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Business Plans

This webinar is designed to help participants understand how to create a solid business plan. A business plan is like a roadmap that guides you in starting or growing your business. By the end, you’ll know how to put together a plan that’s useful for you and impressive to potential investors.

2 CPD units 31 January 2025 1 presenter

What will set you apart

By completing this course you will gain the following competencies

  • The essential parts of a business plan and why they matter.
  • How to set clear goals and financial targets.
  • Ways to understand your market, customers, and competitors.
  • Simple tips to manage risks and stay flexible when things change.
  • How to make a business plan that looks professional and communicates well.

Event breakdown

  • An introduction to business planning and why it’s important.
  • Key sections: summary, business description, market research, team, and goals.
  • Basics of budgeting and setting financial goals.
  • Finding and reaching your customers and setting up a sales approach.
  • Looking at possible risks and how to prepare for them.
  • Open discussion and a quick exercise to start your own business plan.
Category: Financial ReportingType: CPD CourseCPD category: Financial Reporting

Description

This webinar provides a clear, step-by-step guide to creating a business plan, making the process simple and manageable. We’ll start by breaking down each part of a business plan so you can understand what’s needed and why each section is important. From defining what your business does, who it serves, and what makes it unique to outlining financial goals and setting up a budget, we’ll cover it all.   Through real-life examples and practical tips, you’ll see how to create a plan that’s not only detailed but also realistic and achievable. This session aims to equip you with tools and templates you can use immediately, helping you turn your ideas into an organized plan. Whether you’re just starting out or looking to grow, you’ll leave this webinar with the confidence to create a solid business plan, ready to share with investors, partners, or your own team. 

Presenters

Leana van der Merwe

Leana van der Merwe — Leana van der Merwe is a Chartered Accountant and Registered Auditor with over 18 years of experience in business accounting, audit and corporate governance. A former Audit Director and professional-body Technical and Standards Executive, she has guided more than 14,000 professionals through complex regulatory matters. Leana also serves on the PAFA Technical Advisory Group, the IFAC Anti-Money Laundering Committee and the IFRS Foundation SME Implementation Group.

You will earn a certificate

On successful completion you will receive a certificate for 2 CPD units in Financial Reporting.

Requirements

  • Laptop, desktop, or mobile device with internet access
  • Microsoft Edge, Google Chrome, Safari, or Firefox browser