For the first time in Montenegro, the Mini Company program has been launched in primary schools, marking a significant milestone in entrepreneurship education for younger students.
ABOUT THE PROGRAM
The Mini Company program, developed by JA Worldwide, is designed for students aged 13–16 and introduces them to the fundamentals of entrepreneurship through hands-on experience. Students work in teams of 3–5 to create and manage their own mini companies.
KEY ASPECTS OF THE PROGRAM
• Students learn basic business concepts
• Teams develop a product or service idea
• Practical experience in managing a small business
• Mentorship from business professionals
• Duration of one school year
LAUNCH IN MONTENEGRO
JA Montenegro has successfully introduced the program in over 30 primary schools across the country. The launch was supported by the Ministry of Education and local business communities.
The program includes:
• Teacher training workshops
• Business mentor matching
• Access to JA learning materials
• Student company registration support
• End-of-year company fair
FIRST RESULTS
Early feedback from participating schools has been overwhelmingly positive:
• Over 600 students enrolled in the first cycle
• Strong engagement from both students and teachers
• Business mentors report high enthusiasm from young entrepreneurs
• Schools requesting expansion of the program
WHAT STUDENTS LEARN
Through the Mini Company program, students develop:
• Teamwork and leadership skills
• Financial literacy
• Creative problem-solving
• Presentation and communication skills
• Basic understanding of market dynamics
LOOKING FORWARD
JA Montenegro plans to expand the program to additional schools in the coming years, with the goal of making entrepreneurship education accessible to all primary school students in Montenegro.
The most successful mini companies will have the opportunity to showcase their work at national and regional JA events.