Short Courses

To assist the small business community in meeting the challenges of the business world, LEO Galway provide a wide range of high-quality training supports which are tailored to meet specific business requirements.

Whether you are starting a business or growing a business, there is something suitable for everyone.

Please find below the workshops which are currently scheduled. As capacity is limited, you must book your course in advance. You can book onto courses from the links below. If you wish to be added to the cancellation list of any course that is currently booked out, please contact info@leo.galwaycoco.ie.

Looking for our START YOUR OWN BUSINESS course? Click here

Cross Border Sales: Funding, Support and Advice - 11th May, 1pm to 2pm, Online

Whether you are a first-time exporter or seeking to grow your business in Northern Ireland, we will look at the opportunities open to Irish businesses in the Northern Ireland marketplace. We will set the scene and consider the practicalities of doing business in NI. We will highlight funding available to support your efforts to undertake market research, generate sales leads, tender support, through to accessing salary support for an on the ground sales person. BOOK HERE

Intro To TikTok For Businesses - 2nd June, 10am to 1pm, Online - €20

TikTok isn’t just for Gen Z anymore. Brands are hopping on the trends and seeing some serious results, and recent changes in how the platform works opens it up for business marketing. You will learn what is unique to the TikTok platform and how to engage audiences there. BOOK HERE

How to Sell on Amazon - Sept 3rd 10am to 1pm (Online)

In this programme we will go through the process of setting up and selling on the Amazon platform. 

We will look at the options available to us as sellers and some top tips to make sure our products sell.                        

https://galwayleo.clr.events/event/138711:how-to-sell-on-amazon-3rd-september-2026-online

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E-mail Marketing - Sept 8th & 9th 10am to 1pm (Online)                        

Email marketing is 40 times more effective in reaching your target market than almost any other form of marketing communication, and it can be done for a fraction of the cost of many other tactics. The buying process happens three times faster than social media.

https://galwayleo.clr.events/event/138849:email-marketing-8th-9th-september-2026-online

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Brand storytelling - Sept 17th 10am to 1pm (Online)

Perhaps you have noticed how Instagram has changed a lot over the past year, it’s all about reels now. Every day it seems to be becoming more and more like Tiktok. To enable customers to build deeper emotional connections with your business, in return leading to more sales, they are looking for more than what you are probably currently presenting to them.

https://galwayleo.clr.events/event/138850:brand-storytelling-in-2026-are-you-up-to-speed-17th-september-2026-online

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How to master your VAT return - Sept 22nd 10am to 1pm (Online)

This session is designed to provide practical guidance on various aspects of VAT management, ensuring compliance with Revenue requirements and covers essential aspects of VAT, bookkeeping, and reporting obligations. 

https://galwayleo.clr.events/event/138852:how-to-master-your-vat-return-22nd-september-2026-online

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Beginners Guide to social media - Sept 24th 10am to 1pm (Online)

Looking to improve your business marketing through social media? Join our beginner's social media training workshop webinars via zoom! In just a few hours, you'll learn the basics of social media marketing and how to use it to grow your business.

https://galwayleo.clr.events/event/138853:beginners-guide-to-social-media-for-your-business-24th-september-2026-online

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Marketing Techniques for your Business - Sept 29th & Oct 6th 10am to 1pm (Online)

Learn how to market your business. Find out how to identify your market segment, analyze, decide and plan the most effective marketing strategy for your business. Learn various marketing and PR techniques, including Guerilla Marketing. 

https://galwayleo.clr.events/event/138854:marketing-techniques-for-your-business-29th-september-6th-october-2026-online

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Auto Enrolment Workshop - Oct 1st 10am to 1pm (Online) 

The objective of this workshop is to provide a comprehensive understanding of Ireland's auto-enrolment scheme, including its purpose, requirements, implementation timeline, and the responsibilities of both employers and employees. This workshop will give participants a better understanding of Auto-Enrolment Pensions.

https://galwayleo.clr.events/event/138882:auto-enrolment-workshop-1st-october-2026-online

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Using Canva Like a Pro - Oct 8th 10am to 1pm (Online)

Canva is an easy-to-use graphic design software platform that allows any business to create eye catching and engaging on-line graphics and video content. This training workshop is a comprehensive step by step demonstration how to effectively use Canva to create high quality graphics, gifs, video stories, etc, using stock and original assets.

https://galwayleo.clr.events/event/138855:using-canva-like-a-pro-8th-october-2026-online

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Preparation for Craft fairs/Shows - Oct 13th 10am to 1pm (Online)

This half day workshop will include the following

  • The Product Range
  • Presentation of the Stand
  • Presentation of the Exhibitor
  • All Paperwork - ie Invoices; Business Cards etc
  • Terms of Trading
  • Costing & Pricing of Products
  • VAT, if applicable
  • Follow up after the Show / Fair

https://galwayleo.clr.events/event/138856:preparation-for-craft-fairs-shows-13th-october-2026-online

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How to Create Christmas Themed Marketing Videos - Oct 15th & 22nd 10am to 1pm (Online) 

This course is aimed at any business that would like to learn how to develop and create their own cost effective marketing videos using just your smartphone, tablet or computer, on a shoe string budget.

https://galwayleo.clr.events/event/138857:how-to-create-christmas-themed-marketing-videos-15th-22nd-october-2026-online

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Etsy & Shopify - Oct 19th 10am to 1pm (Online)   

Cottage industries and crafters need markets to sell their wares, learn how to set up an online store in the simplest way possible using Etsy or Shopify. Find out which suits your offering. Learn how to write descriptions that maximise interest and sales. How to nurture your customers after they have bought from you. The importance of story in selling work.       

https://galwayleo.clr.events/event/138720:etsy-and-shopify-19th-october-2026-online

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Online Revenue Returns - Oct 27th & 28th 10am to 1pm (Online)

This workshop will demonstrate the 3 steps to becoming a ROS customer, use ROS to its full potential, learn how to file a return online, upload content, make payments and use the inbox facility. Workshop facility to complete revenue forms as required.

https://galwayleo.clr.events/event/138858:online-revenue-returns-27th-28th-october-2026-online

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