Duration:

15 Days

Entry Requirements:

NQF Level 2 (Grade 9)
Prior Knowledge Recognition

Mode of Learning:

Face to Face only

Course Fees:

Registration fee: R580
Per Month: R850

Course Description

This qualification is designed for individuals who wish to start, manage, and grow their own businesses within the Small, Medium and Micro Enterprise (SMME) sector.
The programme equips learners with the foundational entrepreneurial knowledge, practical skills, and business understanding required to identify opportunities, develop business ideas, and operate sustainable ventures.
Assessment is conducted within the context of the learner’s own business or a simulated venture, ensuring that learning is practical, relevant, and directly applicable.
This qualification also serves as a foundation for further studies in entrepreneurship and business management.

Learning Outcomes

Learners completing this qualification will be able to:

  • Identify and develop viable business opportunities
  • Conduct basic market and industry analysis
  • Manage finances and cash flow of a small business
  • Develop and implement a business plan
  • Market and sell products or services
  • Operate and manage a small enterprise effectively

Career Opportunities

Qualifying learners can:

  • Start and manage their own business
  • Operate as self-employed entrepreneurs
  • Participate in SMME development programmes
  • Access government and private sector opportunities
    • Manage finances
    • Create business innovation

Progression Opportunities

Horizontal Articulation

  • National Certificate in Business Administration Services (Level 2)
  • National Certificate in Call Centre Support (Level 2)

Vertical Articulation

  • National Certificate in Management (Level 3)
  • National Certificate in Business Administration (Level 3)
  • Entrepreneurial Business Manager (NQF Level 4)