Entrepreneurship

Module One: Getting Started
Course Objectives
 
Module Two: Decide on The Type Of Business
Is It Feasible?
What Are Your Interests?
Do You Have the Experience?
Are You an Expert In The Field?
Case Study
Module Two: Review Questions
 
Module Three: What Is The Market/Competition Like?
Is the Venture Lucrative?
Is There Competition?
How Can You Set Yourself Apart from The Competition?
How Is the Customer Prospect?
Case Study
Module Three: Review Questions
 
Module Four: Basics of Starting A Business
Decide on A Name
Legal Structure Of Business
Register the Business
Choose A Location
Hire An Accountant
Case Study
Module Four: Review Questions
 
Module Five: Create A Business Plan
What Should Be Included In The Business Plan?
Gather Documentation
Develop Business Plan Outline
Draft Business Plan
Case Study
Module Five: Review Questions
 
Module Six: Get Financing
Contact Organizations For Guidance
Decide the Type Of Financing
Shop Around
What to Do Once Approved
Case Study
Module Six: Review Questions
 
Module Seven: Hire Employees
Develop Job Description(S)
Advertise Positions
Interview Candidates
Select Candidates
Case Study
Module Seven: Review Questions
 
Module Eight: Training Employees
Teach Company Culture
Implement Actual Training for The Position
Provide Feedback
Offer Additional Training, If Necessary
Case Study
Module Eight: Review Questions
 
Module Nine: Market The Business
Traditional Marketing
Create A Website
Social Media
Networking Groups
Case Study
Module Nine: Review Questions
 
Module Ten: Run The Business
Procurement
Sell! Sell! Sell!
How To Manage Cash Flow
Budgeting
Case Study
Module Ten: Review Questions
 
Module Eleven: Grow the Business
Offer More Products / Services
Open Another Location
Franchise Opportunities
Scoring Large Contracts
Case Study
Module Eleven: Review Questions
 
Module Twelve: Wrapping Up
Words from The Wise
Recommended Reading