Business Planning Essentials

Overview

We'll help you to define your project priorities, the needs of beneficiaries or the 'target market' and the tools and resources you'll need to turn your ideas into a reality. So don’t delay! Take your first step today…

On the road to success, a Business Plan is your Sat-Nav!

Who is it for?

On the road from great idea to new enterprise, the hardest steps are the first ones. Who will use your service or product? How will you tell them about it? Will you need a loan or grant funding? This course is suitable for anyone with an idea for a project or enterprise that wants to know what's involved in putting a business plan together, and how it can help you achieve your goals.

Learning Outcomes

We'll help you to define your project priorities, the needs of beneficiaries or the 'target market' and the structures, processes and resources required to turn your vision into a reality.

We’ll also help you to:

Understand the the rationale for business planning

Identify your priorities and desired outcomes

Identify the essential ingredients of a business plan

Understand the types of business plan model available to you

The Pathways project is here to help you take those first steps with confidence. After our Business Planning First Steps workshop you will have a clearer idea of the road ahead and will begin to answer some of these crucial questions.

What can I expect on the day?

As well as excellent trainers, you will meet and share inspiration with fellow travellers and perhaps make a connection that helps you on your way to success.

How much does it cost?

It’s totally free!

Do I qualify?

Yes - it’s open to everybody!