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Small business courses can help you learn financial management, marketing strategies, customer service techniques, and operational efficiency. You can build skills in budgeting, social media marketing, and effective communication with clients and suppliers. Many courses introduce tools like QuickBooks for accounting, Canva for marketing materials, and CRM software for managing customer relationships, showing how these skills can streamline operations and enhance business growth.

Popular Small Business Courses and Certifications


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    Knowledge Accelerators

    ChatGPT for Work: Productivity & Automation with Custom GPTs

    Skills you'll gain: AI Workflows, ChatGPT, Agentic Workflows, Prompt Patterns, Workflow Management, Email Automation, Prompt Engineering, Data Ethics, OpenAI, AI literacy, Generative AI Agents, Prompt Engineering Tools, Artificial Intelligence, AI Integrations, LLM Application, Organizational Skills, Process Optimization, Business Communication, Critical Thinking and Problem Solving, Project Planning

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    Automated Report Generation with Generative AI

    Skills you'll gain: Report Writing, Digital Transformation, Automation, Generative AI, Business Reporting, Business Process Automation, Operational Efficiency, Artificial Intelligence, Data Collection, Data Literacy

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    EDUCBA

    Master Bean Balance: Apply, Manage & Analyze Accounting

    Skills you'll gain: Accounting Software, Ledgers (Accounting), Accounting and Finance Software, Accounting Records, Small Business Accounting, Accounting Systems, Balancing (Ledger/Billing), Payroll Processing, Financial Statements, Payroll Systems, Accounting, Financial Statement Analysis, Cash Handling, Bookkeeping, Payroll Administration, Financial Reporting, Financial Acumen, Payroll, Standard Accounting Practices, Business Reporting

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    Social Media and Brand Engagement

    Skills you'll gain: Content Scheduling, Social Media Management, Brand Awareness, Social Media Content, Social Media Marketing, Social Media Strategy, Social Media Campaigns, Brand Management, Brand Marketing, Brand Strategy, Marketing Effectiveness, Content Marketing, Digital Advertising, Email Marketing, Digital Marketing, Search Engine Optimization, Google Analytics, Communication, AI Enablement, Generative AI

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Skillshare

    Canva Design Essentials

    Skills you'll gain: Canva (Software), Typography, Logo Design, Style Guides, Graphic Design, Graphic and Visual Design, Color Theory, Design, Motion Graphics, Branding, AI powered creativity, Computer Graphic Techniques, Visual Design, Digital Design, Creative Design, Design Elements And Principles, Content Creation, Photo Editing, File Management, Layout Design

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    35 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Knowledge Accelerators

    Excel Basics for Beginners: Workbooks, Formatting, Charts and Core Skills

    Skills you'll gain: Data Presentation, Data Entry, Data Processing, Data Science, Organizational Skills, Business Analytics, Data Management, Business Intelligence, Microsoft 365, Productivity Software, Record Keeping, Customer Data Management, Productivity, Financial Analysis, Marketing Planning, Project Management, Event Planning

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    Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Alex Genadinik

    50-Point Website SEO Audit

    Skills you'll gain: Search Engine Optimization, Web Analytics and SEO, Keyword Research, Web Analytics, Auditing, Frontend Performance, Content Strategy, Content Optimization, Performance Tuning, Digital Marketing Tools, Performance Metric

    Mixed · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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    Packt

    QuickBooks Online - Real-World Skills

    Skills you'll gain: QuickBooks (Accounting Software), Accounting Software, Bookkeeping, Financial Reporting, Accounting, Business Reporting, Accounting Records, General Accounting, Accounting and Finance Software, Small Business Accounting, Reconciliation, Standard Accounting Practices, Accounting Systems, Sales Process, Accounts Payable, Billing & Invoicing, Financial Statements, Expense Management, Automation, Data Import/Export

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Packt

    WordPress 101 - The Complete Guide

    Skills you'll gain: WordPress, Web Design, Web Analytics and SEO, Content Management Systems, Web Content, Frontend Performance, Cloud Hosting, Web Servers, Web Development, Security Controls, Content Management, Application Security, Computing Platforms, Software Installation, Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), User Accounts

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera

    Fundamentals of Management: Leading Teams to Success

    Skills you'll gain: Management Training And Development, Trustworthiness, Team Building, Team Performance Management, Team Leadership, Team Management, Leadership and Management, Rapport Building, Employee Onboarding, Team Collaboration, Organizational Leadership, Leadership, Leadership Development, People Management, Employee Coaching, Drive Engagement, Recognizing Others, Coaching, Planning, Communication

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    EDUCBA

    Content & Social Media Marketing

    Skills you'll gain: Content Marketing, Social Media Marketing, Social Media, Web Analytics and SEO, Content Management, Content Management Systems, Social Media Management, Social Media Content, Content Strategy, Social Media Strategy, LinkedIn, Digital Marketing Tools, Marketing Strategies, Persona Development, Content Development and Management, Storytelling, Search Engine Optimization, Productivity, Social Media Campaigns, Social Media Analytics

    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera

    Create website videos with Canva

    Skills you'll gain: Product Demonstration, Web Content, Video Production, Marketing Materials, Graphic Design, Data Visualization, Content Creation, Shared Media, Video Editing, Web Design, Storytelling, Content Marketing

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    Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular small business courses

  • ChatGPT for Work: Productivity & Automation with Custom GPTs: Knowledge Accelerators
  • Automated Report Generation with Generative AI: Coursera
  • Master Bean Balance: Apply, Manage & Analyze Accounting: EDUCBA
  • Social Media and Brand Engagement: Coursera
  • Canva Design Essentials: Skillshare
  • Excel Basics for Beginners: Workbooks, Formatting, Charts and Core Skills: Knowledge Accelerators
  • 50-Point Website SEO Audit: Alex Genadinik
  • QuickBooks Online - Real-World Skills: Packt
  • WordPress 101 - The Complete Guide: Packt
  • Fundamentals of Management: Leading Teams to Success: Coursera

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