Promoting Entrepreneurship And Agribusiness Development Workshop

INTRODUCTION

The agribusiness sector faces numerous challenges, including a lack of support from both governmental and non-governmental organizations. To address these challenges and revitalize the sector, the "Promoting Entrepreneurship and Agribusiness Development Workshop" combines core entrepreneurship principles with agribusiness strategies. This course is designed to teach participants how to raise, make, and save money while helping others achieve similar goals. By merging the principles of entrepreneurship with agribusiness development, this training aims to foster a thriving agribusiness sector. Participants will gain insights into the relationship between entrepreneurship and agricultural development, learn the basics of business operations, understand factors contributing to business failure, and explore strategies to overcome these challenges. This workshop provides a comprehensive understanding of how entrepreneurship can drive agribusiness success and economic growth.

COURSE OBJECTIVES

By the end of this course, participants will be able to:

• Understand Entrepreneurship and Agriculture Concepts: Learn the relationship between entrepreneurship and agricultural development concepts.
• Master Business Operations: Know the requirements for basic business operations.
• Identify Business Failure Factors: Understand the factors contributing to business failure.
• Implement Strategic Solutions: Learn strategies to overcome business challenges and ensure business success.

DURATION

5 Days

WHO SHOULD ATTEND

This course targets individuals working in finance corporations, government agencies, and non-governmental organizations involved in emergency response and developmental projects. It will benefit business proprietors and representatives from organizations focused on entrepreneurship support and creating a conducive business environment for success.

COURSE OUTLINE

Introduction to Entrepreneurship

• Meaning of entrepreneurship
• Entrepreneurship life cycle
• Concepts of entrepreneurship
• Stakeholders involved in entrepreneurship
• Challenges faced by new entrepreneurs
• Strategies to combat challenges

Introduction to Agribusiness Development

• Meaning of agribusiness
• Concepts of agribusiness
• Agribusiness stakeholders
• Steps of agribusiness enterprise development
• Pros and cons of agribusiness development
• Challenges faced by new agribusiness entrepreneurs
• Strategies to combat challenges
• Developing an agribusiness enterprise

Integration of Entrepreneurship in Agribusiness Development

• Role of entrepreneurship in agribusiness development
• Advantages of integrating entrepreneurship in agribusiness
• Disadvantages and challenges
• Importance of resilience and consistency
• Competitiveness and determination in agribusiness
• Accountability and funding
• Resource allocation for agribusiness development
• Creating opportunities in agribusiness through entrepreneurship

Agribusiness and the Economy

• Role of agribusiness in the economy
• Economic effects of agribusiness
• Advantages and disadvantages of agribusiness in economic development

GENERAL NOTES

• This course is delivered by seasoned trainers with extensive experience in their respective fields. The training includes practical activities, theory, group work, and case studies.
• Participants will receive comprehensive training manuals and additional reference materials.
• Upon successful completion, participants will be awarded a certificate.
• Tailor-made courses are available to meet specific organizational needs. Contact us at training@skillsforafrica.org for more information.
• The training will take place at the Skills for Africa Training Institute in Nairobi, Kenya.
• The training fee includes tuition, materials, lunch, and the training venue. Accommodation and airport transfer can be arranged upon request.
• Payment should be made to our bank account before the start of training, with proof of payment sent to training@skillsforafrica.org.