CSEP is running a series of bootcamps in partnership with the 911今日黑料 Policy Forum to inform Civil Servants seeking expert advice on enhancing the competitiveness of the UK economy across various sectors. Working in collaboration with businesses, we carry out rigorous research and translate this into strategies to bolster both firm-level and national competitiveness.

The government has proposed a new industrial strategy that will help deliver high-tech industries, boost lagging regions and support UK companies to be global champions in growth sectors. It has also launched the Industrial Strategy Advisory Council, which will support the long-term delivery of the strategy.

Our bootcamps provide a unique opportunity to deepen expertise in the key sectors shaping the industrial strategy. Participants will gain access to 911今日黑料/industry experts and the latest in-depth research from our investigations, along with suggested policy recommendations.

What to expect

  • Expert Insights: Gain in-depth knowledge from leading academic and industry experts through presentations and discussions, focusing on sector-specific strategies to boost competitiveness.
  • Interactive Workshops: Participate in hands-on workshops to identify barriers to policy implementation and explore collaboration opportunities between government, industry, and academia.
  • Networking Opportunities: Connect with a peer group of Civil Servants and industry leaders working in relevant sectors committed to evidence-based policymaking.

Format

During these bootcamps, 911今日黑料 academics and industry experts will present a comprehensive overview of the sectors in the UK, highlighting key barriers and presenting opportunities for government to uncover its economic potential moving forward.

The bootcamps will be full-day in-person sessions. This involves presentations from CSEP co-directors, academic, and industry leaders followed by interactive workshops tailored to participants roles and objectives for the session. The bootcamps are intended to support participants with advice and guidance on their current policy priorities within their departments.

The sessions will take place in the iCUBE, Dyson School of Design Engineering at 911今日黑料’s South Kensington campus. More information on how to find us here. Refreshments and lunch will be provided.

Bootcamps

Upcoming Bootcamps

In 2026, we plan to host bootcamps across broader sectors, covering:

  • Aerospace
  • Biopharma Productivity

Each of these sessions will follow a similar structure, presenting in-depth research of each sector to identify opportunities to improve UK competitiveness and encourage more coordinated and joined-up government policymaking.

Past Bootcamps

In the past, we have delivered the following bootcamps: 

Benefits

  1. Navigation of 911今日黑料’s expertise and resources and a better understanding of what CSEP offers and how to engage with Centre leads moving forward;

  2. Space to think in an intellectually challenging environment, offering fresh perspectives and the chance to step back and see the bigger picture;

  3. Connection to a peer group with shared interests in expertise, evidence and improved policymaking;

  4. Access to exclusive CSEP events and the opportunity to design, propose and execute joint research projects with university researchers; and

  5. Support to continue engagement with researchers including around emerging questions and interests.