10K Women 9 Syllabus
Full curriculum breakdown — modules, lessons, estimated time, and outcomes.
Overview: This 9-week course is designed for women entrepreneurs launching or growing early-stage ventures. The curriculum emphasizes practical skills, peer learning, and real-world application. Each module blends actionable lessons with community engagement, requiring approximately 3-5 hours per week. Participants will build a foundational business plan, develop marketing strategies, and connect with mentorship networks to support long-term growth.
Module 1: Launch Your Vision
Estimated time: 6 hours
- Defining your mission and values
- Identifying target customers and market gaps
- Validating your business idea through feedback
Module 2: Build Your Foundation
Estimated time: 9 hours
- Creating a lean business model canvas
- Setting up legal structure and financial tracking
- Understanding cash flow and pricing strategies
Module 3: Grow Your Impact
Estimated time: 6 hours
- Designing customer-centric products or services
- Using social media and storytelling for brand growth
- Measuring performance and iterating quickly
Module 4: Scale with Support
Estimated time: 6 hours
- Accessing funding and grant opportunities
- Building partnerships and networks
- Leading with resilience and purpose
Module 5: Peer Learning and Mentorship
Estimated time: 3 hours
- Engaging in peer feedback circles
- Connecting with mentorship networks
- Building community support systems
Module 6: Final Project
Estimated time: 6 hours
- Deliverable 1: Complete business model canvas
- Deliverable 2: Marketing and growth strategy plan
- Deliverable 3: Personal leadership and scaling roadmap
Prerequisites
- Interest in starting or growing a small business
- Basic internet and digital literacy
- Openness to peer collaboration and feedback
What You'll Be Able to Do After
- Develop a scalable business model aligned with your vision and market needs
- Apply foundational financial literacy to manage cash flow and pricing
- Create effective digital marketing strategies using storytelling
- Strengthen leadership presence and decision-making as a woman entrepreneur
- Access mentorship and support networks for sustainable growth