Certified Youth Entrepreneur (CYE) Program

The Certified Youth Entrepreneur (CYE) Program is a hands-on entrepreneurship certification program that equips youth with the knowledge, practical experience, and confidence to start, manage, and grow a successful business. Through project-based learning, mentorship, and real-world business experiences, participants complete each step of the entrepreneurial journey while building a business of their own.

  • Module 1: Entrepreneurial Mindset
  • Module 2: Discovering Business Opportunities
  • Module 3: Business Planning
  • Module 4: Branding & Marketing
  • Module 5: Financial Management
  • Module 6: Sales & Customer Experience
  • Module 7: Technology for Entrepreneurs
  • Module 8: Leadership & Business Operations
  • Module 9: Business Growth
  • Module 10: Business Launch

Certification Requirements

To earn the Certified Youth Entrepreneur credential, participants must:

  • Complete all workshop modules.
  • Develop a complete business plan.
  • Create a business budget.
  • Design a brand identity.
  • Deliver a professional business pitch.
  • Participate in a community marketplace or business showcase.
  • Demonstrate financial literacy and entrepreneurship competencies.
  • Successfully complete the program assessment.

Capstone Project

Each participant launches a business by creating a complete business portfolio that includes:

  • Business Plan
  • Mission & Vision Statement
  • Marketing Plan
  • Startup Budget
  • Financial Projections
  • Logo and Branding Kit
  • Sales Strategy
  • Elevator Pitch
  • Business Presentation

Program Outcomes

Upon completion of the Certified Youth Entrepreneur Program, participants will be able to:

  • Identify and evaluate business opportunities.
  • Develop and launch a business.
  • Manage business finances responsibly.
  • Market products and services effectively.
  • Demonstrate professionalism and ethical leadership.
  • Present a compelling business pitch.
  • Build the confidence to pursue entrepreneurship as a pathway to economic independence and generational wealth.

Participants who successfully complete all requirements receive the Certified Youth Entrepreneur (CYE) certificate, recognizing their achievement and readiness to pursue business ownership and entrepreneurial leadership.

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