While most people who own and run their own companies will say how rewarding it is, they will also tell you how busy and challenging it can be. Before making any plans, you need to be as prepared as possible for what’s ahead.
Turning a dream into a reality can be a daunting project, especially if you don’t have experience in setting up and running a business.
While most people who own and run their own companies will say how rewarding it is, they will also tell you how busy and challenging it can be. Before making any plans, you need to be as prepared as possible for what’s ahead.
To help you allay these worries and prepare you for the entrepreneurial world, we’ve compiled this Start Your Own Business course. Equip yourself with essential tools before you start planning to give yourself the best chance of success.
Requirements
International Open Academy courses are designed for anyone with an interest in learning. No formal qualifications are required to study with us.
Our courses are suitable if you want to learn new skills, start a new career, or if you’re already working in a particular industry and wish to upgrade your talents and enhance your resume.
Lessons:
Module 1: Preparation – Before You Start Your Business
Self-assessment. Are you an entrepreneur?
Market Research and competition analysis
Developing, assessing and testing your idea
Funding – how to finance your business idea
Availing of help
Module 2: Preparation – Introduction To Marketing
Income sources and pricing
Marketing, advertising, promotion
Building your marketing and sales strategy
Make full use of technology
Module 3: Setting Up Your Business
Your business structure
Business name, brands and intellectual property
Legislation/regulation/permissions
Registering the business
Module 4: Running Your Business
Budgets and cash flow
Accounting, record keeping and taxes
Business bank account and online banking
Arranging finance
Insurance
Premises
Home based business
Staff, motivation and training
Module 5: Business Plan
What is a business plan and why do you need one?
Sections in the business plan
Access help to write your plan
Module 6: Launching Your Business
Planning a successful business launch
Time management and delegation
Personal development
Building your business network
Our courses are created just for you. As all study is completed online, you can learn anywhere, anytime, exactly as it suits you. Get comfortable and let us guide you on your way to being a pro!
All our courses are accredited by the International Council for Online Educational Standards. The courses are structured into clearly defined topics, contain detailed written instruction with illustrations and you can see techniques in action in our close up videos.
Check out each course in more detail, choose which ones suit you and start building a fun and exciting new career today!
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