Gerdau, One Of The Giants In The Steel Sector, Is Reshaping The Entrepreneurship Landscape In Brazil. With A New Edition Of The Gerdau Transforma Program, The Company Promises To Turn The Dreams Of Many Into Reality With A Free Course That Offers Training And Mentoring For Those Who Wish To Start A Business.
This innovative initiative, carried out in partnership with the Besouro Agency, has already impacted thousands of lives and is now accepting applications again.
According to the company, the program, aimed at individuals over 18 years old, is open to those who already have a business or for those who still dream of taking their first step into the business world.
With a total of 105 spots, distributed between Mogi das Cruzes, São José dos Campos, and Guarulhos, the course promises to be a unique opportunity for those looking to make a difference in the market.
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Understand Gerdau’s Initiative
But what really makes this course so special? In addition to in-person classes that will take place on specific dates for each city, the program utilizes the By Necessity methodology developed by the Besouro Agency.
This methodology has proven effective in helping entrepreneurs bring their ideas to life at zero or low cost, through a process divided into 10 simple steps.
The course content covers everything from analyzing the student’s context to building the concept of their product or service.
Classes on market research, sales projections, and cash flow are also part of the curriculum, ensuring that participants have a comprehensive view of what is necessary to manage a successful business.
And the advantages don’t stop there. At the end of the course, students will receive a detailed action plan that clearly and objectively explains how to generate immediate income. Additionally, they will have the support of specialized business consultants for a period of 90 days.
This incubation period is essential for participants to put all the acquired knowledge into practice, with the assurance of having specialized mentoring.
Since its creation in 2019, the Gerdau Transforma program has recorded impressive numbers. More than 20,000 students have taken the course, impacting more than 30,000 people and directly benefiting over 3,500 entrepreneurs in 461 cities in Brazil and Latin America.
These entrepreneurs, with the help of mentoring, managed to turn their ideas into profitable and sustainable businesses.
How To Enroll
Enrollment for classes in Mogi das Cruzes, São José dos Campos, and Guarulhos is now open and can be completed through the official program website: www.gerdautransforma.com.br.
Classes will be held in person, starting on August 26 in Mogi das Cruzes, September 2 in São José dos Campos, and September 9 in Guarulhos. Enrollment can be done until the first day of each class, but spots are limited, so it’s best to act fast!

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