Business Launch Essentials (Age Group 17 – 18)
Course Summary:
Entrepreneurship & Self-Management guides learners through the essential steps of formally launching a business, building operational structure, and developing public-facing confidence. It concludes with an opportunity to showcase their business idea or venture in an expo-style environment. This course is ideal for learners who already have a business idea or plan and are ready to take action.
Learning Objectives
By the end of this course, students will be able to:
- Understand the legal and financial requirements to register a business in South Africa.
- Set up efficient operations and budgeting systems for a startup.
- Develop strategies for customer retention and business growth.
- Deliver persuasive business pitches with clarity and confidence.
- Plan and participate in a business showcase or mini-expo to present their product or service.
Empower Your Teen to Launch With Confidence
This practical self-study course equips Grade 12 learners with essential skills to plan, register, and operate a small business confidently. Through five hands-on modules, they gain real-world knowledge in registration, budgeting, customer retention, pitching, and showcasing their business.
Moreover, the program turns ideas into action before students leave school, fostering initiative and entrepreneurial thinking early on. Designed for high schoolers nearing adulthood, it nurtures responsibility, self-belief, and initiative—essential skills for any chosen future path. Whether learners pursue business, employment, or further studies, these skills provide a strong foundation for success and independence.
