The Barbados Academy for Young Entrepeneurs
Barbados Academy for Young Entrepreneurs
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“Greatness is not a godlike feature that only some people possess, it is something that truly exist in all of us.� Will Smith The Think Big theme is a huge part of our foundation. We believe that children have the ability to think beyond social standards and their imagination and innovation is a priceless treasure. Many adults are unhappy with their lifestyle and are constantly battling financially. Most people raise a family earn a living and then they die not adding value or meaning to life. And then there are people who are running towards their dream, they understand that life has a special meaning. Our dream is to show children that their dreams are possible. BAYE is passionate about building confidence in children, and encouraging them to Think Big!
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The Barbados Academy for Young Entrepreneurs provides a fun, engaging 10 week learning program that encourages kids ages 8-12, to be creative and confident. Ideas are tested for their viability and simple business plans are developed, pitched and supported. All Profits made throughout the program will be donated to the Pillar Foundation charity.
Children will 1)
Conceive, develop and run a micro-business
2)
Develop financial and business literacy skills
3)
Demonstrate an understanding of challenges faced by
underprivileged children of the world and in Barbados
4)
Learn how to program and code a computer
5)
Continue to apply and grow their passion for creativity,
innovation and social entrepreneurship
The Course Children will gain knowledge that will last a lifetime. We teach children how to add value to the world, through their interests and show them how they can use their interests to make a positive social impact. Financial Literacy Our focus on financial literacy will also help children to understand how this is one of the major foundations of monetary success. We make this a priority at the this stage, as many adults show a lack of financial literacy in the region and around the world. Computer Programming “Everybody in this country should know how to program a computer, it teaches you how to think. �- Steve Jobs. If you want to become a teacher, build a house, become a doctor, work in agriculture or be an entertainer; all of these things have been turned upside down by technology. We depend on technology to communicate, and the majority of the population doesn’t know how to code. Whether you want to make a lot of money or change the world, programming is an empowering skill to learn.
MODULES 1.
Problem Solving - The purpose of entrepreneurship, how to program a computer and why, adding value to the world
2.
Who we help - Why ? Who ? Adding Value to the world, social impact
3.
How to Reach People - Channels, Mediums
4. How to keep customers - Advertising, marketing, aesthetics 5.
Resources & Checklist - What we need - Who we need - Things to do - What can go wrong
6.
Financial literacy
7.
30 second Pitch Challenge - Think of business ideas and try to pitch them in 30 seconds
THE PROGRAM Week 1
Modules 1 & 2
Week 2
Modules 3 & 4
Week 3
Module 5
Week 4
Module 6
Week 5
Module 7
Week 6
Writing a business plan
Week 7
Business Development
Week 8
Business development & Operation
Week 9
Business Operation
Week 10
Graduation / Certificate / Graduation
THANK YOU! To learn more about BAYE and leading a brighter future, check out our website at www.baye.com. Or, follow us on twitter @BAYE.
Barbados Academy for Young Entrepreneurs