Masterclasses

Watch our live virtual sessions where C3 experts guide you through everything you need to know on blending profit with purpose.

  • Introduction: Ideation to Successful Impact Startup

    Understand the foundations of Impact and Business, including C3 alumni success stories, an overview of C3’s learning journey, as well as key challenges facing the world today.

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  • Module 1: Impact

    In this module, we delve into understanding the impact ecosystem, dissect the theory of change, and master the art of impact measurement to ensure that your startup's mission aligns with meaningful outcomes.

    A) Impact Ecosystem

    Understand the fundamentals of Impact, including the impact entrepreneurship ecosystem and the role of ESG and Impact agendas

    B) Theory of Change

    Understand the importance of building a Theory of Change for purpose-driven enterprises and identify how to construct your own

    C) Impact Measurement

    Understand why Impact Measurement for purpose-driven enterprises is important and how to build your own framework

  • Module 2: Strategy

    Crafting a solid strategy is pivotal. From defining your value proposition to analysing the market, assessing competition, and navigating through product development, this module equips you with the strategic tools essential for success.

    A) Value Proposition

    Understand the importance of a value proposition and mission alignment for an impact-driven company

    B) Market

    Understand the importance of identifying your market size

    C) Competition

    Understand the importance of conducting a competitor and stakeholder analysis

    D) Product Development

    Understand the product development journey and MVP purpose and benefits

  • Module 3: Business

    Understanding the financial landscape is crucial. Learn the art of financial modelling, explore the funding landscape, perfect the skill of pitching, and engage with potential Investors effectively to secure the resources needed for growth.

    A) Financial Modeling

    Recognise the fundamentals of financial modelling and valuation techniques

    B) Funding Landscape

    Understand the funding landscape and options available to impact startups

    C) Pitching

    Identify the formula of a successful pitch

    D) Investor Engagement

    Understand how to identify and approach investors

  • Module 4: Governance

    Effective governance sets the stage for sustainable impact. In this module, discover the nuances of Board engagement and how to be recognised as a social enterprise.

    A) Board Engagement

    Understand the importance of governance for impact driven startups and recognise the basic principles of board meetings and reporting

    B) How to be Recognised as an Impact Enterprise

    Understand key elements of setting up an impact driven startup

  • Module 5: Talent

    People are at the heart of every successful venture. In this module, explore recruitment and talent Management, and understand the key role of the founder in fostering a thriving organisational culture.

    A) Recruitment and Talent Management

    Identify recruitment best practices, challenges and the basic principles of performance and talent management

    B) The Role of the Founder

    Understand founder and CEO dynamics and what to look out for