Foundation

Our Foundation programme provides you with the foundational business skills and knowledge that will enable you to make informed decisions around pursuing entrepreneurship and business as a future pathway. If you like the idea of being a business owner, or you're thinking about getting into business, or just want to have a better understanding of what is involved - the Foundation programme is for you.

Who is the Foundation programme for? 

  • Pasifika and Maori who are thinking about business as a future pathway, or looking to develop their entrepreneurial skills
  • Prior business experience is not required for the Foundation programme

When will the Foundation programme start/end?

Intake 4: TBC

When will the programme run?

Once a week from 9:30am-12:30pm

What kind of things will I learn? 

In the Foundation programme we introduce the basics of business. We cover some of the key steps on how to create a viable business model as follows:

  • Intro to business
  • Setting SMART goals
  • Market research
  • SWOT analysis
  • Customer segmentation
  • Lean business modelling
  • Identifying milestones
  • Networking

By the end of the Foundation programme you will have a basic understanding of business and how to effectively navigate entrepreneurship.

How will it be delivered?

All intakes will be delivered 100% online. This means you can join the programme from anywhere in the motu.

What is the time commitment?  

The Foundation programme will run for 8 weeks.

Who will deliver the programme? 

You will be supported by dedicated facilitators and navigators who will guide you through the programme and offer support along the way.

What support and resources will be provided?

Our unique learning process, means that we take the time to get to know you and your position before co-designing a learning pathway that meets your needs.All participants will have the opportunity to receive:

  • Resources to help improve accessibility of programmes
  • One-on-one pathway planning with a navigator
  • Business mentorship in a group setting
  • Access to a community of past, present and future HATCH entrepreneurs
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