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.

Get Your Website Reviewed (webinar)
Mar
11th
Wednesday, March 11th : 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 Airport Area Chamber of Commerce) (in-person)
Mar
11th
Wednesday, March 11th : 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM

First Step Business Essentials (Pittsburgh Airport Area Chamber of Commerce) (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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Achieve Online Advertising Success - Without the Chaos (in-person and online)
Mar
12th
Thursday, March 12th : 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM

Achieve Online Advertising Success - Without the Chaos (in-person and online)

Discover how to fix unpredictable ads and create consistent lead flow. Join our in-person and online workshop to simplify your ads, funnels, and ROI tracking

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Digital Marketing Basics for the Small Business Owner
Mar
18th
Wednesday, March 18th : 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM

Digital Marketing Basics for the Small Business Owner

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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First Step Business Essentials (Enterprise) (in-person)
Mar
18th
Wednesday, March 18th : 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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

An in-person workshop on how to start a small business and an outline of the required process. This information is helpful for everyone: those that are familiar

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First Step Business Essentials (Pittsburgh) (in-person & live stream)
Mar
19th
Thursday, March 19th : 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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QuickBooks Online Version (in-person)
Mar
24th
Tuesday, March 24th : 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

QuickBooks Online Version (in-person)

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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Normative Leadership: The "HOW TO" Science of Culture Change (in-person) (Wexford)
Apr
6th
Monday, April 6th : 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Normative Leadership: The "HOW TO" Science of Culture Change (in-person) (Wexford)

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

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The Formula for Social Media Success (webinar)
Apr
7th
Tuesday, April 7th : 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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Normative Leadership Series: (Part 2) Working With Groups
Apr
8th
Wednesday, April 8th : 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Normative Leadership Series: (Part 2) Working With Groups

Learn practical skills for understanding group dynamics, building trust, resolving team conflict, and facilitating effective meetings.

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