10K Women Fra 4 Syllabus

Overview: This 10-week course is designed for women entrepreneurs seeking to build foundational business skills in financial literacy, strategic planning, and venture growth. With a structured curriculum and real-world case studies, learners will spend approximately 3-5 hours per week engaging with practical content, culminating in a final business plan. Total time commitment is around 30-40 hours.

Module 1: Foundations of Women's Entrepreneurship

Estimated time: 6 hours

• Defining women-led ventures
• Understanding systemic barriers for women entrepreneurs
• Exploring personal motivations and entrepreneurial identity
• Case studies of successful women founders

Module 2: Financial Literacy and Planning

Estimated time: 9 hours

• Reading and interpreting financial statements
• Budgeting fundamentals for startups
• Managing cash flow effectively
• Basics of taxation and regulatory compliance

Module 3: Business Growth and Scaling

Estimated time: 9 hours

• Conducting market analysis and identifying customer segments
• Strategies for customer acquisition and retention
• Designing scalable business operations
• Building strategic partnerships and networks

Module 4: Funding and Investment Readiness

Estimated time: 6 hours

• Understanding types of funding: grants, loans, and equity
• Preparing a compelling investor pitch deck
• Negotiating funding terms and valuations

Module 5: Navigating Challenges in Women's Entrepreneurship

Estimated time: 6 hours

• Identifying common challenges faced by women entrepreneurs
• Developing resilience and confidence in leadership
• Strategies for balancing business and personal demands

Module 6: Final Project

Estimated time: 10 hours

• Develop a complete business plan incorporating course concepts
• Create a financial projection model
• Deliver a 5-minute investor pitch presentation

Prerequisites

• Basic understanding of business concepts
• Access to a computer and reliable internet
• Interest in launching or growing a business venture

What You'll Be Able to Do After

• Develop essential financial literacy skills for managing a business
• Create and execute a scalable business plan
• Access capital and funding opportunities with confidence
• Pitch business ideas effectively to investors and stakeholders
• Navigate challenges specific to women in entrepreneurship