Course syllabus · Prospective Franchisees
Before You Become a Franchisee
Delivery and materials
Self-paced online study with due diligence and financial planning exercises. Use the Franchise Due Diligence Checklist and Ten-Year Franchise Financial Planning Template to evaluate an opportunity.
What you’ll learn
- Ownership and personal fit
Compare franchisee responsibilities, owner-operated and manager-managed models, and the support you need.
- Business models and finding opportunities
Compare franchising, licensing and other models. Evaluate broker incentives and build a shortlist.
- Qualification and Discovery Day
Prepare questions and validate the opportunity with current and former franchisees.
- Disclosure and franchise agreements
Review disclosure timing, the franchise disclosure document and agreement terms with independent advisers.
- Investment, fees and support
Assess startup costs, recurring fees, technology, marketing funds, training and ongoing support.
- Financial planning and next steps
Build a ten-year plan, record assumptions and decide what evidence you need before proceeding.
Educational training. Consult independent professional advisers about your circumstances.
Course price · CAD $129