Introduction to
the New JA Company Program
Date
The New JA Company Program
http://youtu.be/h9-dMCOT3cY
Agenda
Overview
JA Company Program Content
Using the Learning Management System
How We Teach
Training & Support
Q&A
Program Objective & Outcomes
Objective: To provide a relevant and authentic
learning experience for young people that fosters
a strong entrepreneurial workforce in America
Demonstrate the
Create a personal
fundamental acumen
Exhibit the necessary
needed in a
action plan
skills and proficiency
incorporating
successful business
with applicable tools
startup, including
entrepreneurial
needed to be
leadership, marketing, thinking, innovation
competitive in today’s
sales, financial
and other 21st century
global knowledge
career readiness
management, and
economy.
supply chain
skills.
management
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What’s New?
• Focus on entrepreneurship
and student aspirations
• Online learning materials /
Learning Management
System (LMS)
Entrepreneurship and Student
Aspirations
Benefits
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Reflects today’s business
world
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Helps build self-confidence
and problem-solving skills
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Builds a pipeline of future
entrepreneurs
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Develops young adults who
are workforce ready
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Demonstrates community
service and corporate
citizenship
Tools and Features
Flexibility
Entrepreneurial
Inventory
Business Plan
Task List
One-page
Business Plan
Crowdfunding
Online Sales
Mobile Payment
Digital
Financial Tools
ePortfolio &
Personal Action
Plan
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The Learning Management
System (LMS)
Benefits
•
Online materials
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Available 24/7
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Flexible meeting schedule
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Ease of communication
and collaboration
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Accommodates
afterschool and in-school
programs
•
Tracks student attendance
and progress
Tools and Features
Discussion
Boards
Chat
Checklists
Media Player
Dropbox
Attendance
News
Gradebook
Email
Built in
Training and
Support
ePortfolio
Assessments
with Rubrics
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The New JA Company Program
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JA Company Program Phases
Entrepreneurial
Thinking
Fill a Need
Conduct
Research
Company
Structure
Business Plan
Capitalization
Execute &
Manage
Personal Action
Plan
Student
Competition
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Content
Meeting 1: Ignite Your Entrepreneurial Spirit
• Entrepreneurial traits of self and other team members
• Company structure
Meeting 2: Fill a Need
• Potential products and services to fill a need or solve a
problem
• Group decision-making.
Meeting 3: Vet the Venture
• Vet top potential product or service ideas
• SWOT analysis
Content
Meeting 4: Strategy and Structure
• Begin research for JA Company Business Plan
• Lean product development
Meeting 5: Finalize Strategy and Structure
• Finalize business plan elements
• Develop One-page business plan
• Accountability report for the local JA board
Launch the company!
The Business Plan
• Provides information
on the 5 key
departments involved
in starting a new
business
• Students select their
team based on
Meeting 1
Entrepreneurial
Inventory and unique
needs of Company
• Divide into groups
Business Plan Task List
• In groups, students
answer specific questions
about their business
• Decide on team lead
• Assign tasks and
responsibilities to team
members
• Some tasks involve
collaborating with other
teams
• Used for reporting out in
Meetings 6-11
Business Snapshot
• One-page business
plan
• Informed by task list
• Ensures all students
know high level
company information
and objectives
• May be used as
internal document, or
for JA Board of
Directors, or potential
investors
Content
Before Meeting 6:
• Secure necessary capital
• Order materials (e.g., products, supplies)
• Set up bank account
Meeting 6: Capitalize the Venture
• Operate business and ensure goals are being met
• Establish priorities
• Analyze types of capital
Content
Meetings 6–11: Operate the Company
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Capitalization
Decision-making
Leadership
Sales techniques
Marketing
Supply chain
Financial tools
Content
Meeting 12: Cash Out
• Liquidate the business
• Annual report
Meeting 13: Move Forward
• Personal Action Plan
Using the Learning Management
System
1. Log in: https://jausa.desire2learn.com
2. Select Course
3. Enter JA Company Program
4. Select Content
5. Access Program
How We Teach
The JA Company Program is Student-Led
By Meeting 5, the students are in charge.
Effective volunteers:
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Build relationships
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Prepare
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Understand the meeting goals
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Facilitate, don’t control
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Communicate and provide feedback
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Observe and gently intervene
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Appreciate good ideas and hard work
How We Teach
Blended Learning
Combines:
Volunteer mentoring and instruction
Student-led group learning
Technology
Result:
Personalized, relevant and exciting learning that reflects the way business
is done today.
Blended Learning Video:
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nd+learning&cid=52472487668&akwd=blend+learning&mt=b&nid=1&term
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How We Teach
Blended Learning
Volunteers use technology to:
• Manage program logistics
• Access meeting materials online
• Share news items about companies, entrepreneurship, or market
trends
• Offer tools used in their businesses to accomplish a task facing
students
• Bring in materials to help students understand the market they want
to reach or new products related to the one they are creating
How We Teach
Blended Learning
Students use technology to:
• Access meeting materials online
• Create business plans, spreadsheets, marketing materials and
presentations
• Order and track supplies and sales
• Communicate with potential buyers
• Sell their products
• Discover and share information that’s relevant
• Pursue topics that are personally rewarding
Training in the LMS
Overview of JA Company
Program
Program Content
Using the Online System
Blended Learning
Facilitation Skills
Microsoft Tools
Support
• Technology troubleshooting and support
resources accessible in:
– Training Course under “Support Resources”
– JACP Course Navigation Bar under Toolkit
If you cannot resolve issue, contact the
JA USA Help Desk.
JA USA Helpdesk:
Toll-free: 1-866-528-4826
Email: helpdesk@ja.org
Support Hours: 6am MT - 5pm MT
Questions & Answers
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Thank you!