JA of Central Ontario Program- Company Program Student registration for Company Program for 2010- 2011 click here Volunteer registration for Company Program for 2010- 2011 click here Please register as an independent volunteer for placement in your closest, most convenient program. Company Program: A Student Venture empowers high school students to experience the risks and rewards of entrepreneurship by creating their own company. Through a fast paced experiential learning process, students will sell shares to raise capital, elect an executive, create and carry out a business plan, develop a budget, market and sell their product or service, develop a website and will liquidate their company at the conclusion of the program. The day-to-day operations of this program are guided by committed mentors from the business community. This exciting program is designed for two different delivery experiences. The program can be delivered in-class to students in grades 10-12 over a twelve-week period or as the comprehensive extracurricular program including students from grades 9-12 over an 18-24 week venture. Three Key Components of Company Program Planning: with the help of the business volunteer, students will familiarize themselves with the program while setting goals and visions for their company; conduct market research to determine a short list of possible products or services; evaluate and select the product or service; determine roles and responsibilities for each member; announce management elections; write company by-laws; apply for incorporation and work to create a business plan (4-6 sessions) Conducting Operations: students formulate a board of directors; outline parliamentary procedures; approve the business plan; prepare and operate the company; source materials/outline service schedules; proceed through production and sales activities; monitor the company's day-to-day operations and prepare for liquidation of assets (6-10 sessions). Wrapping Up: students wrap-up the operation of their company by liquidating the assets; prepare a final report for all shareholders; pay-out dividend cheques; hold a final board meeting and end with a discussion and evaluation of their venture experience (2-4 sessions). Student Benefits Develops entrepreneurship, critical thinking, workforce readiness and life skills through hands-on experiential learning Provides a solid understanding of how businesses are developed, organized, managed and operated Introduces the importance of social responsibility in business Imparts an understanding of teamwork and responsibility Provides opportunities to win local and national scholarship award Volunteer Benefits Enhances your company profile in the community as a responsible corporate citizen. Offers a professional and personal development opportunity. Educates students about careers in your industry sector. Provides positive role models and mentors for youth. For more information contact Mark Teeple, Company Program Manager at 416-360-5252 x224