Online Learning

This module will help you assess yourself as a potential business owner and determine the feasibility of your business idea. It also looks at three approaches to going into business – starting a business, buying a franchise, and buying a business.

This module will help you with your business plan. It discusses reasons to develop a plan, what to include (executive summary, company information, product/service, HR, marketing, operations, and financial plans), and tips for writing a successful plan.

This module describes potential funding options (including family & friends, angel investors, loans, specialized grants, local sources), and what the various financing sources look for from the individuals / businesses they fund.

This video describes the SBIR (Small Business Innovation Research) and STTR (Small Business Technology Transfer) programs, including definitions, eligibility, solicitations, proposal process, benefits, and assistance available from the SBTDC.

Learn about the 2022 One North Carolina Small Business Program which consists of SBIR / STTR Phase I Incentive Fund and Matching Fund Programs that provide early stage companies with important gap funding. This video will help you understand if you are eligible, how to apply, and when you might receive funding.

SBA’s online learning programs are designed to empower and educate small business owners every step of the way.