Entrepreneur Business Start Up – Intensive

Stop dreaming and start planning.
Do you have a brilliant idea for a product or service but feel overwhelmed by where to start? Perhaps you are seeking a career change that offers the freedom of being your own boss, but the "business side" feels like a maze of jargon.

Our Entrepreneur Business Start-Up is the perfect launch pad for your ambitions. This isn't just a lecture on business theory; it is a course designed to give your ideas an "anchor." We use plain, real-world language to demystify the world of start-ups, helping you transition from a "thinker" to a "doer." Whether you are aiming for a full-time enterprise or a steady "side-hustle," this course will provide the tools to evaluate your idea’s potential and guide you through the first essential steps.

What will we cover?

· Create a Clear Business Idea and Simple Business Plan: Learn how to turn your ideas into a practical business concept, set clear goals, and develop a simple step-by-step plan for success.

· Understand How to Promote and Sell Your Product or Service: Discover effective and affordable ways to market your business, attract customers, and increase sales with confidence.

· Confidently Present and Explain Your Business Idea: Build the skills to clearly communicate your business vision, explain your products or services, and pitch your ideas professionally.

· Understand the Basic Legal Steps to Start a Business: Gain knowledge of the key legal requirements for starting a business.

· Develop Essential Financial Management Skills: Learn how to read and understand financial statements, prepare and monitor cash flow forecasts, calculate margin and mark up, and apply effective pricing strategies to support business growth and profitability.

· Build a Strong Brand and Attract Customers: Learn how to create a memorable brand identity, connect with your target audience, and build customer trust and loyalty.



Course Outcome: You won’t just leave with a notebook full of ideas; you will leave with a 3-Point Launch Plan and a draft business plan in your hand. You will have the clarity to know if your idea is ready to go and the confidence to take the next steps. You will be able to interpret basic financial statements, prepare cash flow forecasts, calculate pricing structures, apply effective pricing strategies, and use financial planning tools to support the successful launch and management of a start-up business.

Who is this aimed at? This course is specifically designed for beginners and those in the early stages of developing a business idea. It is perfect for anyone considering self-employment but looking for a clear, practical starting point.

Skills & Requirements:
? Communication: Basic spoken and written English skills are required to engage in group discussions and begin drafting your plan.

? Numeracy: Basic maths skills are needed to support the introductory budgeting and financial planning sections.

? Organisation: A willingness to organise your thoughts and set clear, actionable goals.

? Qualifications: No prior business experience or qualifications are necessary.

Please bring a notebook, pen, and calculator to your lessons.

You can book directly on to this class by simply clicking the ‘Add to Basket’ button and accessing our online booking process.



For further information or queries. please contact enrol@suttoncollege.ac.uk or call 020 8289 4700.



If you are unsure of your next steps for education, employment or career choices our Advice Service can help. Contact advice@suttoncollege.ac.uk

Learners who wish to further develop their knowledge and skills in business finance may progress onto the Association of Accounting Technicians AAT Level 1 Bookkeeping qualification, which provides a strong foundation in bookkeeping principles and financial processes.