Workshops | Duquesne University SBDC | Business Education & Training

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.

Digital Marketing Basics for the Small Business Owner (webinar)
Nov
4th
Wednesday, November 4th : 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM

Digital Marketing Basics for the Small Business Owner (webinar)

Empower your small business with digital marketing basics. Learn SEO, websites, Google Business Profile, social media, content strategy, email, and ads.

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Go Global: Export Marketing, Finding International Distributors (webinar)
Nov
10th
Tuesday, November 10th : 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM

Go Global: Export Marketing, Finding International Distributors (webinar)

Discover how to identify, evaluate, and support international distributors. Free webinar for businesses looking to start or expand exporting.

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First Step: Business Essentials (Pittsburgh) (in-person and online)
Nov
12th
Thursday, November 12th : 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

First Step: Business Essentials (Pittsburgh) (in-person and online)

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

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Get Your Website Reviewed (webinar)
Nov
18th
Wednesday, November 18th : 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Get Your Website Reviewed (webinar)

Join a live website review workshop and get expert feedback on web design, SEO, usability, and strategies to improve your online presence.

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First Step: Business Essentials (Lawrence) (in-person)
Nov
19th
Thursday, November 19th : 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

First Step: Business Essentials (Lawrence) (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 (Coraopolis) (in-person)
Nov
19th
Thursday, November 19th : 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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

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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The Formula for Social Media Success (webinar)
Dec
1st
Tuesday, December 1st : 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 (Beaver) (in-person)
Dec
9th
Wednesday, December 9th : 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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