Operation CIE-IE - LAGA-INSTITUTE
Campus Innovation & Enterprise

OPERATION CIE-IE

Establishing Africa’s first integrated Student Enterprise Incubation Platform within a vocational training institute.

"Inclusive Exhibitions: Learn, Work, Earn"

Vision Statement

To enable students to learn, earn, and innovate while engaging with the wider community through practical enterprise experience.

Strategic Objectives

  • Transform vocational training into practical enterprise experience.
  • Provide students with financial independence while studying.
  • Create a sustainable earn-while-you-learn model.
  • Position LAGAI as a pioneer in innovation-driven vocational education.

Structure of Enterprise Groups

Students are grouped according to their specialized skills and talents to deliver professional services.

Group A
💇‍♀️

Hairdressers

Professional styling and hair care services.

Group B
💈

Barbers

Men's grooming and haircuts.

Group C
🥐

Bakers & Caterers

Delicious pastries and event catering.

Group D
💻

IT & Digital Services

Tech support, design, and digital solutions.

Group E
🧵

Tailors & Designers

Fashion design and clothing alterations.

Group F
🎨

Arts & Music

Crafts, performances, and artistic works.

Group G
🔧

Mechanics

Technical repairs and maintenance.

Group H
🗣️

Language Trainers

Conversational practice and kids' activities.

Operations Model & Financial Flow

Every Friday to Sunday (Noon) | LAGAI Exhibition Space

🛠️

Service Delivery

Students perform services

💶

Revenue

Income Collected

📉

Deductions

VAT & Maintenance (5%)

💰

Profit Share

Equal split among students

The Impact

For Students

  • Earn weekly income & savings.
  • Real-world entrepreneurship exposure.
  • Networking with industry professionals.
  • Build teamwork and leadership skills.

For LAGAI

  • Strengthen brand as a vocational leader.
  • Enhanced community trust and visibility.
  • A living laboratory for skills application.

For Community

  • Affordable, high-quality services.
  • Family-friendly environment.
  • Support youth development.

Long-Term Expansion

  • 📅

    Annual Talent Fair

    Invite partners, companies, and investors to scout talent.

  • 🌱

    Student Startup Fund

    Dedicate a percentage of proceeds to seed student businesses.

  • 🌐

    Digital Marketplace

    Extend services virtually (IT, design, tutoring).

Our Motto

“Learn, Work, Earn

— The LAGAI Way.”

“From Campus to Community

— Skills in Action.”

“Empowering Students,

Serving Society.”

Visual Framework

Flowchart of Operations