SWA Peer to Peer Learning (All Tracks) The aim of the P2P sessions is to foster a collaborative learning environment where founders can share experiences, challenges, and solutions, enhancing their business acumen and problem-solving skills through mutual support and collective wisdom. 32 Members already started this course 0% Course overview The modules Launch Session 1 Session 3 View module Grow Session 1 Session 3 View module Scale Session 1 Session 3 View module Case Study - All Tracks Session 2 - Case Study 1 Session 4 View module
Technical Residency in Capetown These sessions were held for the Grow and Scale Track at AESIS but they are also accessible to the Launch Track. 4 Members already started this course 0% Course overview The modules Workshops Expanding into other markets Scaling Operations Communications View module
SWA Masterclasses (All Tracks) The masterclasses address the foundational aspects of investment readiness, pinpointing three pivotal topics derived from our extensive experience. Each session is designed to impart crucial knowledge and practical skills, ensuring startups are well-equipped for their funding journey. They aim to provide founders strategic insights and tools necessary to navigate the investment landscape. 26 Members already started this course 0% Course overview The modules Introduction to Fundraising Introduction to Venture Capital Valuation Pitch training View module Investor Readiness Webinars Alternative funding strategies for women led startups Mechanics of the Fundraise: Exploring Non-Traditional Funding Options Financial Modelling and Forecasting Preparing for Investor Due Diligence and (TBC) Choosing the Right Investor & How to Negotiate Market Sizing and Competitive Placement View module Technical Sessions Sales Finance Scaling HR Legal View module
Start your business (Launch) The ‘Start your business’ course is aimed at founders who are in the phase of developing ideas and testing product-market fit. The first module focuses on how to build a great team, the second module on the environment you operate in and the third module discusses the importance of knowing your target market. 63 Members already started this course 0% Course overview The modules Build a great team Finding a co-founder Investor expectations around co-founders Structuring relations with your co-founder Building a complementary team Beyond salary: Remuneration options View module Know the target market Define your target market in ten steps Measure the value of your target market Get to know your customer View module Product development Product development cycle explained Design thinking Lean Startup methodology View module Understand the external environment Assessing the competitive landscape Managing political and regulatory risk Understanding market risk View module
Grow your business (Grow) The course on ‘Grow your business’ is for startup founders who are looking to scale their operations when they are getting traction for their product or service. One module breaks down the different types of business models to consider, and the other module focuses on ways to build traction and grow the customer base. 41 Members already started this course 0% Course overview The modules Deconstruct the business model The Business Model Canvas An overview of different business models Reasons startups fail and the pivot View module Marketing and business development How to make sound business development decisions How to expand to other geographic markets How to expand to other industries View module Strategic partnerships Building successful corporate partnerships How to do B2B sales The importance of mentors and advisors View module Build traction Structuring growth and traction Tips for building traction Growth hacking your way to success View module
Finance your business (Scale) The ‘Finance your business’ course is aimed at entrepreneurs who are looking to raise external capital. In the first module you will learn how to structure your business’ financials, contracts, and other legalities. The second module unpacks how to fundraise successfully. 12 Members already started this course 0% Course overview The modules Prepare financials, contracts and legal The investment process Valuations Financial projections Financial projections - Eight tips View module Fundraise for the business Into the mind of the equity investor Debt versus equity Types of capital providers View module Pitch your business De-risking your startup How to prepare investor pitch deck Tips on presenting in public Questions to expect from investors View module