THE
LAUNCHPAD
We are passionate about producing highly marketable young graduates grounded in biblical principles that will transform the Marketplace.
ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA
– Preferably completed or in the final year of university or the equivalent of any tertiary institution.
– Preferably within the age bracket of 20 to 27 years of age.
– Complete the online application form for the pre-qualification assessment to join the program.
– Preferably completed foundational Christian Discipleship (e.g. Adventure in the Word Discipleship Class for Watoto Church members).
– Payment of 50,000/= as registration fee and commit to payment of the program fees as highlighted in the application form.
– Ability to attend at least 95% of the in-person classes that happen at Watoto Church Downtown.
ABOUT
THE PROGRAM
This initiative was designed to meet the distinctive and dynamic needs of the Christian young adult by bridging the skills gap that exists between what the market desires and what universities, colleges and tertiary institutions provide.
The program primarily targets fresh graduates and students in their final year at university and tertiary institutions, equipping them with the employability skills they need to prepare for the marketplace through training, network building, and mentorship. The program curriculum is founded on these three guiding principles:
-Integrity of heart.
– Knowledge of head.
– Skill of hand.
Duration of 16 weeks (4 months).
In-person classes held twice a week on Tuesday and Saturday.
Program fees; UGX 500,000/=
Training and practical exercises.
Certificate of completion at the end of the program.
WHY THE LAUNCHPAD
The program intends to respond to the demands and challenges of youth employment today.
PROGRAM MODULES
SELF AWARENESS
This module includes the following topics:
- World Views
- Theology of Work & Spiritual Gifts
- Personality Types
- Career Planning
- Personal Vision, Mission & Values
- Personal Development Plan
- Leading Self.
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BASIC LIFE SKILLS
This module includes the following topics:
- Leading Others
- Effective Communication
- Personal Branding & Professionalism
- CV, Resumes & Interviews
- Emotional Intelligence
- Conflict Management
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INNOVATIVE THINKING
This module includes the following topics:
- Business Acumen
- Critical Thinking & Resourcefulness
- Cultural Competence,
- Organizational Management & Governance
- Financial Stewardship
- Networking
- Further Studies & Industry Trends
- Project Presentation
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RESOURCES
READING MATERIAL
- The Purpose Driven Life — Rick Warren.
- 15 Invaluable Laws of Growth — John .C. Maxwell.
- The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People — Stephen .R. Covey
ASSESSMENT
ADDITIONAL RESOURCES & EXERCISES
- Meyers Briggs personality test.
- Spiritual gifts test.
- Career mapping exercise.
- Developing personal vision & mission statements.
- Personal Development plan exercise.
- Scholarship application exercise.
- McKinsey problem-solving guides & exercises.
ASSESSMENT CRITERIA
- 3 End of Module papers.
Book reviews and summaries. - Mentorship engagement and assessment.
- Group project delivery.