Entrepreneurship in a Digital Age 

Nothing is more important in the new world of work than identifying and capitalising on new and existing market opportunities. During the Entrepreneurship in a Digital Age course, we form an interactive learning community in which we explore, discuss and apply pertinent concepts over ten days. Top experts join as guest speakers, enhancing this process, as we cover inspiring case studies and engage in immersive business experiences to optimise learning.

This course covers the following:

Monday, 22 April – Introduction to South Africa + The Three Economies

Putting our challenges and many opportunities into perspective: problems=solutions=opportunities.
18:00 to 20:00

Wednesday, 24 April – Global Trends

International trends and shifts in the nature of the economic activity.
18:00 to 20:00

Wednesday, 1 May – Entrepreneurship

Introducing entrepreneurship and intrapreneurship as powerful solutions to turn your career (and life) into an adventure.
09:00 to 11:00

Wednesday, 1 May – Innovation in the Experience Economy

Dispelling the myth that business innovation is the domain of only a “special” few, by providing you with tools and strategies to innovate. We introduce you to valuable processes and theories like Value Chain Analysis and the Design Thinking methodology applied in the process of innovation.
13:00 to 15:00

Monday, 6 May – Brand storytelling

Arming you with theoretical knowledge and practical experience in personal and business branding. Imparting and applying the theory of brand storytelling, is critical in finding your personal and professional voice.
6:00 to 8:00

Wednesday, 8 May – Problem Solving Tools

Solving a specific problem for someone or an industry is called innovation. We teach you handy tools to assist you in this fundamental skill and turn you into a problem solver.
18:00 to 20:00

Monday, 14 May  – Demystifying Finances

Demystify the world of personal finances. We highlight the critical and often overlooked link between emotions and finances. You will feel relief as financial planning, budgets and investment processes are simplified. We leave you with a well-researched map and the belief that small steps can lead to big results.
18:00 to 20:00

Date to be announced – Strategic Negotiations

Provide you with a compass to carefully navigate and negotiate the complex relationship with stakeholders in your business.
18:00 to 20:00

Date to be announced – Building your brand through photography

18:00 to 20:00

Mode: Lectures, immersive business experiences and action learning projects.

Assessment: 
Small group and individual assessments, presentation.

Accreditation received: Adventure Institute Certificate

Who is this course for?

This course is for school leavers, students, employees, entrepreneurs and managers that would like to advance their careers. We undergo a journey where you will find or discover your passion and enthusiasm to activate your career into an adventure!

Speakers:

Boshoff Grobler
Boshoff has been a corporate entrepreneur for over twenty years, building new businesses within the largest listed financial services group on the African continent. Boshoff is also a social and spiritual entrepreneur, having established businesses in the hospitality, outdoor adventure and ministries sectors. He is a preacher, public speaker, writer, coach and consultant and loves encouraging others to be the change the world needs. 

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Francois Nel
Francois’s career spanning 30 years includes positions held in listed and unlisted companies, government departments, statutory organisations, as well as corporations both locally and internationally. Francois has worked in finance, accounting, financial and general management while also founding new entrepreneurial ventures in the outdoor and adventure industry. He is currently dedicated to unlocking the socio-economic benefits of the outdoor recreation industry by promoting entrepreneurship in Southern Africa.

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