Young Sharks is perfect for those who aspire to launch their own business ventures and possess a keen entrepreneurial spirit. Children older than 12 years of age can enroll.
Not at all. We welcome students with or without a business idea. For those who haven’t yet found their idea, we offer abundant resources and guidance to help them explore and develop concepts that align with their interests and talents.
Young Sharks excels in entrepreneurial education with its unique, hands-on methodology. It moves beyond the theoretical focus of traditional programs, plunging students into actual business creation. This approach ensures practical application of business concepts in real-time within the classroom, enabling students to turn ideas into reality in just 12 weeks.
The program also includes 'Done for You' services, handling tasks like logo creation, branding, and website design, so students can focus on strategic business planning.
Furthermore, Young Sharks emphasizes social responsibility and global business insights, equipping students to become mindful leaders in today’s world.
Additionally, access to a network of seasoned business mentors provides invaluable guidance, enhancing the practical, creative, and mentorship-driven experience. This makes Young Sharks a leader in fostering the next generation of entrepreneurs.
Our program is a unique entrepreneurial journey that combines the best aspects of various curricula with a strong emphasis on real-world practicality. Unlike traditional education, we believe in equipping our students not just with theory but with hands-on skills. It's like a mini MBA but with a significant focus on real-world application. Our comprehensive curriculum covers a wide range of essential topics, from sparking innovative business ideas and understanding market dynamics to creating robust business plans, building brand identities and websites, mastering digital marketing, financial management, legal structuring, and embracing social responsibility. What sets us apart is that our students can efficiently cover most of their work in class during their weekly meetings. We also provide practical tools and templates, along with valuable networking opportunities. Our goal is to empower our students to efficiently turn their entrepreneurial visions into reality, making a meaningful impact in the business world.
Our 'Done for You' service is tailored to support students by handling technical aspects of business creation, such as logo design, branding, and website development. This allows students to focus on creative and strategic areas of their business. Understanding the time constraints due to academic responsibilities, this service is key in enabling students to launch their business within the 12-week program timeframe, balancing education with entrepreneurship effectively.
Participation in Young Sharks provides students with practical business experience, a significant edge in college applications. They showcase initiative, creativity, and leadership skills, which are crucial for competitive college admissions.
The Grand Finale is a key highlight of the Young Sharks program, where students confidently pitch their business ideas to industry leaders and potential investors. This event marks the culmination of their hard work. Students are thoroughly prepared with various tools and strategies, ensuring they are well-equipped and stress-free. It's a significant occasion for networking, showcasing skills, and involving parents, symbolizing an important milestone in the child's entrepreneurial journey and take-off.
Children meet two times a week, with one 2-hour session on weekdays and another on the weekend for 2 hours. Currently, we run a 12-week in-person program at Marvin Village Hall, located at 10006 Marvin School Rd, Marvin, NC 28173. This in-person format is designed to provide hands-on experience and facilitate interaction among students. To ensure a personalized learning environment, we limit class sizes to 15 students, promoting active engagement and relationship-building with peers and business mentors.
In response to high demand and to offer greater accessibility, we are actively exploring the addition of an online program format in the coming months, providing flexibility for our students while maintaining the quality of our education."
At Young Sharks, we're committed to delivering a high-quality experience and offer a Satisfaction Guarantee. If you or your child find the program unsatisfactory within the first week of commencement, we will issue a full refund. This guarantee is our assurance to you of a risk-free opportunity to explore the entrepreneurial potential of your child, subject to our terms and conditions. We encourage you to review these terms during the enrollment process for a clear understanding of the refund process and eligibility.