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.

FLSA Protections to Pump at Work (webinar)
Jul
30th
Tuesday, July 30th : 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM

FLSA Protections to Pump at Work (webinar)

PUMP Act: Under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA), most nursing employees have the right to reasonable break time and a place.

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Small Business Insights from the IRS (in-person and live-stream)
Jul
31st
Wednesday, July 31st : 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM

Small Business Insights from the IRS (in-person and live-stream)

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

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Understanding Product Liability and Risk Management (in-person and live-stream)
Aug
1st
Thursday, August 1st : 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM

Understanding Product Liability and Risk Management (in-person and live-stream)

Product liability Insurance, also known as products-completed operations insurance, provides solid protection for your business.

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The Formula for Social Media Success (Webinar)
Aug
6th
Tuesday, August 6th : 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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Photography Basics: In The Field (in-person)
Aug
6th
Tuesday, August 6th : 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Photography Basics: In The Field (in-person)

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

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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Planning for the Business Owner (in-person and live-stream)
Aug
8th
Thursday, August 8th : 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Planning for the Business Owner (in-person and live-stream)

During this workshop, we'll discuss many of the issues faced by closely held business owners today.

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First Step: Business Essentials (Butler) (in-person)
Aug
8th
Thursday, August 8th : 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 (Pittsburgh) (in-person & live stream)
Aug
13th
Tuesday, August 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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Get Your Website Reviewed (Webinar)
Aug
14th
Wednesday, August 14th : 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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