The FCMB SheVentures Entrepreneur Program is specifically designed to empower female entrepreneurs and business owners with the skills and resources needed to navigate the business world.
The FCMB SheVentures Program offers eight weeks of virtual and physical training with certification, and Access to debt funding and loans by FCMB to support businesses.
OPPORTUNITY AT A GLANCE:
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Program Name | FCMB SheVentures Entrepreneur Program |
| Duration | 8 weeks |
| Type | Virtual and physical training |
| Eligibility | Nigerian female entrepreneurs with registered businesses (at least 2 years old) |
| Required Documents | Business registration document, valid ID (NIN slip, Voter’s card, Driver license or International passport) |
| Rewards | Training, mentorship, business development support, certification, access to debt funding and loans |
| Application Deadline | September 25, 2024 |
| Program Focus | Empowering female entrepreneurs and business owners |
| Partners | Schedule, Shecluded |
Facts About FCMB
- Pioneering Excellence: FCMB is one of Nigeria’s oldest banks, established in 1982 as First City Merchant Bank, making it over 40 years old!
- From Merchant to Universal: Initially a merchant bank, FCMB expanded to become a universal bank in 2001, offering a wide range of services to individuals, businesses, and governments.
- Women Empowerment Champions: FCMB pioneered the SheVentures initiative, dedicated to empowering female entrepreneurs through access to finance, training, and mentorship.
- Digital Banking Trailblazer: FCMB launched Nigeria’s first mobile banking app in 2013, revolutionizing the banking experience.
- Branch Network Powerhouse: With over 300 branches spread across Nigeria and internationally, FCMB has one of the largest branch networks in the country.
- Awards Galore: FCMB has won numerous awards, including “Best Mobile Banking App” (2019), “Best Bank in Customer Service” (2020), and “Excellence in Corporate Social Responsibility” (2022).
- Financial Inclusion Advocates: FCMB has contributed significantly to Nigeria’s financial inclusion goals, with over 5 million customers and 10 million accounts opened under the Bank Verification Number (BVN) initiative.
- Agribusiness Support: FCMB has disbursed over ₦100 billion in agricultural financing, supporting Nigeria’s food security and economic growth.
- International Recognition: FCMB is rated by top global rating agencies, including Fitch (B+) and Moody’s (B2), reflecting its strong financial position.
- Sustainability Champions: FCMB has implemented various environmental and social responsibility initiatives, including energy-efficient branches, waste reduction programs, and support for education and healthcare projects.
Details For FCMB SheVentures Entrepreneur Program 2024
Are you a woman entrepreneur who has been in business for the past two years and is ready to take her business to the next level?
The Fempreneur Accelerator program in partnership with Schedule is specifically designed to empower female entrepreneurs and business owners with the skills and resources needed to navigate the business world.
Eligibility Requirements For FCMB SheVentures Entrepreneur Program 2024
To be considered for the 2024 FCMB SheVentures Program, you must:
- be a Nigerian
- be a Female entrepreneur
- possess a document to show her business us registered
- possess a valid ID document (NIN slip, Voter’s card, Driver license or International passport) PDF or image.
Rewards For FCMB SheVentures Entrepreneur Program 2024
- Eight weeks virtual and physical training
- Business idea validation guide and mentorship
- Business Development Support services
- Training certificate
- Grants application guides
- Access to debt funding and loans by FCMB
- Free access to the Shecluded coworking and content space.
How To Apply For FCMB SheVentures Entrepreneur Program 2024
To apply for the FCMB SheVentures Entrepreneur Program, interested and qualified candidates should use the APPLY button below. Deadline is 25 September, 2024