Whether you're just starting out with a big idea, already have a business and need a bit of help, or you're just curious about what it takes to run a business, this course is for you.

This course covers basics of starting a business in easy-to-understand language. You'll learn the difference between a hobby and a business and figure out if your idea could make a good business. We'll help you discover your strengths and skills, and how they fit into your business plan.

Contents

Hobby vs Business
What does a business need?
Benefits of having a business
Business plan
Marketing overview
Branding
Financial care overview
Business community
Strengths, weaknesses, opportunities & challenges

Steps to access the course:

Please click on this LINK and it will take you our enrollment page.

(By clicking the link, you will be taken to our online learning platform hosted by SSI. Ignite is an endorsed SSI social enterprise.)

Fill in the details, submit and you will have open access to the course.

Download our Business Plan on a Page. (Don't worry if you cannot download it now, you will have access to it throughout the course)

To remember:

You can work through the course at your own pace. Leaving and coming back whenever it suits you.
The course can be done on a laptop computer, desktop computer or mobile device.
You will also have access to resource documents and templates throughout the course.

If you have any questions or need support, please feel free to reach out via ignite@ssi.org.au or 0401 310 648 (during business hours).

Want to join our monthly live virtual workshop? Find out more here.

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