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INDEPENDENT FRANCHISOR SEMINARS

"Any business which can be run as a branch network, and which is planning to grow should at least consider franchising as an option."
Brian Duckett, Howarth Franchising:

COURSE CONTENT

WHAT IS FRANCHISING?
Presenter: BFA
An introduction to what, in practical terms, franchising is, and is not, the BFA’s aims, objectives and membership types and the state of franchising.

WHAT CAN BE FRANCHISED?
Presenter: bfa Affiliate
A look at potential or existing branch networks, job franchises, business format franchises, investment franchises, key criteria and common reasons for failure.

THE FRANCHISEE/ FRANCHISOR RELATIONSHIP
Presenter: Facilitator
A discussion of the franchisor’s, franchisee’s and joint obligations and the franchise agreement.

THE FRANCHISING PROCESS 1
Presenter: bfa Affiliate
Reviewing the network development plan, pilot operation, operating system and franchise agreement.

A FRANCHISOR'S VIEW-POINT
Presenter: bfa Member
BFA member franchisor talks about the advantages and disadvantages of franchising, income and expenditure needed by the franchisor and the potential downsides and real life problems.

THE FRANCHISING PROCESS 2
Presenter: bfa Affiliate
How to market the franchise, recruit franchisees, recruit and train support staff and train and support franchisees.

A FRANCHISEE'S VIEW-POINT
Presenter: bfa Member Franchisee
A bfa member franchisee explains why they chose franchising and the specific franchise they invested in and the potential downsides of franchising.

THE FRANCHISING PROCESS 3
Presenter: bfa Affiliate
A discussion on monitoring and motivating franchisees and what happens at the end of the relationship.

RAISING FINANCE FOR FRANCHISEES AND FRANCHISORS
Presenter: bfa Affiliate Bank
Why banks like franchising and what banks look for in order to lend money.

IS FRANCHISING RIGHT FOR YOUR BUSINESS?
Presenter: Facilitator
A chance for you to examine your reasons for considering franchising, whether you match the criteria and considering the next steps.

Grow your Business through Franchising

A one-day Seminar designed to assist you in independently evaluating franchising as a tool for growing your business.

Course objectives

  • To enable you to assess whether franchising is right for your business
  • To help you understand the necessary skills and business culture required to be a successful franchise operation
  • To give you a sound appreciation of the franchisor-franchisee business relationship
  • To help you understand the next step in developing your business as a franchise network

Methodology

The Seminar consists of a series of balanced presentations delivered by speakers with practical experience of franchising. Full of relevant case studies, it will highlight best practice and help you to identify the potential problems and pitfalls of franchising.

Duration

A one-day practical Seminar.

Locations

Seminars are being held at various locations across the country to make it easier for to you attend.

  • Hertfordshire 27th January 09
  • Manchester 24th February 09
  • Southampton 24th March 09
  • London 28th April 09
  • Birmingham 19th May 09
  • Glasgow 24th June 09
  • Bristol 4th August 09
  • Manchester 15th September 09
  • London 27th October 09
  • Birmingham 24th November 09

The cost for attendance is £295.00 +VAT (£339.25) per person at all locations.

I attended one of your Franchisor seminars in Birmingham, last year. We are a small business running for 3 years. The course was extremely helpful and informative. It gave me the encouragement and confidence to pursue the franchising option.

This year (2 weeks ago,) we opened our first pilot scheme with a view to franchising in 12 months time.

My company will move forward with its franchising idea. Thanks

All very helpful and professional

A very worthwhile day - most enjoyable

Next Steps:

To book you place on one of our seminars please select from the following options:

1. REGISTER ONLINE
DATE:

NUMBER OF PLACES:

Please remember to complete the 'Names of Delegates' box on the Checkout page.

Cancellation: If notice is received less than ten working days prior to the course that you are unable to attend, 100% of the course fee will be chargeable. All requests for refunds must be made in writing to Seminar Administration at the bfa or by email to the bfa's Order Administration.
Payment: During the registration process you will be asked for your method of payment. If you are not paying by credit card, please call the British Franchise Association on 01491 578050 to confirm how you are paying. Once we receive payment your booking will be confirmed but until payment is received we cannot hold a place, due to high demand for our seminars.

 

2. REQUEST A BOOKING FORM BY PHONE
CONTACT THE BFA ON 01865 379892
 

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