NEIS is a Commonwealth Government funded program that assists unemployed people into self-employment. NEIS is administered by the Federal Department of Education, Employment and Workplace Relations (DEEWR). RMIT has been awarded a contract with DEEWR to deliver NEIS programs in Melbourne (City) and Bundoora.

NEIS aims to assist people to create viable small businesses by offering training and mentor support to eligible members of the community. RMIT Business plays a major role in this process by providing practical training and expert business mentors.