North-West University
Overview of innovation

Developed at North-West University by Prof Erica Derbyshire following a major study, the toolkit is a structured, nine-chapter workbook designed to build essential financial skills for small business owners. It covers topics such as financial planning, bookkeeping, taxation, investment decisions, and growth strategies, using real-world examples and interactive exercises. The content is practical, adopts a simple approach, and is ready to integrate into training and development programmes.

Type of Intellectual Property protection
Copyright
Innovation Opportunity Type
Licensing
Partnership
Industry
Financial and insurance activities
​Education
​Other service activities
Technology Readiness Level
TRL 7 – Refined prototype created
Brochures, business plans, prospectus or other documents
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Website link
https://services.nwu.ac.za/technology-transfer-and-innovation-support/innovations