SFEDI Awards
    Level 2
    QN: 601/4036/7
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    SFEDI Awards Level 2 Certificate In Preparing to Set Up In A New Business

    Official qualification regulated by Ofqual, awarded by SFEDI Awards. Classified as a Vocationally-Related Qualification. Total guided learning hours: 138 hours.

    Qualification Level
    Level 2
    Awarding Body
    SFEDI Awards
    Syllabus Units
    8 Units
    Guided Hours
    138 hrs
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    Course Syllabus & Study Modules

    Complete breakdown of verified curriculum topics and learning objectives.

    1

    Personal Skills and Abilities to Start a Business

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    Key Learning Objectives:
    • Be able to reflect on own interest in starting a business
    • Be able to identify personal development needs in relation to running own business
    • Be able to reflect on the rewards and commitments of running own business
    2

    Principles of Marketing and Selling in a New Business

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    Key Learning Objectives:
    • Understand how to identify and meet customer needs in a new business
    • Understand how to market products or services in a new business
    • Understand how to plan for selling products or services
    3

    Understand How to Plan for a New Business

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    Key Learning Objectives:
    • Understand the factors to be considered when planning to start a business
    • Know the layout and purpose of a business plan
    • Know how to get information, help and advice when planning a business
    4

    Understanding Business Relationships in a New Business

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    Key Learning Objectives:
    • Understand the importance of business contacts
    • Understand how to build positive business relationships
    5

    Understanding Finance in a Business Context

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    Key Learning Objectives:
    • Understand ways of financing a new business
    • Understand how finance is managed in a business context
    • Know how cash flow is managed in a business<br&#62
    6

    Understanding Negotiation of Deals in a New Business

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    Key Learning Objectives:
    • Understand the importance of negotiation in a new business
    • Understand how to negotiate deals for a business
    7

    Understanding the Challenges and Risks of Starting a New Business

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    Key Learning Objectives:
    • Know why vision and values are important to a new business
    • Understand the potential opportunities and risks in a new business
    8

    Use of AI in Social Media

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    Key Learning Objectives:
    • Understand the role of AI in social media.2.
    • Recognise the benefits and risks of using AI in social media.3.
    • Identify and utilise AI tools for social media management.4.
    • Create and optimise social media content using AI.

    Regulatory & Verification Details

    Qualification Number (QN)
    601/4036/7
    Regulated Status
    Available to learners
    Awarding Body
    SFEDI Awards
    Qualification Type
    Vocationally-Related Qualification
    Operational Start
    Aug 2014