Entrepreneurship Skills Programme

L2 Level 2
8 June 2026 — 26 June 2026
One Canal Parade

About this course

Are you ready to take your side hustle to the next level, or turn a business idea into a viable venture?

This fully funded programme offers a unique opportunity to do exactly that. Delivered in partnership with industry leaders, it provides tailored mentoring by matching you with an experienced professional from your sector, alongside practical workshops designed to equip you with the skills and confidence to succeed. You will also have the opportunity to refine your pitching skills, explore potential funding routes, and develop a business plan that is ready for real-world application.

The Entrepreneurship Programme is a three-week, full-time course designed for aspiring entrepreneurs, early-stage business owners, and individuals looking to bring a business idea to life in a structured and supportive environment.

Throughout the programme, you will develop practical, in-demand skills across key areas including digital tools, finance, legislation, customer care, and business planning. Participants will also gain nationally recognised qualifications:

ILM Level 2 Award in Leadership and Team Skills 
AgoredCymru Level 2 Unit: Computerised Accounts 
AgoredCymru Level 2 Unit: Managing a Budget 

The programme combines hands-on workshops, expert guest speakers, and real-world compliance training to ensure you are fully prepared to launch and manage your business. Dedicated business plan workshops will guide you through every stage of development, ensuring you leave with a clear and achievable roadmap.

A key feature of the programme is the final business plan presentation, where you will pitch your idea to a panel of industry professionals. This provides valuable feedback, the opportunity to expand your network, and potential access to further support and funding opportunities.

If you are serious about starting or developing a business, this programme provides the knowledge, support, and connections to help you move forward with confidence.

What you will study

This course is delivered at our City Centre Campus from 9.30am – 4pm, Monday to Friday for three weeks.

Qualifications 

  • ILM Level 2 Award in Leadership and Team Skills

  • AgoredCymru Level 2 Unit:Computerised Accounts

  • AgoredCymru Level 2 Unit:Managing a Budget

Soft Skills 

  • Financial Compliance

  • Excellence in Customer Care

  • Developing a business plan with aworkshop day

  • A chance to meet and network with guest speakers from several areas of Industry

  • Pitching techniques

  • An opportunity to present your business plan to an expert panel for feedback

Application process: Once you have submitted your application, a member of the team will be in touch to invite you to submita 200–500-word “Elevator Pitch” of their business and to confirm your written ability will meet qualification Awarding Body standards.

Entry requirements

You are eligible for this course if:

  • You are aged 19 or over
  • You can attend all sessions
  • You are interested in launching a business (must already have a business idea)
  • You are not currently enrolled on a funded course with CAVC

Important points

  • The College welcomes contact with parents/guardians of students who are under 18.
  • Additional support is available for students with learning difficulties and disabilities.
  • Cardiff and Vale College is committed to inclusion and values diversity. We are determined to promote equality of opportunity and to treat everyone fairly and with respect.
  • Cardiff and Vale College reserves the right to make changes to this course without prior notice.
  • Course fees are subject to change. Your fee will be confirmed prior to enrolment.
  • All courses are accurate at the time of upload or print.
  • Courses can only run if there are sufficient numbers
  • Please note, if you choose three or more course choices, then you may be referred for a careers appointment first. This does not apply to A Level or GCSE choices.
Key information

Start date

8 June 2026

End date

26 June 2026

Time of day

Day Time

Location

One Canal Parade
Maps & directions

Course code

CSEP2P04
L2

Qualification

Entrepreneurship Skills Programme

Locations

One Canal Parade
One Canal Parade

One Canal Parade,
Dumballs Road,
Cardiff,
CF10 5BF