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Do you have a great business idea but don't know where to start? Or just want to build some practical business, finance and marketing skills for your future career? This course will guide you through everything from developing a business plan to the basics of finances and how to build an effective website. Our online, self-paced course teaches essential business skills, with one-on-one feedback from a finance and business expert. How does the course work? The course is fully online, self-paced to fit around existing commitments and can be started any time. Each week includes a short video and a practical (but theoretical!) task, taking around an hour in total. The course material is delivered via your online account on our website and we're on hand to answer any questions. We’re an Approved Activity Provider (AAP) for the skills section of The Duke of Edinburgh’s Award. Once you’ve finished, we’ll submit your personalised assessor’s report to your eDofE account and send you a certificate of achievement. What does the course cover? You’ll learn the core skills needed to launch your own business or boost your career, including how to: • Research your business idea and create a business plan. • Understand the basics of accounting and managing company finances. • Create a brand identity, including your name, domain and logo. • Build a website and pick a hosting platform. • Use SEO to rank on Google and market your business online.