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Business Start up

Level 2 certificate

Abdullahi Abdi

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The purpose of the course is to introduce the key principles awareness to anyone interested in, or thinking about starting their own business and asses the skills required to be self- employed.

The course is made up to 10 units of study, 4 are mandatory and you can choose from up to 6 options. To achieve the whole award you need to have completed all the mandatory units and have studied optional units so that you have completed 15 credits.

Course Aims

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By the end of course the learner will have developed a range of skills and time commitment required

know the key financial aspects of starting a business will be aware of main legal implications of owning a businesswill have a working knowledge of what is involved in marketing and how social media can help market your business.

Learning goals

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Anyone thinking about starting their own business.

Who is the course for?

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As there is a large amount of written work, it is desirable that learner

Do I need any knowledge, skills or qualifications?

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As there is a large amount of written work, it is desirable that learners can demonstrate a level I standard of written English, have numeracy skills to be able to undertake basic financial calculations and basic ICT skills to access online material and update learning log. Learners will also need to have complete aspects of their work.

Do I need any knowledge, skills or qualifications?

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Yes, learners will be able to work towards an accredited level 2 first steps to enterprise qualification or ‘pick and mix’ from ten modules aimed at different stages of setting up, running and growing a business.

Will gain qualifications?

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Through tutor input, hand outs, group discussions, individual work and practical activities. You will also have access to learning materials outside of lessons so you can work at your own pace.Assessment is by demonstrating that you have gained the skills and knowledge, you will be required to compile a portfolio of evidence including a business development log.

How will I learn?

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• Starting your own business• Allocation of a business mentor to offer one

to one support• Progression to other courses such as team

leading, Customer Service or Computerised Accounts.

What could this course lead to?

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A lined A4 notebook, a pen and a bucketful of enthusiasm!

What materials or equipment will I need to provide?

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To get the most from this course it is preferable for you to have an idea of the business you would like to start.

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