LAGAI – OPERATION CIE-IE

Campus Innovation & Enterprise – Inclusive Exhibitions

1. Vision Statement

To establish Africa’s first integrated Student Enterprise Incubation Platform within a vocational training institute, enabling students to learn, earn, and innovate while engaging with the wider community.

2. Objectives

  • Transform vocational training into practical enterprise experience.
  • Provide students with financial independence while studying.
  • Create a sustainable earn-while-you-learn model.
  • Strengthen community engagement by offering quality, affordable services.
  • Position LAGAI as a pioneer in innovation-driven vocational education.

3. Structure of OPERATION CIE-IE

Students are grouped according to their skills and talents

Group A

Hairdressers

Group B

Barbers

Group C

Bakers & Caterers

Group D

IT & Digital Services

Group E

Tailors & Fashion Designers

Group F

Arts, Crafts & Music Performers

Group G

Mechanics & Technical Repairs

Group H

Language Trainers (Speak & Play for kids, conversational practice for adults)

4. Operations Model

Schedule: Every Friday to Sunday noon.

Venue: LAGAI large campus exhibition space.

Customers: General public invited to patronize services.

Service Pricing: 50% lower than city market rates.

Daily Financial Flow:

  1. Groups deliver services.
  2. Income collected and recorded.
  3. VAT deducted.
  4. 5% of net income allocated for maintenance & materials.
  5. Balance shared equally among group members.

Example: €100,000 earned → VAT (15,000) → Maintenance (4,750) → Remaining (80,250 ÷ 10 students = 8,025 each).

6. Benefits

For Students
  • Earn weekly income and savings.
  • Real-world entrepreneurship exposure.
  • Networking with clients and industry professionals.
  • Build teamwork and leadership skills.
For LAGAI
  • Strengthen brand as leader in vocational innovation.
  • Enhanced community trust and visibility.
  • Develop a living laboratory for skills application.
For Community
  • Affordable, high-quality services.
  • Family-friendly environment with multiple offerings.
  • Opportunities to support youth development.

7. Long-Term Expansion​

  • Annual Talent Fair: Invite partners, companies, and investors.
  • Student Startup Fund: Dedicate a percentage of proceeds to seed student businesses.
  • Digital Marketplace (CIE-IE Online): Extend services virtually (e.g., IT, design, tutoring).
  • Certificates of Participation: Official recognition for consistent engagement.

8. Branding & Publicity Slogans

  • “Learn, Work, Earn – The LAGAI Way.”

  • “From Campus to Community – Skills in Action.”

  • “Empowering Students, Serving Society.”

Visual Framework

Flowchart of Operations

Students → Skill Groups (A–H) → Weekend Exhibition (Fri–Sun) → Public Engagement (50% Service Rates) → Revenue Collection → VAT & Maintenance Deduction → Equal Sharing → Student Income + Savings.

Conclusion

Through OPERATION CIE-IE, LAGAI establishes itself as a transformative hub of vocational excellence. Students gain practical entrepreneurial skills, financial sustainability, and community visibility — shaping future leaders, innovators, and business owners while still on campus.

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