The University of Cape Town (UCT) is offering entrepreneurship training at a steeply discounted price. The Raymond Ackerman Academy of Entrepreneurial Development is requesting applications for the six month course. Applications close on the 30 May 2014. The academy describes itself as follows:
The Raymond Ackerman Academy of Entrepreneurial Development is a post matric level Academy that offers an inspiring and innovative programme in entrepreneurship for young people between the ages of 18 and 30. The programme is offered to young people who are passionate about business and personal development (and learning more about these topics) but who struggle to do so due to financial, academic and social challenges.
The programme consists of modules in business skills and personal development. This includes:
- Innovation, business idea development and testing
- HR, marketing, strategy, cost accounting and operations
- Business numeracy and English business literacy
- Workshops on time management, presentation skills, career readiness and professionalism
- Entrepreneurial showcases and guest speakers
Successful graduates will receive a UCT short course certificate
The programme cost if R 1950-00 for six months. The organisers indicate that the usual cost of such a programme is R 20 000-00.
The application form is available for download below. Please click the link below to open up the application form in PDF.
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The video below provides an introduction to the Academy.
Good day,
I am interested in doing a renown entrepreneurship short course. I work full time and interested in doing some sort of skills sharpening. Could you assist with places or forums I can have a look at?
regards,
Leonard
Hi Leonard. If you are based in Johannesburg, I would highly recommend Seed Academy.
I would love to do entrepreneurship course, I’m a full time employee, but I’m free on weekends. .
Hi Elton,
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