How to start a shoe brand
course
Are you excited at the thought of starting a shoe brand, but uncertain of all the steps to take it to market?
This comprehensive online course will take you from a head full of ideas to being well on your way to launching your shoe brand.
So, no more excuses, you can finally start the shoe brand you have been dreaming of!
- The online 'How to start a shoe brand course' is for you if:
- You want to fill the knowledge gaps blocking your progress so you can launch your shoe brand
- You want to save money on development, manufacturing, marketing, unsold stock & storage
- You need expert support to help you successfully launch your sustainable shoe brand
- You seek industry insights so you can build your confidence and avoid costly mistakes
- You just want everything you need to know all in one place, so you can learn flexibly from anywhere
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On completion of the course you will have:
- Starter modules
- Established the goals for your business
- Created your mission
- Completed a skills analysis & identified any skills gaps
- Marketing modules
- Built a customer profile for your shoe brand
- Completed a competitor analysis
- Created a sales model for your brand
- Established your brand voice
- Written the About page of your website
- The knowledge to select a trademarkable brand name
- Created a visual identity for your brand
- Learnt how to build a mailing list and build an audience
- Product modules
- Learnt shoe industry terminology
- Understood the benefits of learning to make shoes
- Created a sustainability plan
- Practiced sketching your shoe design ideas
- Learnt how to find a freelance shoe designer
- Produced a range plan to launch your collection
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Learnt how to find a manufacturer
- Financial modules
- Learnt how to price for profit
- Set your volume growth targets, revenue goals & profit projections
- Produced a compelling investor pitch
How to start a shoe brand course
Total course price £894
Paid in 3 easy monthly installments of £298
- The How to start a shoe brand course includes:
- A 1 hour one to one video consultancy session with Susannah Davda
- 6.5 hours of video tutorials presented by Susannah Davda & footwear industry guest experts
- 19 assignments which will form the basis of your business plan, to be completed flexibly
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4 downloadable tools including:
- Pricing for profit calculator
- Volume & profit projection calculator
- Range planner
- Competitor analysis template
- What is the format of the online course?
- Build your knowledge step by step following the 22 course modules
- Each module includes videos to watch and an assignment to complete
- Each assignment will move you one step closer to starting your shoe brand
- Flexible learning, complete at your own pace with 24-hour online access
About Susannah
- Founder & Director of The Shoe Consultant Ltd advising shoe brands and start-ups globally since 2015
- UK footwear business professional with over 20 years' global experience in buying, product, retail and consulting
- Guest speaker for ITV News, BBC radio, Pure London and Moda UK
- Regular writer for the British Footwear Association and author of shoe-themed articles for many other publications
- BA (Hons) Footwear Design
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How to start a shoe brand course (online)
Total course price £894
Paid in 3 easy monthly installments of £298
Frequently asked questions
Who is the course for?
The course is for entrepreneurs who are starting a shoe brand for the first time and need expert support and guidance. The online course is accessible globally.
How can I access the course?
The course can be accessed via your laptop, PC, tablet or phone via an online platform.
What language is the course in?
The course is in English and all the videos have English subtitles. If you speak English, but it is not your first language, you will find the audio in the videos is deliberately clear and slow.
What stage of my business should I be at to get the most from the course?
Ideally, you should be at pre-launch stage.
How long will it take to complete the course?
There are 6.5 hours in the video library to watch and 19 assignments to work through which will form the basis of your business plan. The course has been designed so you can go at your own pace and access the course material that is most useful to you first. There is no set amount of time to complete the course in, it will depend on how quickly you work through each module. Once the first payment has been received you can start the course straight away.
Tell me more about the 1 to 1 session with Susannah Davda.
Your 1 to 1 session can be booked at any point during the course. Some people prefer to schedule this at the beginning of the course, others at the end. It is your choice and will depend on your business needs. Your session will be via video call and bespoke to you.
How does payment work?
The full price of the course is £894. Payment for the course is made via Paypal in 3 easy monthly installments of £298. Once the first payment has been received you can start the course straight away.
Can I get more personalised advice from Susannah?
Yes, Susannah works one-to-one with a limited number of clients. Find out more.