Course Curriculum & Objectives
Module 1: Laying the Foundation
🎯 Objective: Build awareness, motivation, and set the right mindset for remote work success.
- Lesson 1.1: Introduction & What to Expect from This Course
→ Overview of modules, course style, and end goal. - Lesson 1.2: Why Remote Work is the New Goldmine
→ Show global demand, income potential, and why now is the best time. - Lesson 1.3: Mindset Shifts You Must Make to Succeed
→ Rewire for discipline, global competitiveness, and self-driven growth. - Lesson 1.4: How Remote Work Fits into the Global Economy
→ Connect remote work to global hiring trends, outsourcing, and Africa’s opportunity.
Module 2: Remote Work Foundations (Non-Tech & Tech Lanes)
🎯 Objective: Expose learners to the broad range of in-demand opportunities & special deep dives and help them identify career paths that fit their background.
- Lesson 2.1: Non-Tech Opportunities
→ (Virtual Assistant, Customer Service, Content Writing, Social Media Management, Data Entry, Affiliate Marketing intro). - Lesson 2.2: Tech-Driven Opportunities
→ (Web Development, UI/UX, Data Analysis, Digital Marketing, Product Management, WordPress Site Management, QA/Software Testing, Cloud/IT Support). - Lesson 2.3: Choosing Your Lane
→ Guide students on how to pick a career path that matches interest, background, and earning goals.
Module 3: Skills & Tools You’ll Need
🎯 Objective: Equip learners with core digital, soft, and technical skills every remote worker needs to survive and thrive.
- Lesson 3.1: Core Digital Skills Every Remote Worker Must Have
→ Email etiquette, documents, spreadsheets, presentations, file management. - Lesson 3.2: Soft Skills That Make You Stand Out Globally
→ Communication, time management, accountability, cultural awareness. - Lesson 3.3: Essential Remote Tools & Platforms
→ Slack, Zoom, Trello, Google Workspace, password managers, cloud storage. - Lesson 3.4: AI & Automation for Remote Work (New)
→ AI writing tools (ChatGPT, Jasper), automation (Zapier, Make), AI productivity hacks. - Lesson 3.5: Building Your Remote Work Setup (New)
→ Internet backup, hardware essentials, ergonomic workspace, productivity hacks. - Wrap-Up: Summary + Mini Assignment
Module 4: Finding & Landing Remote Jobs
🎯 Objective: Teach students how to discover opportunities, avoid scams, and create irresistible applications.
Objective of Module 4:
To equip students with practical job-hunting strategies, tools, and techniques to successfully secure remote job interviews and offers.
Module 4: Finding & Landing Remote Jobs
Lessons under this module:
- Lesson 4.1: Where to Find Remote Job Opportunities
(Job boards, company career pages, LinkedIn, niche platforms, hidden markets) - Lesson 4.2: How to Write a Winning Remote CV & Cover Letter
(Crafting remote-friendly CVs, tailoring applications, writing cover letters that stand out) - Lesson 4.3: Optimizing Your LinkedIn Profile for Remote Work
(Headline, about section, keywords, networking tactics) - Lesson 4.4: Application Strategies That Get You Interviews
(Volume vs quality, networking outreach, referrals, smart follow-ups) - Lesson 4.5: How to Avoid Scams & Fake Opportunities
Module 5: Mastering Remote Job Applications
🎯 Objective: Prepare students to apply strategically, ace interviews, and secure high-paying offers.
- Lesson 5.1: How to Tailor Your Applications to Stand Out
- Lesson 5.2: Acing Remote Job Interviews (Live & Async)
- Lesson 5.3: Interview Role-Play Examples
- Lesson 5.4: Salary Negotiation & Getting Paid Internationally
→ Payment channels (Payoneer, Wise, Deel), handling taxes, contracts.
Module 6: Thriving as a Remote Worker
🎯 Objective: Teach students how to excel after landing a job — from productivity to long-term growth.
- Lesson 6.1: Onboarding & First 90 Days Success Tips
- Lesson 6.2: Managing Time Zones & Work-Life Balance
- Lesson 6.3: Communication Hacks for Remote Teams
- Lesson 6.4: Career Growth Pathways in Remote Work
Module 7: Freelancing & Side Hustle Options
🎯 Objective: Show students how to diversify income with freelancing and side hustles alongside remote jobs.
- Lesson 7.1: Freelancing Platforms Overview (Upwork, Fiverr, Toptal)
- Lesson 7.2: How to Build a Freelance Portfolio Fast
- Lesson 7.3: Pricing Your Services & Getting Clients Globally
- Lesson 7.4: Combining Freelancing with Remote Jobs
Module 8: Bonus Masterclasses
🎯 Objective: Add extra value and opportunities with specialized deep dives.
- Lesson 8.1: How to Relocate Abroad with a Remote Job
- Lesson 8.2: How to Land Remote Marketing Roles (Special Deep Dive)
- Lesson 8.3: Export Business Opportunities While Working Remotely
Module 9: Community, Support & Next Steps
🎯 Objective: Keep students engaged post-course with support, accountability, and motivation.
- Lesson 9.1: Microvarsity Community Access
- Lesson 9.2: Your Next 90 Days Roadmap
- Lesson 9.3: Closing Words & Encouragement