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Small Business: How to Start and Grow any Small Business

Categories Business Skills

About Course

In this e-learning course on How to Start and Grow a Small Business, you will learn about 8 important types of support, called capitals, that help in starting and running a small business. These include money matters, how to talk to people, and using what you already have. Each topic is explained in simple words with easy to understand examples. This course is made for everyone—even if you have little education or business experience. Our goal is to help you understand and use this knowledge easily to enhance your business skills.

Meaning of micro business
Choosing a business idea
Simple business planning
Managing business money
Costing and pricing basics
Talking to customers
Selling using social media
Keeping income records
Solving daily problems
Using government schemes

Course Curriculum

Introduction to the e-Learning Course
This introduction lesson will guide you step by step on how to make the most of this course.

How to Use This Course Effectively

Module 1: Introduction to Micro Business Basics
This module helps you understand what a business does, what a micro business is, who can start one, and how it can support your daily income needs.

Module 2: Learning the Basics of Business
Learn how a business runs, and what simple things you need to know before starting any small business in your area.

Module 3: Preparing Yourself to Become a Business Owner
This module explains how to think like a business owner, stay strong during problems, and build skills to handle your own small business easily.

Module 4: Planning Your Business Idea
Learn how to choose a good business idea, check what people need, and make a simple plan to start your business step-by-step.

Lesson 1: How to Think of a Business Idea
Lesson 2: Basics of Market Research for Beginners
Lesson 3: Understanding Market Needs
Lesson 4: Learning from Similar Successful Businesses
Lesson 5: Checking if Your Idea Will Work
Lesson 6: Assessing Feasibility of Business Ideas
Lesson 7: Conduct a Basic Feasibility Assessment for a Selected Business Idea
Lesson 8: Refine and Finalize the Business Idea
Lesson 9: Creating a Unique or Innovative Business Idea
Quiz for Topic: Module 4: Planning Your Business Idea

Module 5: Managing Money in Your Business
This module teaches you how to handle money—count income, plan expenses, save profits, and avoid common mistakes small business owners often make.

Lesson 1: Finance and Accounting Basics
Lesson 2: Costing and Pricing for Micro Business
Lesson 3: Understanding GST for Small and Micro Businesses
Lesson 4: Pricing Strategies for Micro Businesses
Lesson 5: Sales Forecasting Techniques
Lesson 6: How Much Money Do You Need to Start?
Lesson 7: Keeping Track of Income and Expenses
Lesson 8: Saving and Using Profits
Lesson 9: Common Money Mistakes to Avoid
Quiz for Module 5: Managing Money in Your Business

Module 6: Selling and Reaching Customers
Learn how to find customers, talk to them, sell your product or service, and use simple ways to promote your business without spending much.

Module 7: Customer Service and Business Communication
This module shows how to speak politely, listen well, and build trust with customers to keep them happy and coming back again.

Module 8: Managing Daily Work
Learn how to arrange your work area, track your goods, and deliver orders on time so your business runs smoothly each day.

Module 9: Compliance, Risks and Safety Basics
Understand rules, safety steps, and risks in small businesses so you can work safely, legally, and protect yourself and your customers.

Module 10: Creating a Business Plan
This module helps you write a simple plan for your business—what you sell, who buys, your costs, and how you will earn profit.

Module 11: Growing Your Business
Learn when and how to grow your business by making small changes that increase profit, and using tools to decide if you are ready.

Module 12: Staying Focused and Moving Ahead
This module teaches how to stay motivated, handle daily problems, and keep working toward your goals even when business feels slow or difficult.

Course Recap and Resources

Earn this certificate of completion after enhancing your basic skills & increased knowledge base.

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Excellent learning!

1. Online Study Materials: Engaging and informative lessons covering key aspects of non-verbal communication.
2. Interactive Quizzes: Short quizzes after most of the module to test your understanding and reinforce learning.
3. Case Studies: Real examples to illustrate the application of non-verbal communication skills.
4. Certification: A certificate of completion upon successfully finishing the course.

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Level

Beginner
Duration

75 hours
Last Updated

16/12/2025
Enrollment validity

Enrollment validity: 180 days
Certificate

Certificate of completion

A course by

Sanjeev Kumar

Director- General Academy for Basic Brilliance and Upskilling

Sunita Kumar

CEO- General Academy for Basic Brilliance and Upskilling

1. Age: 18 years and above
2. Education: Minimum Class 8th plus good practice in basic mathematical (arithmetic) calculations
3. Interest to initiate own business
4. Time Commitment: To complete the 12-module course, you may need about 8 to 10 weeks, investing 6 to 8 hours per week, with each module taking approximately 1 hour. You may complete it early by investing more time per week.
5. Device and Internet: Use a computer or mobile device with reliable internet. Know how to use online platforms and submit assignments.
6. Basic Computer Literacy: Ability to navigate online platforms, access online materials, and submit assignments online.
7. Language Proficiency: Basic understanding of English to comprehend course content and participate in activities. Translations in regional languages may be available, but accuracy is not guaranteed.
8. Problem-Solving Skills: Aptitude for identifying and resolving problems.
9. Motivation to Learn: A strong desire to improve your business skills.
10. Active Participation: Engage with course materials, complete exercises, and participate in discussions. Prepare to take notes and reflect on key concepts and strategies.
11. Professional Attitude: Approach the course with a focus on personal growth and professional development.
12. Open Mindset: Willingness to learn and apply new strategies for handling business challenges.

Young job seekers
Women at home
Retired individuals
School dropouts
First-time entrepreneurs
Low-income earners
Small town residents
Self-employment seekers
Side income earners
Idea-based starters

Small Business: How to Start and Grow any Small Business

About Course

What I will learn?

Course Curriculum

Introduction to the e-Learning Course This introduction lesson will guide you step by step on how to make the most of this course.

How to Use This Course Effectively

Module 1: Introduction to Micro Business Basics This module helps you understand what a business does, what a micro business is, who can start one, and how it can support your daily income needs.

Lesson 1: What is a Micro Business?

Lesson 2: Who Can Start a Micro Business?

Lesson 3: Benefits and Challenges of Running a Micro Business

Lesson 4: Types of Micro Businesses You Can Start with Low Investment

Lesson 5: Different Types of Business Registrations

Quiz for Module 1: Introduction to Micro Business Basics

Module 2: Learning the Basics of Business Learn how a business runs, and what simple things you need to know before starting any small business in your area.

Lesson 1: What is a Product or Service?

Lesson 2: How a Business Makes Money

Lesson 3: Understanding Customers and Their Needs

Lesson 4: Essential Capitals for Micro Businesses

Quiz for Module 2: Learning the Basics of Business

Module 3: Preparing Yourself to Become a Business Owner This module explains how to think like a business owner, stay strong during problems, and build skills to handle your own small business easily.

Lesson 1: Identifying Your Personal Resources, Passion, and Strengths

Lesson 2: Developing a Business Mindset

Lesson 3: Building Confidence and Communication Skills

Lesson 4: Decision Making

Lesson 5: Time Management and Goal Setting

Quiz for Module 3: Preparing Yourself to Become a Business Owner

Module 4: Planning Your Business Idea Learn how to choose a good business idea, check what people need, and make a simple plan to start your business step-by-step.

Lesson 1: How to Think of a Business Idea

Lesson 2: Basics of Market Research for Beginners

Lesson 3: Understanding Market Needs

Lesson 4: Learning from Similar Successful Businesses

Lesson 5: Checking if Your Idea Will Work

Lesson 6: Assessing Feasibility of Business Ideas

Lesson 7: Conduct a Basic Feasibility Assessment for a Selected Business Idea

Lesson 8: Refine and Finalize the Business Idea

Lesson 9: Creating a Unique or Innovative Business Idea

Quiz for Topic: Module 4: Planning Your Business Idea

Module 5: Managing Money in Your Business This module teaches you how to handle money—count income, plan expenses, save profits, and avoid common mistakes small business owners often make.

Lesson 1: Finance and Accounting Basics

Lesson 2: Costing and Pricing for Micro Business

Lesson 3: Understanding GST for Small and Micro Businesses

Lesson 4: Pricing Strategies for Micro Businesses

Lesson 5: Sales Forecasting Techniques

Lesson 6: How Much Money Do You Need to Start?

Lesson 7: Keeping Track of Income and Expenses

Lesson 8: Saving and Using Profits

Lesson 9: Common Money Mistakes to Avoid

Quiz for Module 5: Managing Money in Your Business

Module 6: Selling and Reaching Customers Learn how to find customers, talk to them, sell your product or service, and use simple ways to promote your business without spending much.

Lesson 1: Who Are Your Customers?

Lesson 2: Talking to Customers and Making Sales

Lesson 3: Promoting Your Business Without Spending Much

Lesson 4: Using WhatsApp and Social Media for Sales

Lesson 5: Using Digital Tools for Business (Including Online Payments, Google Maps, UPI, etc.)

Quiz for Module 6: Selling and Reaching Customers

Module 7: Customer Service and Business Communication This module shows how to speak politely, listen well, and build trust with customers to keep them happy and coming back again.

Lesson 1: How to Talk to Customers

Lesson 2: Handling Complaints and Angry Customers

Lesson 3: Building Trust with Repeat Customers

Lesson 4: Using Mobile Phones for Business Communication

Module 7: Customer Service and Business Communication

Module 8: Managing Daily Work Learn how to arrange your work area, track your goods, and deliver orders on time so your business runs smoothly each day.

Lesson 1: Setting Up Your Work Area

Lesson 2: Inventory and Delivery Basics

Lesson 3: Managing Time and Daily Tasks

Lesson 4: Working Alone or With Help

Lesson 5: Handling Problems in Business

Quiz for Module 8: Managing Daily Work

Module 9: Compliance, Risks and Safety Basics Understand rules, safety steps, and risks in small businesses so you can work safely, legally, and protect yourself and your customers.

Lesson 1: Simple Rules for Starting a Legal Business

Lesson 2: Keeping Your Workplace Safe and Clean

Lesson 3: Keeping Simple Records and Bills

Lesson 4: When and Why to Register Your Business

Quiz for Module 9: Compliance, Risks and Safety

Module 10: Creating a Business Plan This module helps you write a simple plan for your business—what you sell, who buys, your costs, and how you will earn profit.

Lesson 1: Introduction to Business Planning

Lesson 2: Including Financial Basics and Legal Rules

Lesson 3: Costs, Pricing, Budget, and Sales Forecast

Lesson 4: Writing Your Simple Business Plan

Quiz for Module 10: Creating a Business Plan