The Preparation for Business course is designed to equip learners with the essential knowledge, skills, and confidence required to start and manage their own business successfully. It provides a practical foundation for individuals considering self-employment as a career path, offering insights into both opportunities and challenges of running a business.
The course covers key areas such as identifying business ideas, market research, financial planning, and legal requirements. Learners gain an understanding of how to register a business, manage taxes, and comply with regulations. It also explores marketing strategies, customer service, and the use of digital tools to grow and sustain a business. In addition, the course emphasizes the development of entrepreneurial skills including creativity, problem-solving, decision-making, and resilience. Through interactive activities, case studies, and business planning exercises, learners are encouraged to turn their ideas into practical business models.
By the end of the course, participants will have created a personal business action plan and developed the confidence to take the first steps into self-employment. This course is ideal for anyone looking to be their own boss, pursue financial independence, and make a positive contribution to the economy through entrepreneurship.
Our courses are fully online, allowing you to learn anytime, anywhere, at your convenience. This flexibility enables you to enhance your skills and gain new knowledge without disrupting your schedule. We also provide online support and offer one-on-one lectures for personalized guidance, ensuring you receive the best learning experience—even during breaks or holidays.
Entry Requirements
The applicant is expected to have the following:
- 18 years and above
- Speaking, writing and reading English language (no formal English language test is required)
- Valid passport or national identification card
Admission Session
This course is available throughout the year. Meanwhile, each academic session begins every month. For example, if you applied on the 13th of a month and you complete your admission procedure before the end of such month, your academic session begins on the 1st of the following month.
Admission Procedure
Every applicant is required to apply through our online application system (Apply Now). Applicants are advised to provide all required information, documents and pay an application fee. The application fee is £10 regardless of the country of the applicant. The applicant is expected to receive a confirmation email. When the application is received, the admission team will check provided information and documents. Then, the decision will be made and communicated to the applicant. Once the applicant accepts the admission offer, information about the payment, course schedule and other information will be sent.
Course Assessment
There is No assessment for this course.
Fee and Payment Plans
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Live Online: Full payment
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Intensive: 2 installment payments
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Fast Track: 3 installment payments
Course Content
Module 1: Business Idea Development and Market Research
Module 2: Financial Planning and Business Management
Module 3: Marketing, Customer Service, and Growth Strategies
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