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UCT Start and Manage a Small Business | Short course


Registrations close: 20 September 2013
Course begins: 30 September 2013
Course fee:

R9,000



 7 hours per week

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The course in a nutshell:

  • 9-week part-time short course presented online throughout South Africa
  • Learn how you can start and run a small business in South Africa
  • Learn about each stage of business establishment and management, from conceptualising a new business idea to selling your first product or service and growing your enterprise sustainably
  • Results in a Certificate in Starting and Managing a Small Business from the University of Cape Town

Course modules:

Module 1    Introduction to the small business environment
Module 2    Identifying new business opportunities
Module 3    The legal environment
Module 4    Business planning
Module 5    Financing decisions
Module 6    Financial management
Module 7    Human resources
Module 8    Effective marketing for small businesses
Module 9    Management and growth

Who should attend this course?

This course has been designed for both current and prospective business owners and entrepreneurs. While prospective owners will benefit from the essential practical knowledge required for planning and starting a new business, new and existing business owners will benefit from the in-depth knowledge gained regarding business best practices and requirements in business structuring, applicable South African policies, financial management, general management, leadership, HR, labour law, contract law and marketing.

For more details, please contact:

Contact person: Liam
Telephone: +27 (0)21 447 7565
Email: liam@getsmarter.co.za




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