Fundamentals of Entrepreneurship
Introduction
Creating a new scalable venture is a challenging and complex task. The road to entrepreneurial success is long, winding and strewn with pitfalls, obstacles and blind turns. The risks of starting a new business are high, as illustrated by the high failure rates for new ventures. However, as is always the case, the rewards, both financial and personal, are commensurate with the risk.
Course Objectives
- Help participants understand the process, challenges, risks and rewards of starting up a new scalable venture
- Equip them with the tools required to start their own business
- Improve their chances of successfully starting their own business
Participants will learn how to:
- Generate and assess scalable business ideas
- Develop creative problem-solving skills required in entrepreneurial businesses
- Create a business model canvas and business plan
- Analyze market opportunities
- Develop a business model and competitive strategy
- Form and work successfully in a team
- Make a professional investor presentation
