Discover the Journey of Micro-MBA
Empowering Entrepreneurs Since 1987
Explore the rich history and transformative impact of Micro-MBA, a pioneer in practical business education.
Our Evolution Over the Years
Since its inception in Cape Town, Micro-MBA has been at the forefront of empowering entrepreneurs through innovative education.
1987
Foundation in Cape Town
Micro-MBA was established, laying the groundwork for a new era in accessible business education.
1992
First Major Expansion
Expanded our reach beyond South Africa, impacting entrepreneurs in neighboring countries.
1996
Introduction of the 8-Module Program
Launched a comprehensive program designed to cater to traders, producers, and service providers.
2000
Re-launched "One-Up Business Training as Micro-MBA (Managing Business Activities)
Previous nickname (“Township MBA”) no longer sounded cute or applicable to high-school or university graduates!
2015-17
International Expansion
Micro-MBA introduced by running Trainers’ courses in Cape Verde, D.R.C., Bolgatanga (Ghana) Guatemala City (for traiers from 9 Latin American countries).
2020
Digital Transformation
Introduced the Biz-Calc App, revolutionizing how entrepreneurs manage their businesses, as well as enabling implimenting organisations to privide objective data about their clients to sponsors.
2025
Re-launch as single Workbook
This significant relaunch has simplified the organisation of training courses – as well as reducing cost-of-materials by nearly 60%
Micro-MBA offers a hands-on, practical approach to business education, ensuring that essential concepts are accessible to everyone, regardless of their educational background. Our 8-module program empowers participants to create effective business plans, understand pricing strategies, and master financial management, all through engaging, real-world applications.
Explore Our 8-Module Program
Module 1: MARKET INVESTIGATION
Before you start your business, you must be confident about
1. What you are going to be selling.
2. Who will buy your service or product? (What is your target-market?)
3. Where will you run your business?
4. How will people learn about your business?
Module 2: BUSINESS CALCULATIONS
Learn to use a simple 8-digit calculator to do all the calculations that yoiu need in your business,
OR
Do all your calculations, keep your cash-flow records and communicate with your business mentor from your android cellphone, via WhatsApp, using the Micro-MBA Biz-Calc App.
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