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One-Week Online Startup Course

Who Is This Course For?

This course is perfect for students, recent graduates, and young individuals setting up their business and don’t know where to start and/or for anyone who is simply just exploring the idea.

Our dynamic One- week Online Startup Course covers:

  • Day 1: Introduction to Entrepreneurship

    Overview: 

    • Understanding the fundamentals of entrepreneurship. 
    • Exploring the entrepreneurial mindset and the journey from idea to business. 

    Key Learning Objectives: 

    • Define entrepreneurship and its importance. 
    • Identify personal strengths and weaknesses as an entrepreneur. 
    • Understand the different types of businesses and business models. 

    Activities: 

    • Watch introductory videos on successful African entrepreneurs. 
    • Participate in a self-assessment quiz to evaluate entrepreneurial traits. 
    • Group discussion on why entrepreneurship is crucial in Africa.
  • Day 2: Research and Business Planning

    Overview: 

    • Conducting market research and crafting a comprehensive business plan. 
    • Learning how to gather and analyze relevant data to make informed business decisions. 

    Key Learning Objectives: 

    • Understand the components of a market analysis. 
    • Learn to identify target markets and customer segments. 
    • Develop a basic business plan template. 

    Activities: 

    • Conduct a mock market research project for a hypothetical product. 
    • Create a business plan outline based on market research findings. 
    • Interactive webinar on business planning tools and resources. 
  • Day 3: Building a Value Proposition, Branding, and Creating an Identity

    Overview: 

    • Crafting a compelling value proposition. 
    • Building a strong brand and business identity that resonates with the target market. 

    Key Learning Objectives: 

    • Define what a value proposition is and its importance. 
    • Learn the elements of effective branding. 
    • Understand the steps to create a business identity. 

    Activities: 

    • Workshop on creating a value proposition statement. 
    • Case studies on successful African brands. 
    • Branding exercise to develop a logo and tagline for your startup.
  • Day 4: Identifying and Developing a Unique Selling Proposition (USP)

    Overview: 

    • Differentiating your business in the market. 
    • Identifying what makes your product or service unique. 

    Key Learning Objectives: 

    • Understand the concept of a Unique Selling Proposition (USP). 
    • Learn how to identify and articulate your USP. 
    • Analyze competitors to find gaps and opportunities. 

    Activities: 

    • Competitor analysis exercise. 
    • Develop and refine your startup’s USP. 
    • Peer review sessions to provide feedback on each other’s USPs. 
  • Day 5: Money Management, Budgeting, and Finance

    Overview: 

    • Managing finances effectively for your startup. 
    • Understanding budgeting, financial forecasting, and funding options. 

    Key Learning Objectives: 

    • Learn basic financial terminology and concepts. 
    • Create a simple budget and financial forecast. 
    • Explore different sources of funding and investment for startups. 

    Activities: 

    • Financial planning workshop. 
    • Budgeting exercise for a startup scenario. 
    • Webinar on funding opportunities for African startups. 
  • Day 6: Formal Registration & Set-Up, Legalities & Insurance

    Overview: 

    • Navigating the legal requirements for starting a business. 
    • Understanding the importance of insurance and other formalities. 

    Key Learning Objectives: 

    • Learn the steps to formally register a business in your country. 
    • Understand the legal considerations and compliance requirements. 
    • Explore different types of business insurance. 

    Activities: 

    • Interactive session with a legal expert on business registration. 
    • Create a checklist for business setup and legal compliance. 
    • Group discussion on insurance needs for different types of businesses. 

     

  • Day 7: Social Media Marketing, Promotion & Launch

    Overview: 

    • Leveraging social media for marketing and promotion. 
    • Planning and executing a successful business launch. 

    Key Learning Objectives: 

    • Understand the basics of social media marketing. 
    • Learn strategies for creating engaging content. 
    • Develop a launch plan for your startup. 

    Activities: 

    • Social media marketing strategy workshop. 
    • Create a content calendar for your business launch. 
    • Live Q&A session with a digital marketing expert. 

Conclusion and Certification: 

  • Upon completing the course, participants will receive a certificate of completion. 
  • Follow-up resources and mentorship opportunities will be provided to help participants continue their entrepreneurial journey. 

Additional Notes: 

  • Each day’s session will be a combination of live webinars, interactive workshops, and self-paced activities. 
  • Participants will have access to a dedicated online platform for course materials, discussions, and networking. 
  • Regular feedback and support will be provided by instructors and mentors. 

Why Choose Our Course? Covers everything from identifying business opportunities, starting a business with no capital, to helping you set up a sustainable business. 

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