Entrepreneur Business Start Up – Introduction Workshop

In this intensive 3-hour workshop, we strip away the complexity and focus on the three pillars of any successful start-up: Is it legal, is it profitable, and who is buying?
By the end of this session, you will:
Stress-Test Your "Big Idea": Define your "Unique Selling Point"—the specific reason customers will choose you over the competition.
Master the Business Plan: Understand why a plan is vital and begin drafting your own using a guided, easy-to-use template.
Navigate the Legal Essentials: A jargon-free breakdown of the "must-knows," including the difference between a Sole Trader and a Limited Company, and when to notify HMRC.
Find Your Ideal Customer: Learn how to identify exactly who is going to buy from you and discover low-cost ways to reach them immediately.
The "Back of an Envelope" Budget: Demystify the numbers by learning the difference between turnover (money coming in) and profit (money you keep).
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 step toward our full business start-up qualification

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.
Your Journey Doesn't End Here!

This taster is just the beginning. Further courses are available to support your journey into self-employment and help you refine your new business. Please speak to your tutor during the session or contact our Leisure & Hobbies Department for more information about progression opportunities and our full-length start up programmes.

Please bring a notebook, pen, and calculator to your first lesson.

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

After completing this course, you can continue with additional classes to support launching your business.

Gain an understanding of how to effectively market and sell your product or service.

Learn the fundamentals of financial management.

Develop the confidence to successfully pitch your business.