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.

The Formula for Social Media Success (webinar)
Feb
4th
Tuesday, February 4th : 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

The Formula for Social Media Success (webinar)

Our simple but comprehensive Social Media workshop will help you learn how to prioritize things and give you a clear formula to be successful on Social Media!

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First Step: Business Essentials (Wexford) (in-person)
Feb
4th
Tuesday, February 4th : 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)
Feb
6th
Thursday, February 6th : 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)
Feb
6th
Thursday, February 6th : 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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Get Your Website Reviewed (webinar)
Feb
12th
Wednesday, February 12th : 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Get Your Website Reviewed (webinar)

In this session, Web design experts will look at each participants' website and help them improve their design and optimize their websites for search engines.

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First Step: Business Essentials (Pittsburgh)  (in-person & live stream)
Feb
13th
Thursday, February 13th : 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

First Step: Business Essentials (Pittsburgh) (in-person & live stream)

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

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Normative Leadership Series: Part 1 - Introduction to Normative Cultures and Leadership Management (in-person)
Feb
19th
Wednesday, February 19th : 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Normative Leadership Series: Part 1 - Introduction to Normative Cultures and Leadership Management (in-person)

Normative Leadership program ideal for new/seasoned supervisors, managers, administrators, coaches and anyone in leadership position, or aspiring to be leader.

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Small Business Insights from the IRS (webinar)
Feb
19th
Wednesday, February 19th : 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM

Small Business Insights from the IRS (webinar)

Provides essential information to help small business owners effectively navigate their tax responsibilities and optimize their benefits.

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First Step Business Essentials (Beaver) (in-person)
Feb
19th
Wednesday, February 19th : 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM

First Step Business Essentials (Beaver) (in-person)

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

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SBA Lending Basics and Lender Match: Tools for Business Success (Webinar)
Feb
20th
Thursday, February 20th : 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM

SBA Lending Basics and Lender Match: Tools for Business Success (Webinar)

SBA Lending Basics and Lender Match: Tools for Business Success - overview of SBA lending programs available to small business entrepreneurs.

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