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Entrepreneur-to-Owner Learning Path
Build the Skills and Confidence to Launch, Grow, and Fund your Success!
Whether you're starting a business, growing an existing company, pursuing funding opportunities, or developing new professional skills, the Entrepreneur-to-Owner Learning Path provides practical, real-world education to help you achieve your goals.
Learn from experienced entrepreneurs, industry experts, grant professionals, accounting specialists, and Fortune 100 executives who bring real-world insights to every course.
Flexible Learning, your way
There is no required sequence—each course and workshop can be taken independently and in any order. Choose the topics that best fit your interests and goals, including entrepreneurship, business operations, financial management, grant funding, government contracting, and professional certification.
Launch. Grow. Fund. Succeed.
Take one course or create your own pathway to success.
PHASE 1: LAUNCH YOUR VISION
Turn an Idea into a Plan - and a Plan into Action!
This phase is designed for aspiring entrepreneurs who are exploring business ownership or preparing to launch a new venture.
introduction to entrepreneurship
Every successful business begins with a vision—but turning that vision into a sustainable business requires planning, knowledge, and guidance.
This dynamic, hands-on course introduces the core principles of entrepreneurship while guiding participants through the development of a comprehensive business plan. Students learn from successful local entrepreneurs, legal professionals, marketing experts, and financial specialists who share practical insights and lessons learned from building successful ventures.
You'll Learn How To:
- Identify and evaluate business opportunities
- Validate and refine your business concept
- Develop a detailed business plan
- Understand marketing, legal, and financial fundamentals
- Learn from successful entrepreneurs and industry experts
- Build a roadmap for launching your business
Ideal For: Aspiring entrepreneurs, side-hustlers, innovators, and anyone considering starting a business.
Offered: Click on the "Available Classes" button below, then enter “NCBUS" in the course code field.
Cost: $275
PHASE 2: GROW YOUR BUSINESS
Build the Systems, Strategy, and Leadership Skills Needed to Succeed!
Launching a business is only the beginning. This phase focuses on the operational, financial, and leadership skills that help businesses thrive and grow.
Small Business Best Practices
Whether you're preparing to launch or already operating a business, this course provides practical strategies that help entrepreneurs navigate challenges and build sustainable growth.
Led by award-winning Fortune 100 executive and startup expert Dr. Loralyn Mears, this interactive course delivers proven frameworks and real-world tools that many business owners learn only through years of experience.
You'll Learn How To:
- Manage business finances with confidence
- Improve productivity and operational efficiency
- Leverage digital tools to streamline processes
- Develop effective sales and marketing strategies
- Lead through uncertainty and change
- Create scalable systems that support growth
Participants leave with an actionable toolkit of strategies they can immediately apply to their business.
Ideal For: New and established business owners seeking to improve performance and accelerate growth.
Offered: Click on the "Available Classes" button below, then enter “NCBUS" in the course code field.
Cost: $195
PHASE 3: MASTER THE MONEY GAME
Gain the Financial Knowledge Needed to Fund, Manage, and Grow!
Financial literacy is one of the most important skills for entrepreneurs, nonprofit leaders, and professionals. This phase provides practical training in funding, accounting, bookkeeping, and financial decision-making.
Grant Writing Workshop
Grant funding is more competitive than ever. Success requires more than simply completing an application—it requires strategy, alignment, and compelling storytelling.
Led by highly rated instructor and grant funding expert Dr. Loralyn Mears, this hands-on workshop provides practical guidance for identifying opportunities, developing competitive proposals, and strengthening funding strategies.
You'll Learn How To:
- Identify grant opportunities that align with organizational goals
- Analyze successful proposals and funding priorities
- Write compelling narratives and project descriptions
- Develop realistic and persuasive budgets
- Strengthen overall proposal competitiveness
Participants are encouraged to bring an in-progress proposal for personalized feedback.
Offered: Click on the "Available Classes" button below, then enter “NCBUS" in the course code field.
Cost: $195
Winning Government Contracts: A Beginner's Guide
Government agencies spend billions of dollars each year purchasing products and services from businesses just like yours. Whether you're a startup, consultant, service provider, or established business, government contracting can open the door to stable, long-term revenue opportunities.
This interactive virtual workshop is designed to demystify the government procurement process and provide a practical roadmap for businesses looking to enter the government marketplace. Participants will gain a clear understanding of how government agencies buy, what is required to compete, and the first steps needed to position their business for success.
You'll Learn How To:
- Understand federal, state, and local procurement processes
- Complete required registrations and certifications
- Identify government contract opportunities
- Develop an action plan to begin pursuing contracts
Ideal For: Small business owners, consultants, contractors, entrepreneurs, and organizations interested in government contracting.
Offered: Click on the "Available Classes" button below, then enter “NCBUS" in the course code field.
Cost: $
Finding Grant Funding: Where the Money is and how to compete for it
Finding grant funding doesn't have to be overwhelming. Learn how to identify opportunities that align with your mission and improve your organization's ability to compete successfully. Success starts with knowing where to look, how to evaluate opportunities, and what funders expect from competitive proposals.
This practical virtual workshop will help participants navigate the grant funding landscape, identify promising funding sources, and develop a more strategic approach to pursuing grants. You'll learn how to focus your efforts on opportunities that align with your mission and improve your chances of securing funding.
You'll Learn How To:
- Identify common grant funding sources
- Evaluate funding opportunities before applying
- Understand what funders look for in successful proposals
- Strengthen your organization's grant-seeking strategy
Ideal For: Nonprofits, educators, municipalities, faith-based organizations, community groups, and program managers.
Offered: Click on the "Available Classes" button below, then enter “NCBUS" in the course code field.
Cost: $
Foundations in Bookkeeping/Accounting
Understanding your numbers is essential to making informed business decisions.
This comprehensive course introduces bookkeeping and accounting fundamentals, including recording transactions, understanding debits and credits, preparing financial statements, and utilizing accounting software. Through practical exercises and real-world examples, students develop skills that support accurate financial management and decision-making.
You'll Learn How To:
- Record and analyze financial transactions
- Understand accounting terminology and concepts
- Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports
- Use bookkeeping software effectively
- Apply accounting principles to real-world scenarios
Ideal For: Small business owners, aspiring accountants, bookkeepers, and professionals seeking greater financial literacy.
Offered: Click on the "Available Classes" button below, then enter “NCACC" in the course code field.
Cost: $1,075
Textbook/s: Required. The instructor will provide details on the first day of class.
Bookkeeping Certification Preparation
Advance your accounting knowledge and prepare for the American Institute of Professional Bookkeepers (AIPB) Certified Bookkeeper credential.
This comprehensive program aligns with the AIPB Certified Bookkeeper examination and provides in-depth training in accounting principles, payroll, reporting requirements, financial statements, and the complete accounting cycle.
Topics Include:
- Transaction analysis and T accounts
- General journals and ledgers
- Adjusting and closing entries
- Payroll administration and payroll taxes
- Sales, purchases, and cash management
- Financial statement preparation
- Accruals and deferrals
Offered: Click on the "Available Classes" button below, then enter “NCACC" in the course code field.
Cost: $1,195 (does not include cost of books or exams)
Textbook/s: Required and available from: steve@aipb.org
Note/s: To become a Certified Bookkeeper (CB) -
Requirement 1: Pass the 4-part national certification exam.
Requirement 2: Demonstrate 2 years’ on-the-job experience as a bookkeeper. This can be completed after passing the national certification exam.
Requirement 3: Sign a Code of Ethics.
To Register for Prometric Tests:
1. Complete the Application for the Certified Bookkeeper (CB) Designation, available in the student handbook.
2. Send the completed form, including payment, to: daniela.jarath@aipb.org
3. After AIPB receives the Application and payment, the student will get their test ID to register themselves for their Prometric tests. (Further details will be provided to enrolled students by the instructor.)