Who Will Benefit
The program is suited for homebased solo-preneurs and small business owners that are considering growing or pivoting their business.
Topics covered in the program include:
Product Expansion
Validation
New Customer
Acquisition
Evaluation
and Planning
Program Structure
Scale Up Essentials is online and consists of 40 hours of material and mentorship delivered over a six-week period. Coursework can be completed on your own time while meeting weekly deadlines that move your business forward.

Each learner is matched with a leading industry mentor and has access to a business coach. The practical coursework and corresponding homework advance a business expansion idea each week, and culminate in a working business model for scaling a venture.

Learning requirements: To earn a Certificate of Completion, participants must attentively complete all 6 modules and a business scaling plan by the stated deadlines.
Cost and Start Date

Length: 6 weeks

Program Dates: April 20, 2021 – May 25, 2021

Course Format: 6 weekly virtual instructor led sessions,
modules and independent research

Tuition: $299.00

Material Cost: Free thanks to the RBC Foundation

Access to Scale Up Investment Dollars
Learners who successfully complete the program may be eligible to compete for Scale Up Investment thanks to the RBC Foundation.
The Entrepreneur Development Centre at Medicine Hat College prepares students and recent graduates from all programs for the future of work. The inclusive blended learning experiences give learners hands-on experience, immersive industry networks and entrepreneurship theory. 
Have A Business Idea?
The Start Up Company eight-week program from Medicine Hat College is designed to help you turn an idea into a viable business venture.



A special thank you to RBC, a founding partner of the MHC Entrepreneur Development Centre and committed supporter of preparing students for the Future of Work though entrepreneurship.
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