Do you have a great business idea but not quite sure how to get your small business started? The six-course Small Business Certificate Series training addresses the top areas you'll need to get started.

Complete the four core courses, then hone your skills in the area of your choice by taking two of the elective courses. Students must attend 90% of each class in the series to fulfill the certificate requirements and receive an institutional certificate.

Core Courses:

  • How to Start and Operate a Small Business 
  • How to Develop a Business Plan 
  • Accounting and Record Keeping in a Small Business 
  • How to Promote and Market Your Business 

Elective Courses (Choose two of the elective courses)

  • Basic Bookkeeping 
  • Search Engine Marketing Optimization 
  • Social, Local, Mobile, and Email Marketing 
  • Branding, Logos, and Multimedia 
  • QuickBooks Online 

Students who complete the Small Business Certificate Series will receive five (5) free hours of specialized business consulting with the Collin Small Business Development Center, including free in-depth market research reports.

Upon successful completion of all requirements, email CECertificate@collin.edu to request your certificate. Please allow up to four (4) weeks to receive your certificate.

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