CEI Leadership Programme
Fellows Leadership and Mentoring Program (FLMP)
Leadership mentorship and business development for community entrepreneurs.
Building Resilient Entrepreneurs
The Centre for Entrepreneurship and Innovation follows a holistic approach to entrepreneurship development that focuses on developing the whole entrepreneur rather than only business mechanics.
The Fellows Leadership and Mentoring Program equips entrepreneurs, MSMEs, and freelancers with practical tools to strengthen leadership, improve operational performance, scale market growth, and build sustainable businesses.
The programme integrates entrepreneurial mindset development, opportunity identification, personal leadership, and ecosystem networking to help entrepreneurs thrive in competitive markets.
2,000+
Students Supported
2013
Supporting Entrepreneurs Since
MSME
Business Growth Focus
What the Programme Helps You Build
FLMP supports entrepreneurs with the practical skills and mentoring needed to grow stronger, more resilient businesses.
Leadership Development
Develop a growth mindset and strengthen personal leadership capabilities for long-term business success.
Business Growth
Gain practical strategies to improve operations, supplier readiness, and sustainable enterprise growth.
Financial Skills
Build integrated financial analysis, budgeting, pricing, and business management capabilities.
Mentorship
Access targeted mentoring and entrepreneurial networking opportunities that support real business progress.
Key Practical Workshop Areas
Practical business development workshops designed to strengthen MSMEs and accelerate entrepreneurial growth.
Programme Details
Designed for community small business owners, managing directors, entrepreneurs, and professional freelancers across industries.
Duration
6 Months Business Skills + 4 Months Mentoring
Venue
UWC Innovation Hub
Format
Face-to-face Instruction
Certificate
NQF Level 5 Internal Accredited Certificate
Course Dates
April 2026 & July 2026
Our Sponsors
Sanlam-funded Fellowship Pathway
The UWC Fellowship and Leadership Mentorship Programme, funded by Sanlam, supports emerging entrepreneurs through structured mentorship, leadership development, and business support.
ABSA-funded Fellowship Pathway
The UWC Fellowship and Leadership Mentorship Programme, funded by ABSA, equips entrepreneurs with mentorship, leadership development, and business support for sustainable growth.