Business

Entrepreneurship & Small Business (ESB)


Description
Unleash Your Inner Entrepreneur: CAN Academy's Entrepreneurship & Small Business Certification Course
Dream of owning your own business? This 5-week, self-paced online course empowers you with the practical skills and knowledge to launch and thrive in the world of entrepreneurship.

Turn Your Vision into Reality:

Master the Essentials: Learn everything from business concept development and market research to legal structures, financial management, and marketing strategies.

Prepare for Success: Get ready to confidently take the Entrepreneurial and Small Business (ESB) Certification exam, a nationally recognized credential validating your entrepreneurial competence.
Open Doors to Opportunity: The ESB Certification is valued by employers and investors, making you a competitive candidate for launching your own venture or pursuing exciting roles in established businesses.

The Market is Booming:

More than 30 million small businesses thrive in the US, fueling economic growth and job creation.
The self-employed workforce is projected to grow 27% by 2026, outpacing the average for all occupations.
Median annual wage for business and financial operations managers was $107,510 in 2023, with top earners exceeding $187,190.
Invest in Your Future:

No prior business experience required.

Affordable tuition designed to fit your budget.

Expert-led instruction: Learn from seasoned entrepreneurs and business professionals.

Interactive learning: Engage with real-world case studies, simulations, and practical exercises.
Don't wait, unleash your entrepreneurial spirit today!

Enroll in the CAN Academy Entrepreneurship & Small Business Certification Course and start building your path to success!
Content
  • Week 1
  • Let's Get to Know You! Why are you in this class?
  • How to Contact Your Instructor?
  • Learning Platforms Explained
  • Introduction to Microsoft Office 365
  • Microsoft TEAMS Tutorial
  • Talent LMS Learning Platform Tutorial
  • Overview of The ESB Program
  • Objective
  • Exam Objectives
  • Exam Length
  • Introduction
  • Defining an Entrepreneur
  • Week 2
  • Week 2 Overview
  • Choosing Your Business Structure
  • 4 Most Common Business Legal Structures
  • Compare Business Structures
  • ASSIGNMENT DAY 2
  • Week 3 9d
  • Entrepreneurial resources
  • Entrepreneur Resources and Financing
  • Lines of Credit and Micro Loans
  • Access to Capital for Entreprenuers
  • Becoming an entrepreneur
  • Identify and focus
  • Analyze Entrepreneurial Opportunity Evaluation
  • Fill A Demand
  • Make Something Better
  • Validate your startup idea
  • Minimum Viable Product
  • Business Plan
  • Value of an entrepreneur
  • Characteristics of an Entrepreneur
  • Characteristics continued
  • ASSIGNMENT DAY 1
  • Week 4 9d 15h
  • Opportunity Recognition
  • Recognizing and Evaluating Opportunity
  • Economic Value sample
  • Recognize Opportunities
  • Evaluating Opportunities
  • Steps to Evaluating Opportunities
  • Week 5 10d 1h
  • Requirements
  • Market Research
  • Competitive Analysis
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  • Evaluate Your Business Goals
Completion rules
  • All units must be completed
  • Leads to a certificate with a duration: 3 years