How to Start a Business, Understanding the B-BBEE Basics​

How to Start a Business, Understanding the B-BBEE Basics

This course introduces you to the fundamentals of Broad-Based Black Economic Empowerment (B-BBEE) and its importance for new businesses in South Africa. Learn how B-BBEE affects business operations, compliance requirements, and opportunities for growth. Perfect for entrepreneurs who want to build a strong, compliant business from the start.

Empower your business with B-BBEE knowledge

Gain essential insights into B-BBEE and learn how it can strengthen your business. This course will help you understand compliance requirements, unlock new opportunities, and build a business that supports economic transformation. Perfect for new entrepreneurs aiming to start strong and grow responsibly.

Ready to boost your business with B-BBEE?

  • Understand the basics of B-BBEE compliance
  • Learn how B-BBEE impacts your business growth
  • Discover opportunities for economic empowerment
  • Build a strong foundation for your new venture
  • Support responsible and inclusive business practices

The B-BBEE Act (Broad-Based Black Economic Empowerment Act) aims to promote economic transformation and address historical imbalances in South Africa by encouraging the inclusion of black individuals in the economy. It provides a framework for businesses to contribute to economic empowerment through initiatives in ownership, skills development, employment equity, procurement, and socio-economic development.

Through this course, you will develop a working knowledge of:

  • The historical context and legal foundation of B-BBEE in South Africa
  • The structure and elements of the B-BBEE scorecard (ownership, management control, skills development, etc.)
  • How to implement B-BBEE principles in business strategy and daily operations
  • Compliance procedures and documentation for B-BBEE verification
  • The role of transformation in promoting economic growth and reducing inequality
  • Practical case studies on successful B-BBEE integration

Skills gained after enrollment:

  • Comprehensive Understanding of B-BBEE Policy
  • Interpretation of B-BBEE Codes of Good Practice
  • B-BBEE Compliance and Strategy Development
  • Scorecard Analysis and Implementation
  • Procurement and Supplier Development Insight

Understanding BBBEE is essential for individuals, businesses, and policymakers as it is crucial in promoting economic transformation, equity, and inclusion. It has far-reaching implications for economic development, job creation, poverty reduction, and social cohesion in countries where it is implemented.

Course Content
  • Mastering BBBEE introduction 
  • What is BBBEE and who governs it? 
  • Purpose of the BBBEE codes
  • The different categories or sizes of businesses
 
  • The verification process
  • Completion of a BEE affidavit
  • Elements of BBBEE scorecard
  • Ownership – statement 100
  • Management control – statement 200 
  • Skills development – statement 300 
  • Enterprise and supplier development statement 400 – Part 1
  • Enterprise and supplier development statement 400 – Part 2 
  • Socio-economic development – Statement 500
  • Yes (Youth Employment Services)initiative
  • Non-accredited: Short course only  
  • Duration: 03h 20m
  • Delivery: Classroom/Online/Blended
  • Access Period: 12 Months 
SpecCon Short Course
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