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Executive Summary:
Agora Tutoring is an online marketplace akin to Kijiji, equipped with a map function similar to Uber, specializing in connecting students with local tutors for in-person educational sessions.Company Overview:
Agora Tutoring is an online dedicated platform that connects students with local tutors for in-person educational sessions. By focusing exclusively on face-to-face interactions, Agora Tutoring aims to foster a more personalized and effective learning experience. The platform serves as a bridge between students seeking tailored educational support and independent tutors looking for meaningful teaching opportunities in their local areas.Services:
Agora Tutoring provides a user-friendly web platform where students can search for and connect with tutors across a variety of subjects and educational levels. The service is designed to facilitate in-person tutoring engagements, enabling direct interaction and hands-on learning that virtual platforms cannot replicate.Business Model:
Agora operates on a subscription-based model where users pay a monthly fee to access the platform and connect with tutors. Tutors, as independent contractors, set their own rates and schedules by connecting through Agora Tutoring. This model ensures a steady revenue stream for the platform while also providing tutors with a consistent flow of potential students.Target Market:
The platform primarily targets students at all academic levels who prefer or require in-person tutoring to achieve their educational goals. This includes K-12 students, college students, and adult learners seeking professional development or personal enrichment in specific subjects. Parents looking for reliable and accessible tutors for their children are also a key demographic.Strategic Goals:
Agora Tutoring aims to become the leading provider of in-person tutoring services within local communities. Strategic objectives include expanding its user base, increasing the number of tutors on the platform, and enhancing the overall user experience with features that make scheduling and session management more efficient for both students and tutors.Competitive Advantage:
Agora Tutoring’s commitment to exclusively in-person tutoring sessions sets it apart in an era where virtual platforms are prevalent. This focus on local, face-to-face interactions not only improves learning outcomes but also builds a sense of community and trust among users. Additionally, the subscription model offers users unlimited access to potential tutoring, providing flexibility and value that single-session fees cannot match. - Number of employees
- 2 - 10 employees
- Company website
- https://www.agoratutoring.com
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Agora Tutoring - Cybersecurity: Vulnerability Remediation
Project Overview This project is designed to help Agora Tutoring improve its cybersecurity posture by addressing key vulnerabilities identified in a recent security assessment. Students will work to evaluate, recommend, and implement specific repairs in alignment with the OWASP Top 10 vulnerabilities, enhancing Agora's ability to protect sensitive data and prevent unauthorized access. Project Goal The main objective of this project is to guide students through real-world cybersecurity repair processes, focusing on areas like access control, cryptography, injection prevention, and logging. By the end of this project, students will have contributed to a safer and more robust platform for Agora Tutoring.
Agora Tutoring - Bug Fixes and UI/UX Improvements
Project Goal: The objective of this project is to improve the usability, functionality, and overall design of the Agora Tutoring platform by addressing specific bugs, errors, and graphical inconsistencies identified in our recent UI/UX usability report. Students will also develop and implement new features to enhance the platform's user experience for both tutors and students.
Agora Tutoring - Bookkeeping and Financial Analysis for Grant Application
Main Objective: The primary objective of this project is to develop robust financial records, optimize corporate tax filings, and prepare financial projections for grant submissions. Using Waveapps as the primary financial tool, students will manage transaction data, conduct historical audits, and deliver actionable financial insights. By the project's end, students will gain practical experience in bookkeeping, tax preparation, and financial reporting within a real-world business environment. Deliverables: 1. Bookkeeping Outputs: Summary report of flagged or unclear transactions for review. Reconciled Mastercard and ATB bank accounts in Waveapps. Accurate and categorized financial entries in the chart of accounts for 2024. 2. Financial Reporting Outputs for Grant Application: A historical financial report for 2024. A future financial projection report formatted for grant submissions.
Agora - Business Structuring
Main Objective : Agora Tutoring and Agora Connections are seeking comprehensive business advice on optimal corporate structures. We aim to understand how we can effectively organize both entities to enhance operational efficiency, provide liability protection, optimize tax liabilities, reduce insurance costs, simplify bookkeeping, and protect owners and business liabilities. Project Goal : The goal of this project is to analyze the current structures of Agora Tutoring and Agora Connections and explore potential restructuring options. This includes examining the feasibility of creating a holding company, evaluating different business structures (e.g., LLC, corporation), and providing recommendations to reduce costs and improve legal and financial protections.
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