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Starting your Own Business – Introduction

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Select Status Course Code Date Duration Time Location Costs
Available for enrolment NA00238O/2 Tue 21 Apr 2026 5 Weeks 10:00 - 13:00
Skipton £ 0*
EnquirePlease Enquire NA00238O/3 Tue 2 Jun 2026 5 Weeks 10:00 - 13:00
Keighley £ 0*

* Fee remission may be available for this course, visit Fees and Funding for further information

Turn your business idea into reality with the essential skills, tools and confidence to get started.

Thinking about launching your own business, but not sure where to begin? This practical, beginner‑friendly course introduces the key foundations you need to plan, prepare and confidently take your first steps as an entrepreneur. You’ll explore the core elements involved in building a strong and sustainable start‑up, including:

  • Business start‑up planning
  • Building a successful brand
  • Introduction to finance
  • Social media essentials

Designed for aspiring entrepreneurs and those looking to turn an idea into a viable business, this course offers clear guidance on the crucial decisions you’ll need to make early on. You’ll gain practical tips, real‑world insight, and helpful strategies to increase your chances of getting it right the first time.

Entry Requirements

  • No previous experience is required.

Further Study

  • Creating a Business Start-up Level 2 Certificate

Part-time courses are term-time only.
See our term dates for further information.


Did you know that some of our courses are free if you earn less than £25,750 living in West Yorkshire, North Yorkshire & Lancashire?


Distance Learning call 01756 693 800 or email distancelearning@craven-college.ac.uk

Courses in the community call 01756 693 800 or email communitylearning@craven-college.ac.uk

All other Part-time courses call 01756 693 309 or email parttime@craven-college.ac.uk

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