New Venture Creation Skills Programme | 32 Credits at NQF Level 2

Teacher

J. J. Wigley

Categories

SkillsLink Academy

R12,000.00

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Duration: 12 Weeks

Course Format: Blended Learning via SkillsLink Academy LMS

Course Overview: The New Venture Creation Skills Programme is designed to equip aspiring entrepreneurs with the essential skills and knowledge needed to successfully start, manage, and sustain a small business. This programme is tailored for individuals eager to turn their business ideas into reality, focusing on practical application and real-world business management techniques. By the end of the course, learners will have developed a comprehensive business plan for their intended venture, which will be their final assessment project. This business plan, a key component of the programme, is valued higher than the cost of the course itself, providing immediate return on investment through the actionable blueprint it offers.

Programme Highlights:

Practical Application: Learners engage in hands-on assignments across key business areas, including financial management, marketing, customer service, and operations.
Real-World Business Plan: The culmination of the course is the development of a detailed business plan tailored to each learner’s unique business idea. This business plan is not only a critical learning tool but also a valuable asset that can be used to secure funding and guide business operations.
Blended Learning Approach: Combining online modules and interactive sessions with mentors, this programme ensures a flexible learning experience accessible to all, regardless of geographic location.
Mentorship Support: Throughout the course, learners receive guidance from experienced business mentors who provide personalized feedback and support.

Course Modules:

Introduction to Entrepreneurship: Understanding the entrepreneurial mindset, identifying business opportunities, and assessing market viability.
Calculations and Pricing: Learning to calculate costs, set competitive prices, and manage profitability.
Basic Bookkeeping: Developing fundamental bookkeeping skills to maintain financial records and prepare financial statements.
Marketing Project: Creating and implementing a marketing plan to promote a selected product or service.
Customer Service: Mastering customer service skills to build strong customer relationships and foster business growth.

Final Assignment: Comprehensive Business Plan As the capstone project, learners will integrate all their learning into a comprehensive business plan. This plan will include an executive summary, market analysis, financial projections, and a marketing strategy, among other essential components. The business plan serves as a practical guide for launching and managing a business and is designed to be of greater value than the course fees alone.

Who Should Enroll: This programme is ideal for aspiring entrepreneurs, small business owners, and individuals looking to gain a solid foundation in business management. Whether you have a business idea you wish to develop or an existing business you want to expand, this course provides the tools and knowledge needed for success.