Direct English vs Ultimate Drivers Franchise Comparison

Below is an in-depth analysis and side-by-side comparison of Direct English vs Ultimate Drivers including start-up costs and fees, business experience requirements, training & support and financing options.

Start-Up Costs and Fees
 
Direct English Franchise
Ultimate Drivers Franchise
Investment $100,000 - $500,000$45,000 - $65,000
Franchise Fee N/A$5,000 - $7,500
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Year Founded 19911993
Year Franchised 19972000
Term Of Agreement --
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Business Experience Requirements
 
Direct English Franchise
Ultimate Drivers Franchise
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Financing Options
 
Direct English Franchise
Ultimate Drivers Franchise
  In-House/3rd PartyIn-House/3rd Party
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Training & Support
 
Direct English Franchise
Ultimate Drivers Franchise
Training -A comprehensive 3-week training course is provided, covering such topics as: management & sales techniques/ operating systems & methods/ customer & employee relations/ local advertising & promotion.
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Expansion Plans
 
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Ultimate Drivers Franchise
US Expansion --
Canada Expansion -Yes
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Company Overviews

About Direct English

The global market for English language services is estimated to be worth $15billion per year. The demand for English language training has never been higher, and neither have the potential profits to be made.

Linguaphone Group has an extensive network of franchised partners around the world, offering adult English language courses via Direct English and children's English courses under the Pingu's English brand. We are always seeking successful strategic partners to join our global network of Master Franchisees. Whether you are an existing training or language provider, a well-established distributor in your market, or an entrepreneur looking for a new and rewarding business opportunity, we would like to hear from you. You can also contact us if you are interested in Unit Franchisee opportunities for a particular region of your country.

About Ultimate Drivers

Ultimate Drivers of Canada's success is built upon hard work, dedication to detail, uncompromising attention to safety, streamlined operations and the firm conviction that the customer is the boss. It is this mindset that we look for in a franchisee.
Your formula For Success
Are you energetic, enthusiastic & determined to put your management ability to work? Low capital costs, combined with significant recurring revenue centers are the answer in today's competitive marketplace. We provide you with, not only a "proven formula", but the tools necessary to put your skills to work! We "turnkey" your location from site selection to store opening. We negotiate the lease with the Landlord, sign the head lease & sublease the location to you. Our Operations team handles all aspects of design, decor & equipment requirements. Our expertise will add to your "on the job" training by not only setting up your franchise, but working with you to ensure a successful launch of your business, as well as providing on-going operational guidance.
 
We offer * Complete computerized business operation * Site selection * Financing assistance * In house course design * Government compliance review staff * Industry Operations Manual * Community Marketing Manual * Driving School interior signage package * Pooled advertising fund
 
In Canada, the franchise fee for a single classroom in populations of 50,000 or more is $7,500. This includes an exclusive territorial and video license fee. In populations less than 50,000, the franchise fee is $5,000.

All franchise fees include a four-week Young Drivers instructor training program for one person, a ten-day Young Drivers classroom teacher program for one person, and a five-day business management program for up to two people.

Additional classrooms within the exclusive franchise area are priced at $2,500. Classrooms outside the exclusive franchise area are $5,000 for populations of 50,000 or more and $3,000 for populations less than 50,000.

For franchising fees in countries other than Canada, please contact Peter Christianson at [email protected].