z7s) Leeds Global Industry Programme 19 April - 2 May ##### **Available research areas:** [Sustainable Impact](https://share.hsforms.com/1o6LnKIk4TnqGpDLfhqpoQQ20z7s) [Growth Strategy](https://share.hsforms.com/16CzI1M-BRTq-EMWCrdOUqQ20z7s) [AI](https://share.hsforms.com/10EG-bFPtQ3KFWdaMj2V37w20z7s) [International Business](https://share.hsforms.com/1vZrq-U8xTUK9pBkvF0ayJA20z7s) [Digital Marketing](https://share.hsforms.com/1oCsdYEi9QzOihEq3GN1mqA20z7s) Leeds Global Industry Programme 21 June - 14 July ##### **Available research areas:** [Sustainable Impact](https://share.hsforms.com/1o6LnKIk4TnqGpDLfhqpoQQ20z7s) [Growth Strategy](https://share.hsforms.com/16CzI1M-BRTq-EMWCrdOUqQ20z7s) [AI](https://share.hsforms.com/10EG-bFPtQ3KFWdaMj2V37w20z7s) [International Business](https://share.hsforms.com/1vZrq-U8xTUK9pBkvF0ayJA20z7s) [Digital Marketing](https://share.hsforms.com/1oCsdYEi9QzOihEq3GN1mqA20z7s) Leeds Global Industry Programme 19 July - 01 August ##### **Available research areas:** [Sustainable Impact](https://share.hsforms.com/1o6LnKIk4TnqGpDLfhqpoQQ20z7s) [Growth Strategy](https://share.hsforms.com/16CzI1M-BRTq-EMWCrdOUqQ20z7s) [AI](https://share.hsforms.com/10EG-bFPtQ3KFWdaMj2V37w20z7s) [International Business](https://share.hsforms.com/1vZrq-U8xTUK9pBkvF0ayJA20z7s) [Digital Marketing](https://share.hsforms.com/1oCsdYEi9QzOihEq3GN1mqA20z7s) ### SUBMIT A PROJECT BY FOCUS AREA --- To improve your chances of securing a student team, we encourage organisations to submit 2–3 project briefs. Click the boxes below to select your preferred project area(s) and access the relevant online project brief form. #### Growth & Commercial Strategy Helping organisations grow, expand and reach new markets. #### [![Website Icon Growth Strategy](https://go.practera.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Screenshot%202026-08-25%20at%2014.20.23.png?width=304&height=198&name=Screenshot%202026-08-25%20at%2014.20.23.png) Growth Strategy Market research, expansion & strategy](https://share.hsforms.com/16CzI1M-BRTq-EMWCrdOUqQ20z7s?__hstc=45788219.d62c2a338722f1919c80ee4273cf8a4b.1786544750910.1786544750910.1786544750910.1&__hssc=45788219.1.1786544750910&__hsfp=4030f87bd27e445d07034d9764a861ef) #### [![Website Icon Digital Marketing](https://go.practera.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Screenshot%202026-08-25%20at%2014.20.23.png?width=304&height=198&name=Screenshot%202026-08-25%20at%2014.20.23.png) Digital Marketing Customer acquisition, brand & engagement](https://share.hsforms.com/1oCsdYEi9QzOihEq3GN1mqA20z7s) #### [![Website Icon International Business](https://go.practera.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Project%20brief%20types%20-%20landing%20page%20%20(11).png?width=403&height=200&name=Project%20brief%20types%20-%20landing%20page%20%20(11).png) International Business Market research, expansion & strategy](https://share.hsforms.com/1CSmkBUIFQa2HLAsEGaD6QA20z7s?__hstc=265237776.4a676c09169caa5f0d4556aacbee3178.1776161757478.1788338703565.1788347105140.148&__hssc=265237776.2.1788347105140&__hsfp=b718fb814fdd8a0a3cf4654640a3fc5c&_gl=1*jvwosm*_gcl_au*MTg5OTMyODczMi4xNzgyODE5NzI3) #### AI, Technology & Data Explore emerging technologies and data-driven opportunities. #### [![Website Icon AI](https://go.practera.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Project%20brief%20types%20-%20landing%20page%20%20(10).png?width=403&height=200&name=Project%20brief%20types%20-%20landing%20page%20%20(10).png) AI in your sector AI opportunities, use cases & adoption](https://share.hsforms.com/10EG-bFPtQ3KFWdaMj2V37w20z7s) #### Finance, Investment & Fintech Explore funding, investment opportunities and financial innovation. #### [![Website Icon Funding](https://go.practera.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Project%20brief%20types%20-%20landing%20page%20%20(12).png?width=403&height=200&name=Project%20brief%20types%20-%20landing%20page%20%20(12).png) Funding & Finance Financial modelling, funding & valuation](https://share.hsforms.com/1msEIOuc4RG2vCh0KsbTKFg20z7s) #### Sustainability, Policy & Future Readiness Understand customer behaviour, workplace culture and emerging trends shaping decision-making. #### [![Website Icon Sustainability](https://go.practera.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Project%20brief%20types%20-%20landing%20page%20%20(13).png?width=403&height=200&name=Project%20brief%20types%20-%20landing%20page%20%20(13).png) Sustainability & ESG ESG strategy, impact & sustainability](https://share.hsforms.com/1o6LnKIk4TnqGpDLfhqpoQQ20z7s?__hstc=265237776.4a676c09169caa5f0d4556aacbee3178.1776161757478.1788338703565.1788347105140.148&__hssc=265237776.2.1788347105140&__hsfp=b718fb814fdd8a0a3cf4654640a3fc5c&_gl=1*1rz51rw*_gcl_au*MTg5OTMyODczMi4xNzgyODE5NzI3) #### [![Website Icon Public Policy](https://go.practera.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Project%20brief%20types%20-%20landing%20page%20%20(13).png?width=403&height=200&name=Project%20brief%20types%20-%20landing%20page%20%20(13).png) Public Policy Policy research, analysis & impact](https://share.hsforms.com/19lxYPstbSHSsuW-toXsf1Q20z7s?__hstc=265237776.4a676c09169caa5f0d4556aacbee3178.1776161757478.1788338703565.1788347105140.148&__hssc=265237776.2.1788347105140&__hsfp=b718fb814fdd8a0a3cf4654640a3fc5c&_gl=1*1gsgz3t*_gcl_au*MTg5OTMyODczMi4xNzgyODE5NzI3) ### WHAT WILL YOU GET? --- Think of it as a short, focused consulting sprint (with an added dash of fresh perspective) #### Strategic deliverables ##### Market research, target-customers competitor analysis and competitor analysis ##### Go-to-market/growth strategy/ international expansion ##### AI/digital opportunities & social/marketing strategy #### Long-term value ##### A structured report + actionable recommendations ##### A new network of talented students ##### An ongoing student support network (programmes offered throughout the year) #### What makes a good project? ##### A clear business question ##### Research-led (not execution heavy) ##### Something you don't have time to explore ##### A challenge with a clear objective ### FAQ --- What is Practera and how do our programmes work? ##### Practera delivers virtual employability programmes and partners with universities to connect organisations with talented student teams. Students work on an organisational challenge over a set timeframe - usually 2-3 weeks. Why should my organisation take part? ##### Taking part gives organisations fresh perspectives, research, and recommendations from talented university students tackling real-world challenges, while supporting emergingtalent and gaining valuable insights. What makes a good project brief? - ##### addresses a specific challenge & has a clear objective - ##### allows for research and recommendations - ##### has enough context for students What will students deliver? ##### Students deliver research findings, strategic recommendations, reports, presentations, and practical action plans or roadmaps designed to help organisations explore opportunities and make informed decisions. How much time will I need to commit as a client? ##### Typically 2-3 hours in total across the programme duration, including: ##### **✓**Submitting your project (15 mins) ##### **✓** Virtual Kickoff via Zoom (1 hour) ##### **✓**Weekly feedback to team (30 mins) ##### **✓**Final student presentation (30 mins) Who are the students I will be working with? ##### Work with a team of 5–7 talented students from The University of Leeds, matched to your brief based on their skills, academic background, and project needs. What support does Practera provide throughout the project? ##### Practera supports you throughout the project by reviewing your project brief, onboarding your student team, managing the project timeline, monitoring progress, facilitating communication, and providing support should any questions or issues arise. How do I submit a project brief and what happens next? ##### To submit a project brief, choose a research area and complete the online form with details about your organisation and the challenge you’d like students to explore. The Practera team will review your brief, confirm suitability, and guide you through the next steps, including project matching, onboarding, and connecting you with your student team. Can I submit multiple project briefs? ##### Yes, organisations can submit multiple project briefs. Each brief will be reviewed individually to ensure it aligns with the programme requirements and student learning objectives. Please note that project allocation is subject to programme availability and suitability. Are there confidentiality measures? ##### All students and partners agree to Practera's Learning Collaboration - Non-Disclosure & IP Agreement when onboarded to the programme. ### CLIENT SPOTLIGHT  --- > **[Premium Quoting Pro](https://premiumquotingpro.com/)** helps insurers improve visibility over multinational premium structures, including the premium components beyond the underlying risk cost. Students provided strategic insights to strengthen the client’s positioning, marketing channels, and future growth approach. > > *"Thank you all for your hard work on this report. The final version was much stronger than the earlier draft and showed clear progress. It was sharper, more useful, and much more commercially relevant.* > > *The team provided valuable strategic insight across channel analysis, LinkedIn positioning, website optimisation, ICP, messaging, and competitor framing. The recommendations were practical and helped clarify how PQP can strengthen its positioning and support future growth."* Gabriela Ojeda Triulzi Founder & CEO Premium Quoting Pro ![Screenshot 2026-09-09 at 14.08.07](https://go.practera.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Screenshot%202026-09-09%20at%2014.08.07.png?width=216&height=82&name=Screenshot%202026-09-09%20at%2014.08.07.png) > **[OH, a potato!](https://ohapotato.app/)** is a startup that utilises adaptive, AI-powered systems to help urban households reduce food waste effortlessly through behavioural design and smart digital tools. The students delivered marketing recommendations to strengthen engagement, visibility, and growth. > > *“This is a really well put-together recommendation with clear, actionable insights. I especially liked how you walked us through your reasoning behind each recommendation, that made a big difference.* > > *You clearly understood the challenge and translated it into concrete steps we can actually execute. It felt thoughtful, specific, and genuinely tailored to our brand and company. A big plus for being so detail-oriented and specific, no fluff, no generic high-level advice, just grounded, practical thinking. Thank you so much for all the hard work!!”* Dalma Szabo Co-Founder, OH, a potato! ![pink potato logo](https://go.practera.com/hubfs/pink%20potato%20logo.svg) > **[PARENT](https://joinparent.com/),** is a weekly operating system designed to simplify family life, helping modern parents reduce mental load through practical tools, curated recommendations, and trusted support. The student team delivered strategic recommendations to strengthen the offering, improve usability, and support future growth. > > > *“What impressed me most was how well you understood the core problem we're trying to solve. The report didn't just describe the product, it clearly articulated the wider issue of parental mental load and decision fatigue, which is exactly the conversation we're trying to lead.* > > *I also really appreciated that you challenged our assumptions rather than simply validating them. The recommendation to use the B2C launch as evidence to support future B2B growth, alongside the emphasis on proving employer willingness to pay through pilots before scaling, felt particularly practical and commercially grounded. > > There were several ideas that genuinely sparked new thinking for us, particularly around employer-funded family wellbeing, phased market entry, and using data to build a stronger commercial case. We'll definitely be taking a number of those recommendations forward as we continue building PARENT.”* Emily Tippett Founder, PARENT ![parent-logo-C_yh4EFx](https://go.practera.com/hs-fs/hubfs/parent-logo-C_yh4EFx.png?width=206&height=110&name=parent-logo-C_yh4EFx.png) 92% of clients would recommend the programme 88% of clients reported improved business insights and decision-making 92% Final reports rated High or Outstanding Quality by Industry Clients ### MEET THE INDUSTRY ENGAGEMENT TEAM --- Connect with us directly below, or email us with any questions at: projects@practera.com ![Screenshot 2026-08-19 at 12.57.12](https://go.practera.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Screenshot%202026-08-19%20at%2012.57.12.png?width=120&height=112&name=Screenshot%202026-08-19%20at%2012.57.12.png "Screenshot 2026-08-19 at 12.57.12") Neil Goldsmith  Industry Partnerships Director [Follow us on LinkedIn](https://www.linkedin.com/in/neil-j-g-12777683/) [Book a call](https://calendly.com/neil-practera/30min) ![1714653570023](https://go.practera.com/hs-fs/hubfs/1714653570023.jpeg?width=112&height=112&name=1714653570023.jpeg "1714653570023") Johanna Andersson Industry Partnerships Coordinator [Follow us on LinkedIn](https://www.linkedin.com/in/johanna-andersson-b67886112/) [Book a call](https://calendly.com/johanna-hyxc/30min?month=2026-01) ![Oliver](https://go.practera.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Oliver.jpeg?width=112&height=112&name=Oliver.jpeg "Oliver") Oliver Knapman Industry Partnerships Coordinator [Follow us on LinkedIn](https://www.linkedin.com/in/oliverknapman/) [Book a call](https://calendar.google.com/calendar/u/0/appointments/schedules/AcZssZ050rfGyTPJ40RP_HCRHRNkAeNtaHE1L-Jl30L6mK59HPOEoBJHC8rBLD5dCqhySXh2HGXIFtCO) ![1761027059341](https://go.practera.com/hs-fs/hubfs/1761027059341.png?width=112&height=112&name=1761027059341.png "1761027059341") Nestlie Son Industry Partnerships Officer [Follow us on LinkedIn](https://www.linkedin.com/in/nestliee-son-rbp-7b7947235/) [Book a call](https://calendly.com/nestlie-practera) ![Lesli Yap](https://go.practera.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Lesli%20Yap.png?width=112&height=112&name=Lesli%20Yap.png "Lesli Yap") Leslie Yap Industry Partnerships Officer [Follow us on LinkedIn](https://www.linkedin.com/in/leslie-yap-6115432a0/) ### JOIN OUR MAILING LIST --- Copyright © 2026 Practera. 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