During the orientation, the school owners will be introduced to the School Management Institute.
• Explore the overview of the course module
• Guest Appearance
• Meet the SMI faculty
• Meet and know the SMI Mentors
• Meet & Familiarize with the Partners
• Explore the School Owners expectations
• Q&A

At the end of this course, School Owners are supposed to dive into the blueprint of designing a practical, achievable, and enduring vision for a school that can outlive the founder.

The school owners will use the School Owners Vision Framework (SOVF) to conceptualize a compelling vision for the school.

The School owners will use the SOVF to implement a failure-proof vision that will motivate the founder, staff, parents, and the future generations to come.

This module will dive into concepts such as

• Vision Diagnosis
• Explore and use the Vision/Mission Board Generation
• Develop 5 years of workable organizational Vision for the school
• Understand/conduct a SWOT (STRENGTH, WEAKNESS, OPPORTUNITIES, THREATS) analysis.
• Carry a strategic goal-setting (Endpoint backward framework)
• Set trackable and measurable KPIs (student growth, finance, staff, number of classrooms, number of campuses, Assets acquisitions, revenue).
• Explore and use the Built-to-last model for schools
• Q&A

This module exposes the school owners to educational technological tools that help speed up growth and deepen adoption, thereby positioning the school for global outreach. We would explore topics such as.
• Planning for technological integration and implementation
• Why Tech: Making a Case for the Use of Technology in Schools
• Exploring/engaging the SMI tech partners
• Implementation of the tools.

This module introduces the school owner to the Leader-to-Leaders Development Framework (L-to-LD framework). It is designed to empower school owners with essential leadership skills to navigate the complex landscape of education leadership. Explore the art of effective leadership, from inspiring and leading teams to fostering a collaborative and innovative environment.
The module addresses key questions such as: “How do you set up your leadership system in a way that your staff will want to dedicate their life towards the long-term vision of the school”.

• Exploring the L-to-LD framework
• Setting up the school structure for proper leadership growth
• Team Building & Delegation Strategy
• Failure-proof Monitoring & Evaluation framework (Classroom, scheme progress report, attendance, vertical/horizontal peer review mechanism)
• Time-proven intensifying framework to drive retention (Training, Issuance, pension)
• Exploration of Recruitment Strategy/Recruitment Portal
• Privileged Access to the premium global staff databank in any location
• Implementation of the Employee Leadership Development Framework.

What makes a school run without the constant interference of the school owner? Why are most top schools looking organized and proactive and why do others look disorganized/reactive?
This module aims to equip school owners with the tools to streamline processes, optimize resources, and ensure efficient day-to-day operations. We will achieve this using the Edu-operations system Template (E-Ops Template).

During this module, we will dive into the following
• Exploring the E-Ops framework for System building in schools
• Implementation of the E-Ops Template
• Notable Committees in school for effective operations
• Exploring/Managing key operational areas in the school.

Why have most schools outlived the founder? Why does it look like most schools make sound decisions every time while others don't? This is at the core of the school's governing structure.
In this module, school owners will navigate the subject of corporate governance in education, understanding the principles and practices that contribute to effective decision
-making and institutional oversight. This module will dive into the following

• Exploring the Education corporate governance template
• Setting up the school's corporate governance structure
• Understanding the board’s dynamics
• Setting up the board constitution
• Choosing a Chairman of the board
• Constituting the board of advisors and more.

This module exposes the school owners to the Automated Growth and Student Acquisition Engine (AGSA-Engine) designed to automate the numerical growth of pupils.
This method projects almost 100% growth in student population year on year.
• Exploring and setting up the AGSA-Engine
• Exploration of the various Student Acquisition channels
• Exploring the no-cost Content generation framework
• Understanding In-reach and outreach
• Qualifying/Segmentation of Potential parent/pupil
• Setting up the acquisition on autopilot.

How do high-performing schools build a relationship that endears them to parents/potential parents?
How is it that most schools charge so high, yet parents are willing/eager to pay and stay?
Part of the secret is what you will learn in the effective communication strategy. You will explore
• Choosing/setting up the right communication channels
• Understanding Segmentation and Re-segmentation
• Setting up Special Days messages on autopilot
• Utilizing the Parent-teacher communication oscillator
• Exploring the Edu-Robot sender for communication on autopilot.

Branding is everything. Why is it that when people remember most schools, they think this school is classy, when they remember others, they think it is local?
What do people think about when they remember your school?
Do you leave it to chance?
This module teaches school owners the framework for brand positioning, communication, and brand marketing. School owners will be able to color the narrative in the minds of existing /potential parents.
We will dive into the following..
• Understanding the dynamics of school branding fundamentals
• Utilizing the Brand Position Framework Analysis
• Crafting a Compelling School Brand Story
• Choosing/Enforcing how you want to be perceived
• Setting/implementing the branding frameworks
• No-cost brand marketing strategy that works.

No matter how much a school earns in revenue, it can experience immense growth. What makes it possible for others to have a stress-free financial year while others struggle throughout the session?
This module is designed to equip school owners with the essential financial acumen
required for effective financial management in the educational sector. We will explore the art of

• Setting a financial system/structure for growth
• Building a system of accountability for finance
• Financial planning/projection for schools
• Financial Statement Overview
• Explore various Revenue Generation Strategies for Schools
• Choosing an accountant
• Simplifying the intricacies of budgeting and resource allocation
• Preparing your financials for funding/grant.

This foundational module provides school owners with a comprehensive understanding of the legal and compliance landscape in the educational sector. School owners will explore key regulations, accreditation processes, and compliance requirements that govern educational institutions. Topics include student rights, employee regulations, safety standards, and data protection.

We will look into
• Setting up the legal framework for expected growth
• Preparing/reviewing the School Policy Document
• Tax, Quality Assurance Compliance, and regulatory framework
• Employee legal framework/documentation
• Understanding/ preparing investors Update
• Incorporation framework
• Intellectual Property Rights.

If you have ever wanted to access funding/investment for your school, this module gives
you a detailed overview of all that you need to successfully raise funds for your school. This
module addresses the critical aspects of securing funding and implementing effective
fundraising strategies for educational institutions. School owners will explore diverse
avenues for funding, including government grants, banks, philanthropic initiatives, and
partnerships. We will explore topics such as
• Understanding the fundraising lifecycle
• Market research
• Where can I find this money
• Positioning yourself to be fundable
• Pitch Deck Design/walkthrough
• Due Diligence/Data Room walkthrough
• Access to fundraising CRM template
• Pitch Day (Practice)

If you intend to attract foreign students while in your country, this module prepares you
for the future of education and positions your school to begin to harness the benefit of
internationalization of your school. School Owners will explore key elements such as
curriculum globalization, cultural integration, and the development of global partnerships.
Emphasis will be placed on fostering an inclusive learning environment that prepares
students for a globalized world. We explore topics such as
• Preparing to embrace internationalization
• Setting up for internationalization framework
• Implementation of the virtual School and more

School Owners who have completed all sprint/deliverables are immediately issued a
certificate of completion. However, to obtain the chartered status, they are given four
weeks to implement what they have learned in their school ahead of the induction.
A constant follow-up and regular reporting system will be engaged to ascertain some level
of compliance.