TakuEcom Anytime Anywhere

Chapter 1 introduces TakuEcom in simple, easy-to-understand language. As the first of four chapters, it includes practical, hands-on activities to help you explore how TakuEcom works and how it can support your business.

In this Chapter, you’ll get ready to use TakuEcom by meeting Tai Moana, learning about his business, and understanding the challenges he faces when customers don't pay on time. You’ll also learn what TakuEcom is, how it works, and what it means to become a BCI merchant.

Note: This course is a general guide only. While every effort has been made to ensure accuracy, learners are encouraged to seek their own advice where needed. For additional support, please contact the Bank of the Cook Islands.

Chapter 1: Your TakuEcom Journey Begins

Lesson 1: TakuEcom Course Overview 

Lesson 2: From Challenge to Solution - Tai's TakuEcom Journey

Lesson 3: What is TakuEcom?

Lesson 4: How TakuEcom Works 

Lesson 5: Quick Quiz!

Lesson 6: Business Readiness with TakuEcom

Lesson 7: Let's Reflect!

Lesson 8: Merchant Application - What to Prepare

Chapter 1: Getting Started with TakuEcom

This chapter guides you step by step through the process of becoming a BCI Merchant. It includes key information on merchant safety and security, and helps you understand what to prepare and what to consider before applying to become a merchant. Chapter 2 provides clear guidance on what’s required and what to expect when applying for BCI’s Merchant Payment Services, along with a quiz to check your understanding. By the end of the chapter, you’ll feel informed, confident, and ready to move forward with your Merchant application.

Chapter 2: Learning Outcomes - Becoming a Merchant.

Lesson 1: Applying to be a BCI Merchant – Step-by-Step Guide

Lesson 2: Your Responsibilities as a BCI Merchant

Lesson 3: Knowledge Check & Quiz

Lesson 4: Merchant Safety & Security 

Lesson 5: Knowledge Check & Quiz 

Chapter 2: Applying to become a Merchant

In Chapter 2, you have learnt how to apply to become a Merchant. Chapter 3: You’re officially a merchant! In this section, we’ll help you get your Merchant Portal account set up. Then we take you through the different payment types that work best for your business. This chapter focuses on setting up your payment options. We explain the payment methods available, and how to configure your payment settings to suit your business needs. You’ll learn how to connect your merchant account and ensure your payment options are set up securely and correctly. By the end of this chapter, you’ll have a clear understanding of how to use TakuEcom to accept payments confidently and efficiently.

Learning Outcomes - Setting up TakuEcom Merchant Portal

Lesson 1: TakuEcom Merchant Portal Readiness

Lesson 2: Setting up Your TakuEcom Merchant Portal 

Lesson 3: Let's Reflect!

Lesson 4: Setting Up TakuEcom Payment Types

Lesson 5: Knowledge Check & Quiz

Chapter 3: Merchant Portal Set up and Payment Types

This chapter provides an overview of managing payments using the TakuEcom Dashboard / Merchant Portal. You can explore how to monitor transactions, understand payment statuses, download reports and see a list of your payments easily. This lesson focus on building awareness, confidence, and good practices for everyday payment management.

Lesson 1: Why Monitoring Transactions Matter

Lesson 2: TakuEcom Dashboard - Viewing & Monitoring Transactions

Lesson 3: TakuEcom Reports

Lesson 4: How to Process Refunds

Lesson 5: Final Knowledge Check & Quiz

Chapter 4: Managing Payments with TakuEcom

This course introduces small business owners and entrepreneurs in the Cook Islands to the essentials of e-commerce using the TakuEcom platform. Participants will learn how to set up a BCI Merchant Account, create and set up your payment links, and accept secure online payment, even without a website.The course covers:<ul><li>Understanding TakuEcom and how it works</li><li>Step-by-step guidance for applying for a merchant account</li><li>Practical exercises for creating payment links, and sharing these with customers</li><li>Interactive quizzes and hands-on learning to reinforce knowledge and build confidence.</li></ul>By the end of the course, you will be equipped with the skills and confidence to sell your products and services online, accept payments, and grow your business in the digital space.Please note: This course is designed as a general guide to using TakuEcom. While every effort has been made to ensure the information is clear and accurate, learners are encouraged to carry out their own research and seek independent advice where appropriate. For further assistance or support, please contact the Bank of the Cook Islands.

Course Introduction TakuEcom.mp4

Get an introduction to the TakuEcom e-commerce program. Learn how it helps small businesses in the Cook Islands sell online, set up merchant accounts, create payment links, and start accepting secure online payments today.

TakuEcom: Practical e-Commerce for SMEs

Mereani Talbot

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