Dale Carnegie Training vs Alexander Language Schools Franchise Comparison

Below is an in-depth analysis and side-by-side comparison of Dale Carnegie Training vs Alexander Language Schools including start-up costs and fees, business experience requirements, training & support and financing options.

Start-Up Costs and Fees
 
Dale Carnegie Training Franchise
Alexander Language Schools Franchise
Investment $93,400 - $245,800$50,000 - $250,000
Franchise Fee $20,000 - $65,000$30,000 - $60,000
Royalty Fee 4.5% -12%7% to 15%
Advertising Fee 3%-
Year Founded 19120
Year Franchised 19990
Term Of Agreement 15 years-
Term Of Agreement 15 years-
Renewal Fee $10K-


Business Experience Requirements
 
Dale Carnegie Training Franchise
Alexander Language Schools Franchise
Experience
  • General business experience
  • Sales and/or managerial background, established business network
    		• We look for commitment and hard working people in order to set up language schools (ALS).

    Financing Options
     
    Dale Carnegie Training Franchise
    Alexander Language Schools Franchise
      In-House/3rd PartyIn-House/3rd Party
    Franchise Fees No/Yes-/-
    Start-up Costs No/Yes-/-
    Equipment No/Yes-/-
    Inventory No/Yes-/-
    Receivables No/No-/-
    Payroll No/No-/-

    Training & Support
     
    Dale Carnegie Training Franchise
    Alexander Language Schools Franchise
    Training Classroom Training: 52 hours-
    Support Newsletter Meetings/Conventions Grand Opening Online Support Field Operations*Ongoing support and assistance with regular updates of information and guidance *Advice and counsel by telephone, in writing and in person regarding the organization and operation of the school *Methods of attracting and recruiting students, recruiting, interviewing and evaluating teaching staff *Effective ways of facing and solving problems (problem shooting), and difficulties arising from competition and other situations occurring during the operation of the school *Common programmes of education and teaching methods, methodology and training *Our experience, expertise and know - how *Exclusivity of territory *Selection criteria for the most suitable location, and advice on the furnishing, equipment, remodelling and decoration of premises. *Development and growth of your enterprise with the most flexible organization *Local and regional advertising and promotion *National advertising and publicity (through major TV channels, newspapers, radio stations, the Internet etc) *Continuous updates on current educational matters. *Complete educational support services *Automatic membership of the students in the Alexander Club (where they are entitled to benefits, discounts, participation in various activities etc.)
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    Operations International franchisees required to buy multiple units/master licenses

    Number of employees needed to run franchised unit: 2 - 10

    Absentee ownership of franchise is NOT allowed. (100% of current franchisees are owner/operators)

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    Expansion Plans
     
    Dale Carnegie Training Franchise
    Alexander Language Schools Franchise
    US Expansion Yes-
    Canada Expansion No-
    International Expansion Yes-

    Company Overviews

    About Dale Carnegie Training

    "How would you feel networking with the world's most refined business professionals, learning from them and making money while enjoying what you do?" - Ahmed El Daly, Franchisee, Egypt
    Dale Carnegie Training strives to build a strong, profitable name for all of our franchises globally, while remaining devoted to our mission statement: We support the growth of successful organizations by creating successful individuals through training and development solutions. The training industry is primarily comprised of fragmented small consulting firms and inefficient in-house training departments. The need for professional training organizations with proven track records is in great demand. As a franchisee, you will receive extensive training, support, benefits, and most importantly, a chance to profit from joining our team. 
    Veteran Incentives  50% off franchise fee
    "Entrepreneur
    #303 in Franchise 500 for 2020.
    #360 in Franchise 500 for 2021.


    About Alexander Language Schools

    Alexander/Athena Language Schools, ALS is now operating in more than 100 locations worldwide, as Foreign Language Schools teaching TOWER OF LONDON, GUARDEnglish and other languages. At the Alexander/Athena Schools we teach all levels of English leading to Proficiency. Other languages are also taught . The ages of students vary from 7 or 8 to 20 years old as well as adults/ businessmen in separate classes. Traditional and modern methods are combined to create the best and fastest result possible, with emphasis on four skills, Listening, Reading, Writing and Speaking. Although, in general, we try to keep an international organizational and educational system, at times we have to adapt it to the local requirements and customize our language programmes to suit the needs and demand in each country/area separately. Courses in other European or Asian languages are also taught on demand. WHAT WE OFFER General courses Regular Courses Courses for beginners Intensive Courses, Semi-Intensive Courses Pre-School Programmes (for 5-6-year- old children) Courses for Adults Qualified and experienced teachers Women teachers for Juniors Preparation courses according to the International English Language Testing System (IELTS)TOWER BRIDGE, LONDON Courses for the Cambridge University and Michigan University Examinations ( First Certificate in English-FCE, Certificate in Advanced English- CAE, Certificate of Proficiency in English- CPE , ECCE and ECPE, TOEFL) Books of the most recognized publishers such as OUP, Longman, BBC, etc are used. Audio Visual and Multimedia aids as well as access to the Internet are provided for our students Students may also learn computing as an extra curriculum activity Computer Assisted Language Learning (CALL) European languages are taught, such as English, Spanish, French, German, Italian, Portuguese, Russian, Swedish, Greek, Dutch etc. Asian languages are also taught such as Hindi, Chinese, Mandarin,Malay, Indonesian, Japanese, Korean etc, according to demand. Students are awarded certificates on their successful completion of attendance. We offer: Single Unit Franchise Multiple Unit Area/Region Franchise Master Franchise