Gateway Qualification: Level 1 Award in Exploring Enterprise

Course Overview

Unlock your entrepreneurial potential with this engaging and practical course designed for those with little to no experience in business or small enterprises. If you’ve ever dreamed of starting your own business but didn’t know where to begin, this is your perfect starting point!

Throughout this exciting journey, you’ll uncover the essential skills and traits of successful entrepreneurs, while reflecting on your own entrepreneurial potential. You’ll not only learn what it takes to thrive in the world of business but also have the opportunity to explore and refine your own business idea.

 

From brainstorming creative concepts to assessing the strength and viability of your idea, this hands-on course will guide you step by step through the entrepreneurial process. You’ll dive into practical elements like risk analysis, branding strategies, pricing, understanding your target audience, and crafting effective promotional techniques. By the end, you’ll have a clear vision of your business’s potential and a roadmap for success.

Whether you’re nurturing a spark of an idea or just curious about entrepreneurship, this course is your launchpad to building something extraordinary!

 

There are no formal entry requirements for this course, just a passion to succeed and work hard. 

This course is ideal for ESOL, SEN and adult learners. It allows you to gain confidence in your academic abilities while gaining employability skills alongside the programme.  

This course will also benefit adults who are wanting to upskill, pick up a new skill, or are unemployed and looking for a change of career. 

  • Exploring Entrepreneurship 
  • Exploring and Presenting Enterprise Ideas 

This course is delivered face-to-face. You will study 3 hours per week over 16 weeks.

You will be assessed via a portfolio of evidence which will include a business plan. 

This qualification links to the national occupational standards for business enterprise and will provide some underpinning knowledge and practical skills that will support progression to a relevant business qualification such as the level 2 extended certificate in business, or it can be used as a basis for a business plan which could be utilised for self-employment purposes.  

If you have any questions about the course, get in touch with our Programme Leader or complete your details in the form below:

  • Programme leader contact: Dawn McLean 

Most people are eligible to access this course completely FREE of charge. Whether you’re looking to change careers, upskill, or simply explore a new passion, this is your chance to do it without financial barriers.

Don’t let cost hold you back—check your eligibility today by completing your details in the form below and take the first step toward an exciting new journey.

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