Free Online Classes From The Small Business Administration
Learn how to start your own business with the free online classes offered by the Small Business Administration (SBA).
The list below is just a taste of all the available online courses from the SBA. Each course is self-paced for the most part, and should only take you about 30 minutes to finish.
Starting a Business
- Small Business Primer: Guide to Starting a Business
- How to Prepare a Business Plan
- Franchising Basics
- Technology 101: A Small Business Guide
Surviving in a Down Economy
- Down-Shifting in a Slowing Economy: Business Planning Guide
- Business Opportunities: A Guide to Winning Federal Contracts
- Investing in Small Business: 2009 Recovery Act
- Recovery Act 2009 (en Espanol)
Business Management
- Crime Prevention: A Guide for Small Business
- How to Prepare a Business Plan
- Disaster Recovery: Guide to SBA’s Disaster Assistance Programs
- Retirement Planning
Financing and Accounting
- Finance Primer: Guide to SBA’s Loan Guaranty Programs
- How to Prepare a Loan Package
- Assessing Financial Needs
- Introduction to Accounting
Government Contracting
- Business Opportunities: A Guide to Winning Federal Contracts
- INSIGHT: Guide to the 8(a) Business Development Program
- Government Contracting Workshop
E-Commerce
- Technology 101: A Small Business Guide
- Building Your Website
- Managing the Digital Enterprise
Federal Tax Training
- Economic Stimulus Briefing
I would love to start my own art center for kids and adults in my town. A studio where art classes are offered for all ages. I know I would have to lease a studio space and advertise. I am also 22 years old and have about 2 years of college. I don’t know if people would take me seriously, but I am passionate about art and what I do. If anyone could give me any tips that would be great..and I don’t need anyone telling me they made millions with their online business or some junk like that.