Programmes

Poutama Ako Steps to Success Programme

Overview

Unlock your potential with our 'Poutama Ako' programme tailored for adult job seekers. This transformative course is crafted to empower individuals on their journey towards meaningful employment or further study, combining practical skills with cultural responsiveness and innovation.

Key Pathways:

Mohio pāpāho (Be a creator)

Create podcasts, interviews, short films social media and vlogs. Learn how to be media savvy.

Tūao hapori (Be connected)

Gain a sense of social responsibility and community while getting valuable practical experience.

Hinonga hapori (Be a boss)

Start your own business, from writing a business plan to marketing to customers.

He Kaitiaki (Be a kaitiaki)

Learn gardening and growing vegetables, and work on a collab project building a sustainable tiny home from natural materials.

Prerequisites: None, just a willingness to learn!

Course Format: Practical and hands-on activities facilitated by a mentor.

Digital Literacy for Small Business Success

Overview

Small business owner who wants to take your business to the next level? Level up your business with essential digital skills using free Google apps and other key tools. This 30 hour course is designed for small business owners looking to enhance efficiency, collaboration, and online presence.

Key Modules:

Google Apps Essentials:

Learn how to navigate around the integratged Google Apps to set up your Google Drive, access Docs, Sheets, and Slides.

2. Google Meet:

Learn how you can conduct virtual meetings and connect with customers using Google Meet.

3. Online Presence Management:

Use Google's Business Profile Manager to manage how your business shows up on Google Maps and Search, respond to reviews and keep your details up-to-date.

4. Google Sheets:

Learn how to:

create formulae
create invoices
track expenses
create budgets
create customer lists

5. Google Sites:

Build a low-cost website for your business with Google Sites and set up a business email address.

6. Google Calendar:

Using Google Calendar to manage your customer's jobs.

7. YouTube:

How to use YouTube to market your products/services and engage with your audience.

8. Google Forms:

Create feedback and conduct surveys to ensure customer satisfaction.

9. Ad Centre:

Learn to create and manage effective online advertising campaigns for your business.

10 Social media and Canva

Learn how to create content using Canva to promote your business or sell products online using social media.

Prerequisites: Basic computer skills, internet access and a Google account (a Gmail account).

Course Format: Online classes with hands-on exercises, video tutorials, and real-world business scenarios.

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