Business Workshops, Webinars, Training, Conferences, Networking Events | Duquesne University SBDC

Business Workshops, Webinars, Training, Conferences, Networking Events

Our Workshops

The Duquesne University SBDC offers a variety of entrepreneur events and classes from our First Step workshops to our annual Opportunity Knocks event and our Business Growth Conference.

We are sure there is an event that will help you start or grow your business!



Refund Policy

If you are unable to attend a workshop, please contact our office at least five business days in advance of the workshop to receive a full refund. Notifications received after that time (until the day of the workshop), a credit will be given towards a future Duquesne University SBDC workshop within a year from the registration date.

No credit or refund will be given on notifications after the workshop starts. No credit or refund will be given on no-show situation.

Normative Leadership: The "HOW TO" Science of Culture Change - Butler County
Apr
23rd
Wednesday, April 23rd : 9:00 AM - 4:00 AM

Normative Leadership: The "HOW TO" Science of Culture Change - Butler County

Learn to manage technology distractions, unify employees, boost accountability, improve inter-departmental communication, and handle difficult employees.

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Emerging Social Media Trends (webinar)
Apr
23rd
Wednesday, April 23rd : 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Emerging Social Media Trends (webinar)

Come for Emerging Social Media Trends, as Digital Marketing Strategist Ray Sidney-Smith walks you through the trends and the latest forecasts!

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First Step: Business Essentials (Peters Township)
Apr
23rd
Wednesday, April 23rd : 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

First Step: Business Essentials (Peters Township)

Taking the initial step can be scary, but the Duquesne SBDC will help you create a strong business plan so you know the exact steps needed to create a business.

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Achieve Digital Advertising Success in 2025 (webinar)
Apr
24th
Thursday, April 24th : 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM

Achieve Digital Advertising Success in 2025 (webinar)

This workshop is for small business owners and marketing professionals who want to dominate online advertising and crush their 2025 goals.

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Principles of Business Management for Small Business Owners (in-person and online)
Apr
29th
Tuesday, April 29th - Wednesday, April 30th : 9:00 AM - 12:30 PM

Principles of Business Management for Small Business Owners (in-person and online)

Join Duquesne SBDC for two-day interactive workshop designed to equip entrepreneurs and small business owners with essential business management skills.

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QuickBooks Online Version (in-person) at Pittsburgh Airport Area Chamber of Commerce
Apr
30th
Wednesday, April 30th : 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

QuickBooks Online Version (in-person) at Pittsburgh Airport Area Chamber of Commerce

QuickBooks is one of the best solutions to small businesses' accounting needs. It is the most widely used small business accounting software.

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Improving Your Sales by Better Managing Your Data (in-person and live-stream)
Apr
30th
Wednesday, April 30th : 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM

Improving Your Sales by Better Managing Your Data (in-person and live-stream)

Learn how to better manage and utilize your own business information to maximize your sales and growth

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First Step: Business Essentials (Wexford) (in-person)
May
6th
Tuesday, May 6th : 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

First Step: Business Essentials (Wexford) (in-person)

A workshop on how to start a small business and an outline of the required process.

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First Step: Business Essentials (Butler) (in-person)
May
7th
Wednesday, May 7th : 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

First Step: Business Essentials (Butler) (in-person)

Taking the initial step can be scary, but the Duquesne SBDC will help you create a strong business plan!

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First Step: Business Essentials (COhatch Southside Works) (in-person)
May
8th
Thursday, May 8th : 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

First Step: Business Essentials (COhatch Southside Works) (in-person)

Taking the initial step start or grow your business can be daunting. We can help create a strong business plan with steps needed to create a strong business.

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