Introduction to Self-Employment & Entrepreneurship Workshop

Overview – This programme is designed to help individuals who are considering starting their own business to obtain and/or self employment. The programme will look at the characteristics of an entrepreneur and the tools that are required to successfully start a business in any industry sector. This programme is not industry specific, instead it provides information on the foundations for any business and is delivered in a practical manner.

The workshop will explore some of the key personal and professional tools required to start a business and will introduce participants to some basic concepts in order to commence the business planning process. Participant will be provided with information on the supports and guidance available to entrepreneurs in the current climate.

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Strategic Business Planning Essentials Workshop

Overview – This highly interactive programme provides participants to some basic business concepts in order to commence the business planning process.

Participants will gain a deep understanding of the essential elements of effective business planning. From setting clear goals and developing actionable strategies to financial forecasting and risk management, this workshop equips you with the tools and knowledge to craft a robust business plan that not only guides your organisation’s growth but also secures its future success.

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Why should I choose Optimum Limited training?

Optimum Limited provides a wide range of business development, consultancy and training, accredited and non-accredited to companies across all industry sectors, whilst also offering client-specific and scheduled training programmes. 

Since its establishment in 1990, Optimum has demonstrated a clear correlation between people development and the bottom line. This ethos has helped Optimum in establishing a portfolio of highly reputable clients in the private sector, state and local agencies, universities and professional bodies,nationally and internationally. As a preferred choice provider and partner to many of Ireland’s leading businesses, we have learned that the key to our success is putting their success first. Our focus is on building lasting partnerships that offer positive outcomes and an engaging and rewarding learning experience. 

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Who should apply for this course?

This programme is suitable for those considering starting a new business, or those with a business idea who wish to determine its potential.

What study options are available for this course?

Many of our courses are now available in a variety of classroom formats. All formats cover the same course content.

Live Virtual Online Classroom

Live lectures are delivered using Zoom (www.zoom.us) or MS Teams if requested. During these sessions, your tutors will use interactive learning elements to ensure an engaging learning experience. When appropriate, students will be encouraged to activate their video and microphones so that they can ask questions and enhance peer to peer learning

Online courses can be accessed from any computer or laptop with an internet connection.

In-Person and Onsite Classroom

Optimum Limited can provide in-company onsite training if requested. If there is not a classroom available, Optimum can provide a training room in the HQ Office in Dublin.

Optimum can also provide training in hotels conference rooms or room hires if requested.

On Demand

On Demand courses enable you to complete your course on your own time. Optimum have an e-learning platform called MyOptimum which includes a library of online on demand training programmes. This learning platform comprises of  pre-recorded videos and interactive powerpoints followed by activities designed to put the new information and concepts into practice through exercises, quizzes, forum participation and other activities.

How will this course benefit me?

This course will benefit someone by equipping them with essential skills, boosting their confidence and sets objectives and benchmarks: Proper planning helps a business set realistic objectives and assign stipulated time for those goals to be met. This results in long-term profitability

What are my payment and funding options?

Payment Options:

Payments can be made by EFT, PayPal or Stripe. If you need to pay by other forms of payment, please enquire with us and we can let you know if this is possible.

Funding Options:

Due to our experience and reputation, Optimum are part of many panels that provide funding opportunities to businesses in different sectors. Funding can range from 10% – 35% subsidy. Contact the Optimum Team for further information.

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How do I apply?

If you have any queries and require further information, we would be happy to chat to you. Contact us directly at hq@optimum.ie or talk to our team at (01) 672 8628

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