Short Courses
Rationale for the Programme
The course is a result of the survey instituted by BOCODOL in 2000. Peer Consultants established the need to develop a course in Small Scale Business Management aimed at improving the management skills of persons already in business. The second aim was to offer systematic training to the public who may be interested in starting their own businesses. The course is conducted through distance mode of delivery, thus minimising any disruption of business activities. Learners study while running their businesses. The course outline evolved from in-depth needs analysis by BOCODOL, and broad-based consultation with stakeholders.
Programme Structure
The course comprises ten modules, which are the result of research into the needs of entrepreneurs in Botswana. Each module is a stand-alone unit made up of two topics both with a practical bias. Each module stands independently so as to allow business persons who wish to take a specific one to do so, leading to the attainment of an attendance certificate. On the other hand, those learners who intend to complete the ten modules will be taken through the programme of study leading to the award of a nationally accredited intermediate certificate.
SSBM- Curriculum Structure
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Module Title |
Credit Points |
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Module 1:Starting and keeping the business going Topic 1: What does it mean to be a business man or woman? Topic 2: How feasible is your business idea? |
12 |
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Module 2: Making the business idea real Topic 1:Developing the business idea Topic 2: How feasible is your business idea? |
12 |
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Module 3: Financing your business Topic 1:How much money do I need to start the business? Topic 2: What types of finance are available? |
12 |
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Module 4: Marketing the small business Topic 1: The marketing plan Topic 2: Market research |
12 |
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Module 5: Pricing the product / service Topic 1: Product planning Topic 2: Pricing policy |
12 |
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Module 6: Keeping business records Topic 1: Basic financial records Topic 2: Stock control |
12 |
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Module 7: Selling and the customer Topic 1: Different types of customer Topic 2: Persuading the customer |
12 |
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Module 8: Finding and motivating staff Topic 1: Planning Staff Requirements Topic 2: Caring for your staff |
12 |
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Module 9: Business communication Topic 1: The nature of communication Topic 2: The means of communication in business |
12 |
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Module 10: Business and the Law Topic 1: The law of employment Topic 2: Marketing and the law |
12 |
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Total Credits |
120 |
