Starting a business

Driven by

Objectives

Business Plan and Finances: Develop a comprehensive business plan that includes realistic financial projections.
Market Analysis: Conduct in-depth market research to validate your positioning.
Strategic Networking: Meet with business professionals and expand your network.
Key Skills: Acquire the essential tools to manage, market, and finance your business.

Who are we addressing?

This program is designed for anyone living in Canada who wishes to:

Start an innovative or locally-based business.
Purchase an existing company or take over an organization.
Develop a funding application for financial institutions.
Receive personalized guidance and coaching from experienced professionals.

Admission requirements

If you were born in Quebec :

Large-format birth certificate issued by État civil

and

Proof of health insurance (both sides) or driver’s license (both sides)

If you were born outside Quebec :

Canadian citizenship card or certificate or permanent resident card

and

Large-format birth certificate issued by État civil

and

Certificat de sélection du Québec (CSQ) or Attestation of issuance of CSQ or Notice of assessment for the last 3 years (2020-2021-2022)

Program plan

Program duration and format

Total duration: 240 hours spread over 12 weeks (including workshops, coaching, and independent study).
Frequency: 2 interactive 3-hour workshops per week (Total: 6 hours of class time per week).
Class schedule: Monday through Wednesday, 6:30 PM to 9:30 PM (Schedule tailored for working professionals).
VIP support: One individual coaching session each week with a dedicated entrepreneurship advisor.
Personal work: Approximately 3 hours per week outside of class to make progress on your project.
Platform: 100% online via Microsoft Teams.

Location

Rate

Flat rate: $99 + tax.

Scholarship

At the end of the program, you’ll have a chance to win a $2,500 scholarship.