Start Your Own Business Programme:

This Start Your Own Business course has been developed for those who are thinking of starting a small business or those who have a business that is running less than 2 years.

The Course:

This programme will provide individuals who are seeking to start their own business with the skills, management tools and expertise in making the right decisions, planning and organising effectively. It will help individuals gauge what will be required in order to keep their new venture running effectively and efficiently. 

The course has been designed to build your practical business skills in the following areas: 

• Entrepreneurship
• Preparing a Business Plan
• Legal Issues for Start Ups & GDPR
• Market Research & Marketing
• Digital Marketing & Social Media
• Finance - Cash flow, Profit & Loss & Ratio Analysis
• Taxation

Please Note: 

• This training is for businesses currently trading or planning on trading in Waterford City or County. If you are based outside of Waterford please contact the relevant LEO to access a similar service. A full listing of LEO offices are available by following this link - Find Your Local Enterprise Office
• By booking this course you agree to share your booking details with the trainer.
• Lunch will be provided - please let us know if you have any dietary requirements. 

Course Schedule:  09:30 - 16:30pm each day 

Day 1 - Wed 28th Oct

Day 2 - Wed 04th Nov

Day 3 - Wed 11th Nov

Day 4 - Wed 18th Nov

Day 5 - Wed 25th Nov

Delivery Method

This training will take place in person, at the Waterford Enterprise Centre.

Training Partner:

Talentpool's facilitators are highly qualified and are also entrepreneurs with an enviable track record of enterprise start-ups, business management and financial management. Talentpool is a QQI registered training provider, they have been issuing qualifications on the National Framework of Qualifications since 2011.  They provide training, mentoring, coaching and consultancy in a range of key areas that support businesses and their employees. They also support individuals looking to start a business and those who want to learn practical business skills to enhance employment prospects in changing times.

Two factor authorisation is required when booking; please ensure you have this set up with your bank. If you experience any difficulties regarding payment, please contact the LEO office at 051 849905 for assistance.