Startup Training
Startup training program
From the very first idea
to a running enterprise.
Our comprehensive Startup Training Program equips aspiring entrepreneurs with essential business
acumen and the practical tools they need to successfully establish and manage a business.
acumen and the practical tools they need to successfully establish and manage a business.
Program objectives
Fundamental knowledge in business planning, market research and financial management.
Practical skills in business models, marketing strategy and customer acquisition.
Understanding of legal requirements, compliance and ethics in entrepreneurship.
Networking with industry professionals and potential mentors.
Practical skills in business models, marketing strategy and customer acquisition.
Understanding of legal requirements, compliance and ethics in entrepreneurship.
Networking with industry professionals and potential mentors.
Expected outcomes
Improved start-up success rates through stronger entrepreneurial competencies
Increased confidence navigating the challenges new entrepreneurs face.
A supportive network for collaboration among program graduates.
A pipeline of viable business concepts ready for investment or incubation.
Increased confidence navigating the challenges new entrepreneurs face.
A supportive network for collaboration among program graduates.
A pipeline of viable business concepts ready for investment or incubation.
Who the program is for
Aspiring entrepreneurs from diverse backgrounds in the early stages of their ventures individuals passionate about turning innovative ideas into sustainable businesses.
Our training partners
We collaborate with industry experts, successful entrepreneurs, financial institutions, government agencies and venture capital firms to enhance our training and open doors to funding and mentorship after the program.
How the pathway works
What the journey looks like.
Application & screening
Confirm you meet the eligibility criteria and have a short conversation with our team about your idea or existing business.
Enterprise deployment
Structure the enterprise, launch or restructure trading operations and present your plan to facilitators and peers.
Discovery & idea validation
Personal discovery sessions, market research and validation exercises that turn an ambition into a defined business concept
Mentoring, network & funding
Join the Entrepreneurs’ Network, get paired with a mentor and access the Masterpiece Cooperative for financial empowerment.
Core business training
Business planning, financial management, business models, marketing strategy, customer acquisition, and legal compliance.
Monitoring & follow-up
We track your progress through the life span of the program and keep supporting the business after graduation.
Before you apply
Eligibility checklist
Every applicant is screened against the criteria below. Tick all seven and you are ready to apply for the next cohort.
– Above 18 years of age.
– Able to read and write without assistance.
– Available for all required training sessions.
– Ready to join the Entrepreneurs’ Network and pay necessary dues.
– Ready to be monitored through the life span of the program.
– A valid form of identification.
– Has started a business, or is ready to start immediately after training.
– Able to read and write without assistance.
– Available for all required training sessions.
– Ready to join the Entrepreneurs’ Network and pay necessary dues.
– Ready to be monitored through the life span of the program.
– A valid form of identification.
– Has started a business, or is ready to start immediately after training.
Next steps
Send us a message with your business idea, or call the office directly. We will confirm your eligibility and share the dates for the upcoming cohort.
