Online Business Workshops
Registration Information
For a complete listing of current workshops, see: Workshop Registration.
You may register online or call us at 218-726-7298 to register.
Training Partnerships
We partner with many government agencies and regional businesses to bring quality workshops to NE Minnesota.
The following business workshops are offered online by the UMD Center for Economic Development. These online workshops are abreviated versions of the workshops that are taught at UMD CED in 2-hour workshops. To attend the workshops at UMD CED select the "Register Online" option.
Starting a Business in Minnesota
Presenter: Richard E. Braun
Duration: 16 minutes
Have a great idea for a new business but don't know how to get started? Get valuable information about developing a business in the State of Minnesota .
Writing a Business Plan
Presenter: Richard E. Braun
Duration: 21 minutes
Don't know how or where to begin writing a business plan? This workshop covers the components needed to write an effective business plan including: the executive summary, business, market, organization and financial projections.
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SBA On-line Training Courses are available as well.
Link to How to Prepare a Loan Package presented by the SBA
Other business workshops are offered at UMD Center for Economic Development throughout the year so watch for other opportunities including:
- Tax-Savings and Record Keeping Tips for your Small Business
- Employer's Conference
- Selling Your Goods and Services to the State of Minnesota
- Government Procurement Week - several workshop offerings for dealing with government entities.
The Minnesota Small Business Development Center program is funded by the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA), the Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development, and the sponsors of regional and local centers. SBA's funding is not an endorsement of any products, opinions or services. Small Business Development Center services are provided without discrimination as to race, gender, color, creed, religion, disability, national origin, marital status, or sexual orientation. Upon prior request to the Small Business Development Center office from which services are sought, arrangements will be made to reasonably accommodate persons with disabilities.