CUT | Entrepreneurial Matriculant of the Year Competition

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Sounds like something you would like to do?

First, are you eligible?

Current Grade 12 learners

How does it work

Keep this criteria in mind as you put together a written proposal:

Is there a need for this business?
Clearly identify the target market for your idea.
Make sure we can see your business is unique and innovative.
Identify your key activities and resources for the value proposition.
Demonstrate the value of the business for the customer.
Demonstrate the operational aspects of the business idea.
Demonstrate your drive to make the business work.
Show your financial projections for the business. Include your important costs inherent to the business model and how you will generate enough income to be sustainable.

The submission of your idea:

Impress the judges with your idea, the research you have done, your business sense and the potential you see for it. You will submit a 3-page written proposal.
Submission closing date will be communicated to registered learners.

Competition procedures

Entries can be submitted by completing the entry form below.
All entries will be reviewed by an expert adjudication panel.
50 qualifying entries will be selected and provided with training to refine their business plans in preparation for the final presentation.
Applications are accepted from individuals or groups up to a maximum of 5 participants per group.
The closing date of the competition 12 April 2024.

The outcome of the competition will be communicated to selected entrants only. Should you not hear from us by 20 May 2024, please accept that your application has been unsuccessful.

Competition is open

Complete the form below:

Personal details

Name and Surname

ID/Passport number

Gender

E-mail

Cellphone number

Province

Your Grade

Your School Name

How did you hear about the competition?

Competition details

Title of business venture

Provide a short description of the problem you identified in the market and your solution via the product / service you want to deliver.

Describe the characteristics of your main 2 target markets and motivate why you choose them. Remember you need to show the fit between your product / service and the target market).

Describe the value you going to deliver to your customers and show what is unique in your value delivery process compared to your competitors.

Give an idea of the buildings and equipment you need (capital goods) as well as the main day to day activities as well as long term activity planning.

List your different income streams and the amounts per month or per year as well as the costs for the same timeframe.

Do you have additional participants in your group? If yes, Add: Name, e-mail, cell nr and school.