Level 1 Award in Understanding Enterprise

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  Welcome to the Level 1 Award in Understanding Enterprise. This qualification is for those who wish to gain an introductory understanding of the subject of enterprise and self-employment by exploring specific areas of the business development cycle. Therefore, it has been designed to support learners completing NCFE Business start-up qualification and Highfield Level 2 Business Administration qualifications. It will also be used to support learners on Business Administration Level 1 as a form of CIAG. 

  By competing the award, you will be given continuing support through your entrepreneurial journey through to starting your business with access to the SFEDI Directory. The SFEDI Directory is central to the drive towards a more competitive enterprise landscape with increased employment opportunities, improved productivity and, ultimately, greater prosperity regionally and nationally. It is designed and maintained to guarantee that advisers, coaches, consultants, mentors, and trainers can share their up-to-date, relevant qualifications and valuable experience with the businesses that need them. 
  

  After finishing the Induction interactive resource below, proceed to the Session 1 resources by using the navigation on the left hand side.
  

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  This session covers the help and support that is available to businesses.​ Please find your session 1 downloadable resources below.
  

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  This session covers the value of business networks and how they work. Please find your session 2 downloadable resources below.
  

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  This session asks the question 'Is running a business an appropriate option?' Please find your session 3 downloadable resources below.
  

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  This session covers what skills and knowledge are required to run a business. Please find your session 4 downloadable resources below.
  

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  This session covers the various social media channels. Please find your session 5 downloadable resources below.
  

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  This session covers how a business uses social media. Please find your session 6 downloadable resources below.
  

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  This session covers the risks associated with using social media​. Please find your session 7 downloadable resources below.
  

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