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ASET Certificate in Business Planning

Course Code: AS213

This is the ASET Certificate in Business Planning. This programme is designed for people who wish to gain an understanding of principles and practice of Business Planning. No prior knowledge is required. By studying for this this Certificate you will be able to describe & evaluate your business idea, Carry out market research into your idea, Market your product or service, Compile the financial information required to run a business, Produce a business plan, Identify sources of funding and instigate relevant business controls

Course Content

The course is divided up into four modules, as follows:

Module 1: Planning to succeed

• Personal profiling & self-assessment
• Evaluating your business idea
• Writing a business plan
• Business structures
• Basic accounting requirements

Module 2: Market Research

• Types of Research
• Survey methods
• Questionnaires
• Secondary research
• Market research analysis

Module 3: Effective Marketing

• The marketing cycle
• Marketing plans
• The cost per sale formula
• Target customers
• Business generation
• The Marketing mix
• Product life cycles

Module 4: Finance

• Financial planning & control
• A personal survival budget
• Start up budget
• The meaning of profit
• Direct and fixed costs
• Break even analysis
• Costing & pricing
• Sales forecasting and adjustments
• Cash flow forecasting
• Profit & loss forecasting
• Capital requirements

Course Duration

Students may register at any time and have a full year to complete their studies.

Assessments

The course will take the form of a series of written assignments which are submitted and marked by your tutor. There is no external examination.

Study Method

The course is designed for study by distance learning at home or at work. Students receive a course manual, assignments and study guide plus tutor support by mail or email. You can start at any time and plan your studies over a period of up to one year from the time of registration.

Qualifications

The course leads to the award:

Certificate in Business Planning from ASET [Level 2], ASET (Accreditation Syndicate for Education & Training) is a leading National Awarding Body specialising in providing, quality-assuring and certificating vocational learning programmes.

Course Questions & Answers

What skills are needed to enrol onto this course?

This course does not require any previous skills.

What is included in the cost of my course?

• Studyguide 
• Comprehensive study notes for each element of the course
• Self-assessment activities
• Assignments
• Tutor support
• Assignment marking & feedback
• Accreditation

Do I have to sit an exam?

No. Each module is followed by a written assignment, which is submitted and marked by your tutor. There is no external examination required.

Are there any additional costs?

No, everything you need is included in the price!

What do I do if I still have questions?

Please feel free to use the contact form on this website. A tutor will respond as soon as possible.

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