SoCreative Program

Ignite the entrepreneurial spirit of creativity in you

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  • Online
  • In-Person
  • Duration
  • 2 months
  • Format
  • In-person & Online
  • Partner
  • British Council
  • Cost
  • Free

About the Program

Over 30 million jobs are within the creative industry globally. With the booming African creative scene from music and fashion to photography and film, are you ready to turn your creative passion into a thriving business? The ALU x British Council SoCreative Program is designed to train you in starting or growing your creative entrepreneurial venture and form a network that propels you towards success. 

Through a partnership between ALU and the British Council, this program will enhance your understanding of global and African entrepreneurship, tailored to the creative industry. Your course content is curated from top institutions such as Henley Business School (UK), University of the Arts London (UK), Afrinolly(Nigeria) and Belle and Co (South Africa). With the ALU x British Council SoCreative Program, you not only gain essential entrepreneurship skills but also tap into ALU’s extensive networks spanning over 45 countries, opening doors to endless opportunities and connections in the global creative landscape.

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Program Details & Timelines

The ALU x British Council So Creative program is a blended learning format catering to both in-person and online participants. This will utilize the SoCreative Platform, ALU’s Learning Management System, and our campus facility in the Kigali Innovation City. Each cohort will consist of 250 participants who will train over  a 2 months period. Over the course of the program, there will be one weekly in-person session to consolidate and reinforce learning, enhance the learner journey, and create networking opportunities. For those unable to join us in person, worry not! All sessions will be streamed live via audio/visual technology, ensuring online participants have the chance to fully engage with the rest of the group. The final session will be a formal networking event that will connect the participants from the different cohorts and convene business and creative industry leaders and guest speakers.

Cohort

22 of September – 31 of October.

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Why Choose
this Programme?

Whether you’re an aspiring or early stage creative entrepreneur, the ALU x British Council SoCreative Program is for you. This comprehensive program ensures that no aspiring entrepreneur is left behind on their creative journey to success.

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Build essential skills

Whether you're dreaming of launching your own fashion line or producing the next big hit in music, our program is here to equip you with the skills and knowledge you need to thrive. From understanding the intricacies of the African creative economy to honing practical business skills like financial management and branding, you will receive a well-rounded education that prepares you for the challenges and opportunities of entrepreneurship.

Access to Expertise and Resources

Through partnerships with renowned institutions in training creative artists, you will have access to top-notch expertise and resources. Whether it’s learning from real world case studies or receiving mentorship from seasoned entrepreneurs, you will gain a wealth of knowledge to support your entrepreneurial journey.

Flexibility

Whether you are unable to attend in-person sessions due to geographical constraints or other commitments, you will still fully engage with the Program's content and community, ensuring that you are not left behind in your entrepreneurial journey.

Expand Your Network

Join a vibrant community of like-minded entrepreneurs and industry professionals, where collaboration and support are key. Connect with mentors, peers, and experts from around Africa, and tap into ALU’s network spanning 45+ African countries.

Eligibility requirements

  • Young creatives between the ages of 18-35 years
  • Access to stable and reliable internet connection and laptop/computer
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Registration - British Council SoCreative Programme

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The ALU x British Council SoCreative Program is designed to train you in starting or growing your creative entrepreneurial venture and form a network that propels you towards success. This program is for aspiring and early-stage young African entrepreneurs in creative industries like fashion, music, film and photography.


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The deadline for submitting your application is 10th June, 2024.










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