Our START YOUR OWN BUSINESS course covers EVERYTHING you need to know about setting up your own business.

Note:  This course is conveniently scheduled for evenings so it is suitable for people working during the day. 

Module 1 - The Entrepreneur

• Entrepreneurial Self Assessment
• Unlocking Your Business Vision
• SWOT Analysis
• Business Plan Development

Module 2 - Legal Structures & VAT

• Sole Trader vs Limited Company
• Registering Your Business
• Registering Your Business Name
• Introduction to VAT

Module 3 - Marketing

• Market Research & Validation
• Ideal Customer Profile Development
• Developing a Brand for your Business
• Marketing Communication Strategy

Module 4 - Managing Your Business

• Pricing Your Product or Service
• Operational Planning
• Digitalisation
• Use of AI in your Business

Module 5 - Tax

• Income Tax
• Corporation Tax
• Planning for Tax Return
• Record Keeping & Allowance Expenses

Module 6 - Financing Your Business

• Sources of Finance
• Financial Projections
• Cashflow Management
• Credit Management
• LEO Supports

Free One to One Meeting with Trainer upon completion of course

This training will be delivered by Gateway Consulting

PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS COURSE WILL BE DELIVERED ONLINE

This course is FREE of charge to participants from County Offaly.