Transform your venture into a market-ready enterprise
The Youth Entrepreneurial Development Programme (YEDP) is a practical online entrepreneurship development and business incubation programme designed by the School of Enterprise Management, Ibadan Business School, to equip young people with the knowledge, skills, systems, and support required to build successful and sustainable businesses.
Do you have a business idea, a side hustle, a skill-based venture, or an existing small business? YEDP provides the practical entrepreneurial training, mentorship, business advisory support, and enterprise development guidance needed to transform your venture into a structured, market-ready, and growth-oriented enterprise.
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- Duration: 6 Months (per level)
- Format: 100% Online | Flexible
- Age: 18 – 40 Years
- Fee: ₦50,000 per Module / Level
- Certification: Optional (Attendance/Completion/Distinction)
- Monthly Cohort Intake – Register anytime
Why YEDP?
Bridging the gap between raw ideas and structured business successNigeria has one of the largest youth populations in Africa, with millions of young people actively engaged in entrepreneurship, self-employment, informal enterprises, digital businesses, vocational services, agriculture, and creative ventures. However, many entrepreneurs struggle with:
- Lack of business structure
- Poor financial management
- Weak marketing strategies
- Limited business knowledge
- Regulatory and compliance challenges
- Inadequate record keeping
- Limited access to mentorship & business support
What is YEDP?
YEDP is a 6-month online enterprise development and business incubation programme for young and emerging entrepreneurs aged 18–40 years. The programme combines:
- Interactive Online Learning (IBS-YEDP LMS)
- Enterprise Incubation
- Mentoring
- Business Advisory Support
- Business Clinics
- Practical Assignments
- Peer Learning
- Sector-Based Case Studies
- Digital Enterprise Exposure
- Business Pitch Presentations
Who Should Apply?
- Aspiring Entrepreneurs
- Existing Business Owners
- Side Hustle Operators
- Freelancers & Skilled Professionals
- Informal Business Operators
- Digital Entrepreneurs & Creatives
Age Requirement
18 – 40 Years
Industries Covered
- Agriculture & Agro-Processing
- Food, Catering & Hospitality
- Fashion, Beauty & Personal Care
- Retail, Wholesale & Distribution
- ICT, Digital & Online Services
- Education & Training
- Construction, Real Estate & Facility
- Transport, Logistics & Auto Services
- Creative & Media Businesses
What Will You Learn?
26 Practical Modules covering every pillar of enterprise success- Business Idea Conception, Nurturing, Development and Registration
- Business Proposal Development, Packaging and Presentation
- Enterprise Feasibility Diagnosis and Appraisal (Part One: Market, Operations and Finance)
- Enterprise Feasibility Diagnosis and Appraisal (Part Two: Technology, Environment, Legal and Sustainability)
- Business Principles, Ethics, Values and Corporate Governance
- Enterprise Schedule Planning and Workplan Development
- Procurement Planning and Management of Goods and Supplies
- Strategic Negotiation Skills for Entrepreneurs and Enterprise Managers
- Enterprise Contract Agreement Drafting, Administration, and Execution
- Enterprise Operation Legal Counselling and Advisory
- Enterprise Staffing, Performance Audit, and Reward System
- Business Inputs Cost Analysis versus Revenue and Profitability Analysis
- Financial Prudence and Discipline for Entrepreneurs
- Enterprise Financial Records Maintenance and Regulatory Compliances
- Business Grants, Credit, Loan Sourcing and Management
- Results-Driven Marketing Strategies
- Enterprise Content Creation and Digital Marketing
- Business and Social Networking for Entrepreneurs
- Cutting-Edge Customer Relationship Management
- Continuous Creativity and Innovation in Enterprise
- Enterprise Report Writing Skills
- ICT and Artificial Intelligence (AI) Deployment in Enterprise Management
- Enterprise Risk Forecasting, Mitigation and Management
- Enterprises Merger and Partnership
- Enterprise Succession Planning
- Health Management Tips for Entrepreneurs
Learning Outcome
By the end of the programme, participants will possess the practical knowledge, entrepreneurial mindset, business management skills, financial discipline, legal awareness, marketing capability, and strategic leadership competencies required to start, structure, manage, grow, and sustain successful enterprises in today's competitive business environment.
Free Business Consultation Support
Beyond training, we walk with youFinancial Management & Bookkeeping
Bookkeeping systems, cash flow, POS, tax obligations.
Legal Advisory & Compliance
Business registration, contracts, regulatory compliance.
Business Process Optimization
Customer service, efficiency, documentation & reporting.
Vendor & Recruitment Support
Supplier network, recruitment, job descriptions, screening.
Programme Structure
- Duration: 6 Months
- Start Date: 1st of July
- Format: Online
Programme Fee: ₦50,000 per Module (Level)
Each level (Basic, Intermediate, Advanced) is ₦50,000. Pay as you grow.
Certification (Optional)
Certification is entirely optional and available for participants who wish to obtain formal recognition.
| Certificate Type | Fee | Requirements |
|---|---|---|
| Certificate of Attendance | Free (Digital) | Min. 70% attendance |
| Certificate of Completion | ₦25,000 | 70% attendance + exam score 40%–79% |
| Certificate of Distinction | ₦25,000 | 70% attendance + exam score ≥80% |
Printed Hard Copy Certificate
Participants who require a printed hard copy certificate may request one, subject to:
- A base printing and processing fee of ₦10,000
- Applicable courier and delivery charges based on the participant's location
Note: No degree or M.Sc required. This is practical enterprise development.
Sponsorship Opportunities
Corporate organizations, government institutions, legislators, NGOs, development partners, alumni, and philanthropists are invited to sponsor youths aged 18–40 years to participate in this life-changing entrepreneurship development programme. Sponsor a participant today and contribute to job creation, economic empowerment, and sustainable enterprise development.
Why Enroll in YEDP?
- Identify profitable business opportunities
- Validate ideas before heavy investment
- Structure and formalize your business
- Attract & retain customers
- Manage business finances effectively
- Improve operational efficiency
- Build sustainable business systems
- Access mentorship & advisory support
- Prepare for growth & expansion
- Move from side hustle to sustainable enterprise
Ready to Build Your Enterprise?
Next Cohort: Monthly intake – Register now
100% Online | 2 hours weekly
Register Now → Call/WhatsApp:
09120369645, 09120369647, 09120369651
info@ibadanbusinessschool.ng | ibsyedp@gmail.com