FORMAT OF A BUSINESS PLAN

A complete business plan is arranged in the following manner:
1. Cover letter
2. Cover page
3. Executive Summary/Abstract
4. Table of contents
5. Main body

COVER LETTER
-Enclosed with a business plan as an introduction to the purpose and contents of the attached plan.

COVER PAGE
-Present basic introductory information as follows:
o Title of the business plan
o Logo, name and address of the business
o Name of the writer
o Date of submission
o The company’s mission

EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
-Most important section in the business plan
-Summarize the business plan in a clear and concise manner that will enable readers to understand the overall purpose and the desired outcome of the business. Includes:
o Objectives of the company
o Products/Service being offered
o Market potential
o Project management
o Project cost
o Expected return

TABLE OF CONTENTS
-Main headings, tables, schedules and appendices according to the page numbers

MAIN BODY
-Most vital section in creating a complete business plan
-Contains related information related to various aspects of the purposed ventures, mainly