Starting a Business 3: Customers and Competitors

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Brief Introduction

Find out how understanding and targeting your market can help your business stand out from the crowd.

Course Summary

This course provides a comprehensive guide to starting a business. Students will learn how to develop a business plan, conduct market research, and acquire funding. The course also covers legal and financial aspects of starting a business.

Key Learning Points

  • Learn how to develop a business plan
  • Conduct market research to identify potential customers
  • Acquire funding for your business
  • Understand legal and financial aspects of starting a business

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Learning Outcomes

  • Develop a comprehensive business plan
  • Conduct effective market research
  • Acquire funding for your business

Prerequisites or good to have knowledge before taking this course

  • No prior experience required
  • Basic understanding of business concepts

Course Difficulty Level

Beginner

Course Format

  • Online self-paced course
  • Video lectures
  • Interactive quizzes

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  • Entrepreneurship: From Idea to Launch
  • Starting a Business

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Requirements

  • This course is part of the   which has been specifically designed for students at schools and colleges. They provide a taster of undergraduate study at the University of Leeds and help students to decide which subject to study at university. Completion of the courses will also enhance students’ university applications. The courses can also be used as a teachers’ classroom enrichment resource. Courses in this collection are also great for people that want an introduction in the specific subjects discussed in each course.

Outline

  • Understanding your market Welcome Customers and competitors Ashleigh's business challenge Summary Realising your vision About week 2 Your turn Your Business plan What next?

Summary of User Reviews

Learn how to start a successful business with this comprehensive online course. Reviews indicate that the course is highly informative and engaging, with a focus on practical skills and real-world examples. Users particularly appreciate the interactive elements of the course, including quizzes and case studies.

Key Aspect Users Liked About This Course

Interactive elements of the course, including quizzes and case studies

Pros from User Reviews

  • Highly informative and engaging
  • Practical skills and real-world examples
  • Great for beginners
  • Excellent support from instructors
  • Flexible and easy to fit into a busy schedule

Cons from User Reviews

  • Some users found the course content to be too basic
  • Limited opportunities for interaction with other students
  • No accreditation or certification
  • Some technical issues with the online platform
  • Course materials could be more visually appealing
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Sarah Underwood
University of Leeds
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