Training in Making Start-Up Business Proposals and Business Management with Computer Applications for Beginners

Abstract

This community service activity aims to increase the capacity of novice entrepreneurs through training in creating start-up business proposals and managing computer-based businesses. The target group includes first-semester students, novice UMKM, and the general public interested in building start-ups. The identified problems were participants' lack of understanding in developing systematic business proposals and low digital literacy in supporting business activities. The training was conducted through lectures, discussions, simulations, hands-on practice, and group mentoring. The material presented included basic start-up concepts, proposal preparation techniques, the use of Microsoft Word for business documentation, Excel for simple financial recording, and PowerPoint for creating presentation pitch decks. The results showed that participants were able to prepare simple business proposals, 85% of participants were able to create basic financial reports using Excel, and 90% stated they were ready to present their business ideas digitally. Evaluations through pre- and post-tests showed a 60% increase in participants' understanding. This activity had a positive impact in the form of increased digital literacy, confidence in starting a business, and the formation of collaborative networks among participants.   Keywords: Start-up, business proposal, digital literacy, UMKM, computer applications, community service.