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New Venture Creation

An NQF Level 4 entrepreneurship qualification that equips aspiring entrepreneurs to establish, manage and grow a sustainable small or medium-sized business.

About the course

An NQF Level 4 entrepreneurship qualification that equips aspiring entrepreneurs to establish, manage and grow a sustainable small or medium-sized business. Delivered via asynchronous online modules and readings with synchronous mentorship, practical workshops, and structured workplace practice via an AI-powered LMS, this programme requires a commitment of 15–30 hours per week of study. This is a nationally recognised qualification registered with the Quality Council for Trades and Occupations (QCTO/SAQA) under SAQA ID 66249. The curriculum is structured to prepare you directly for the industry.

Duration and Program Structure

Duration & Intensity

12 Months of self-paced learning.
Required effort: 15–30 hours per week.

Cohort Info

Max Seats: 20 seats per cohort.
Format: 100% Online online lectures & practical labs.

Accreditation & Certificate

SAQA ID: 66249 (NQF Level 4).
Further Education and Training Certificate: New Venture Creation

Credits Breakdown

Total: 149 credits

  • • Knowledge modules: 53 Credits
  • • Practical modules: 56 Credits
  • • Work experience: 40 Credits

Programme Curriculum

Phase 1: Knowledge (1–4)Entrepreneurship Foundations
  • Entrepreneurial mindset and innovation
  • Business opportunity identification
  • Business planning and models
  • Market research
  • Business ethics and sustainability
Phase 2: Practical (5–8)Building the Business
  • Marketing and sales
  • Financial management and budgeting
  • Business operations and procurement
  • Legal and regulatory compliance
  • Human resource management
  • Digital business and e-commerce
Phase 3: Work Experience (9–12)Business Project
  • Conduct a market survey
  • Develop a complete business plan
  • Register a simulated or real business
  • Create a marketing campaign
  • Prepare financial projections
  • Pitch to investors and compile a Portfolio of Evidence (PoE)

Skills You'll Gain

Opportunity Identification

Identify and evaluate viable business opportunities.

Business Planning

Develop business models and business plans.

Marketing & Sales

Market products and services and drive sales.

Financial Management

Manage start-up funding, budgeting and cash flow.

Digital Business

Use e-commerce, CRM and digital marketing tools.

Business Growth

Scale and sustain a profitable enterprise.

Career Outcomes

Entrepreneur
Small Business Owner
Startup Founder
Business Development Officer
Franchise Operator
Applications close in:16:05:20
11 lessons
12 Months duration
90 students enrolled
Level: Foundational
SAQA ID: 66249
NQF Level: 4
Total: 149 credits
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