This course will help you better understand the concepts related to micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs) and the forest sector. This course is organized into six modules: • Module 1 provides an introduction to the overall course on MSMEs in the forest sector, detailing the key concepts and terms that will be used throughout the rest of the course. • Module 2 presents the business models and value chains of forest enterprises. • Module 3 explains the topic of competitiveness for MSMEs in the forest sector. • Module 4 discusses issues related to access to finance for MSMEs in the forest sector. • Module 5 demonstrates the concepts, ideas, and terms that were discussed in the previous four modules through case studies. • Module 6 includes 20 course-end questions.
About Open Learning Campus
All registered users of OLC can experience its impact of new features. If you are already registered with OLC you can directly sign in to the new system. If you are a new user then do register to avail of the dynamic learning opportunities from WBG to deepen your knowledge and skills on a variety of development related topics. For example, you will have access to timely resources such as:
- Ted like video talks
- Podcasts
- Formal learnings (i.e., Self-paced courses/Facilitated Courses/MOOCs)
- Live events and Knowledge Exchanges
- Communities of Practice
You will have access to an extensive catalog of resources through which you can search and discover relevant learning materials.
How to Access the Course Content
To access the course content, please follow the below registration steps:
- Open https://wbg.edcast.com/
- Navigate to “No account?” and select “Create one!”. Select “Next” to continue with the next step.
- Enter the code that you received via email at the “Enter Code” field. Select “Sign in” to continue with the next step.
- Fill in your First and Last Names and select a preferred communication language. Select “Next” to continue with the next step.
- Select up to five learning goals. Select “Next” to continue with the next step.
- Select up to five skills. Select “Next” to continue with the next step.
- Congratulations and welcome to the OLC! You’ll find additional tips and suggestions inside the “Welcome to the Open Learning Campus” channel at the top of the home page.
Course Details
- Mode: Self-Paced