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Our training programs are our identity. All our workshops are tailored, flexible, interactive, and engaging, incorporating user-focused design & hands-on learning methods. Linking learning solutions to performance and business results is at the core of our value proposition. EDI’s training programs follow the UNCTAD EMPRETEC model of entrepreneurship development, a renowned framework designed to unleash entrepreneurial potential and support the growth of SMEs. Our entrepreneurship training is designed for entrepreneurs at different stages and sectors.
Enhance your skills and gain certifications to become a top-tier trainer.
Tailored for both senior leaders and frontline staff, with two distinct versions:
❖ Executive Master Class for Senior Leaders/Management
❖ Regular Classes for Frontline Staff
At EDI, Our training modules are offered in multiple languages: English, Amharic, Afaan Oromoo, Somali, and Tigrigna. Our diverse delivery modes ensure accessibility and convenience, including:
Inspired by the groundbreaking research of David McClelland, our training places a strong emphasis on the behavioral aspects of By cultivating a success-oriented mindset, participants gain the necessary tools to thrive in their entrepreneurial journey.
Immerse yourself in an intensive 48-hour training program spread over six days. This immersive experience provides a comprehensive learning environment to enhance your entrepreneurial outlook and skills.
Our program goes beyond theory, focusing on practical skill development. Participants learn and practice a set of entrepreneurial behaviors that can be applied directly in their daily business activities, ensuring a hands-on and results-driven learning process.
The ETW not only instills confidence and motivation but ignites a transformative spark within participants. By breaking free from the ordinary, individuals are empowered to build thriving and boundary-pushing enterprises.
The ETW directly benefits existing SMEs with a proven track record of business performance, potential entrepreneurs with promising business ideas, and start-up companies with bankable project proposals. Through the individual development achieved during the ETW, we aim to foster SME growth, facilitate linkages with larger enterprises, including transnational corporations, stimulate job creation, attract increased investment, and contribute to regional economic development.
Upon successful completion of the program and fulfillment of training requirements, participants will be awarded a Certificate of Participation. These requirements include full attendance of all sessions and successful completion of assignments throughout the training program.
“The ETW is a dynamic 6-day program meticulously designed for aspiring entrepreneurs, offering a transformative experience aimed at unlocking their full potential.”
The Entrepreneurship Training Workshop (ETW) stands as the cornerstone of our comprehensive training programs, designed to empower and equip aspiring entrepreneurs with the essential competencies and practices needed for success. Rooted in a unique
behavioral approach, ETW focuses on developing specific skills that can be observed, recognized, applied, and acquired in everyday entrepreneurial endeavors. By nurturing participants’ motivation and self-confidence, we bridge the gap between running a business and building a growth-oriented enterprise.
Delivered by a distinguished team of over 50 certified national, master, and international trainers, each with their own entrepreneurial experiences, the ETW offers a transformative learning experience. This intensive 6-day, 48-hour course is available in multiple languages, including Amharic, Afaan Oromoo, Tigrigna, and English, ensuring accessibility and inclusivity.
Our CET focuses on driving transformative shifts in participants' behaviors and We introduce them to the Personal Entrepreneurial Competencies (PECs) and the bold behaviors that have propelled entrepreneurs to success globally.
We have carefully simplified the content of the CET to ensure it resonates with participants, regardless of their literacy levels. Our aim is to make the training accessible, inspiring, and actionable for all.
Drawing from the ETW, our CET adopts an interactive workshop format that prioritizes a hands-on approach grounded in adult learning principles. This ensures participants are actively engaged and able to apply their newfound knowledge immediately.
The CET is designed to be immersive, transformational, and disruptive. Through dynamic elements such as case studies, games, role play, exercises, and experiential sharing, we create an environment that sparks creativity, innovation, and entrepreneurial growth.
Participants who successfully complete the program and meet all training requirements, including full attendance and assignment completion, will be honored with a Certificate of Participation, recognizing their commitment and achievement.
Delivered through interactive workshops, the CET adopts a similar approach to the ETW, providing an immersive and transformative learning environment. Through engaging methods such as case studies, games, role play, exercises, and experiential sharing, we ignite participants’ entrepreneurial spirits and empower them to embrace bold behaviors of successful entrepreneurs.
Upon successful completion of the program and fulfillment of training requirements, participants will receive a well-deserved Certificate of Participation. These requirements include full attendance of all sessions and the successful completion of assignments throughout the two-day training program.
“The Customized Entrepreneurship Training (CET) is a meticulously designed and transformative two-day program that empowers entrepreneurs with limited business experience or low literacy levels to embrace audacious behaviors and unlock their entrepreneurial potential.”
Customized Entrepreneurship Training (CET) is a specialized two-day program tailored for entrepreneurs with low literacy levels or limited business experience. This transformative training is designed to introduce participants to the Personal Entrepreneurial Competencies (PECs) and the associated behaviors that drive success among entrepreneurs worldwide through a condensed behavioral and mindset change program.
Built upon the proven training methodology employed in our flagship Entrepreneurship Training Workshop (ETW), the CET ensures a practical, hands-on, attitudinal, and behavioral change experience grounded in adult learning principles. We prioritize simplicity without compromising the training’s objectives, ensuring it is customized to meet the literacy levels of our participants.
It targets women entrepreneurs with limited business experience or those in the early stages of their ventures.
Besides equipping participants with Personal Entrepreneurial Competencies (PECs), the training focuses on developing the skills necessary to increase their assertiveness in business.
It also addresses the challenges women entrepreneurs often encounter and explores solutions to overcome them.
Customized by the ETW to meet the needs of women entrepreneurs, WET employs a hands-on approach grounded in adult learning principles. This practical, attitudinal, and behavioral change program uses case studies, games, role play, exercises, and experiential sharing to ignite participants' entrepreneurial spirits.
Participants who complete the program and meet all training requirements, including full attendance and assignment completion, will receive a Certificate of Participation.
By joining WET, participants embark on a transformative journey that transcends traditional training programs. Our interactive learning methods challenge conventional thinking, fostering creativity, innovation, and an entrepreneurial mindset. We empower women to overcome barriers, seize opportunities, and thrive in the dynamic world of business.
Upon successful completion of the program and fulfillment of the rigorous training requirements, participants will receive a prestigious Certificate of Participation. This recognition symbolizes their dedication, growth, and accomplishment in embracing entrepreneurship.
Now is the time to unlock your full potential as a woman entrepreneur. Experience the power of WET, where professionalism meets inspiration, transformation, and disruption. Together, let’s redefine the entrepreneurial landscape and celebrate the remarkable achievements of women in business.
Welcome to the Women Entrepreneurship Training (WET), a purposeful and transformative program designed to support and promote entrepreneurship among women. Recognizing the unique challenges women face in owning and running businesses, WET offers a two-day intensive training experience tailored for women entrepreneurs with limited business experience or those in the early stages of their ventures.
At WET, our mission is to equip participants with the essential Personal Entrepreneurial Competencies (PECs) while nurturing their assertiveness in the business realm. We go beyond theoretical knowledge by emphasizing skill development and providing practical tools to enhance participants’ confidence and effectiveness in their entrepreneurial endeavors. By addressing the challenges commonly faced by women entrepreneurs, we foster an environment of shared learning and collaboration, exploring innovative solutions to overcome these obstacles.
Engage in dynamic workshops, hands-on activities, and real-world applications that transcend passive learning. Gain practical insights and agility to navigate the evolving business landscape.
Receive guidance from accomplished entrepreneurs who have conquered similar challenges. Their expertise and stories of success will ignite your passion and push you to dream bigger.
Connect with ambitious young entrepreneurs, collaborate on projects, and build a powerful network. Foster a supportive community for peer learning and lifelong connections.
Develop essential entrepreneurial skills, from idea generation to business planning. Acquire tools and frameworks to transform your ideas into viable ventures. Embrace calculated risk-taking, effective communication, and strategic decision-making.
Showcase your entrepreneurial prowess and refine your business ideas. Present concepts to industry experts, gain valuable feedback, and enhance your strategies. Seize opportunities for growth, confidence building, and refinement.
Receive a prestigious Certificate of Achievement upon successfully completing the YET program. This recognizes your dedication, resilience, and commitment to entrepreneurial excellence, marking your readiness for a transformative entrepreneurial journey.
The Youth Entrepreneurship Training (YET) is an immersive two-day program meticulously designed to empower and inspire the next generation of entrepreneurs. With a perfect blend of professionalism and inspiration, this transformative training experience aims to ignite the entrepreneurial spirit within young participants, equipping them with the skills, mindset, and disruptive thinking necessary to thrive in the dynamic world of business.
Prepare to embark on a journey that transcends traditional boundaries and unlocks your entrepreneurial potential like never before. The YET program goes beyond conventional training methods, offering an interactive and experiential learning environment that challenges participants to explore their creative instincts, embrace innovation, and think outside the box.
Disrupting the ordinary, and empowering the extraordinary