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In this Foundational Fundraising training, you'll learn from a seasoned professional how to build a strong annual fund from the ground up. This session will provide you with the technical skills and practical strategies needed to enhance your organization's fundraising efforts. Whether you're new to the field or looking to refine your expertise, you'll walk away with the tools to confidently manage and grow your annual giving program.


Thursday, March 5, 2026, LLCC-Medical District Room 202
This course is aimed at beginning investors who want to better understand the concept of investing and how it can fit into their overall financial plan. It covers different investment vehicles, risk tolerance, diversification, and the difference between active and passive investing, as well as investment fees and taxes. Whether you are just getting started investing or want to play a more active role in your investment decisions, this course can provide you with the knowledge to feel comfortable in the investing decisions you make.


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Learn how to confidently read and use your financial statements to make smarter business decisions. This self-paced online course gives you 8 weeks of access from the time you start. You'll gain practical skills to interpret your Profit & Loss, Balance Sheet, and Cash Flow statements-and turn that data into strategy. Ideal for small business owners, freelancers, and entrepreneurs who want to better manage cash flow, control costs, and plan for growth.


October 20, 2025 to December 15, 2025
February 2, 2026 to March 29, 2026
March 30, 2026 to May 24, 2026
Are you ready to launch or grow your own business? This self-paced, online course gives you the tools, strategies, and confidence to succeed as an entrepreneur while preparing you to pass the nationally recognized Entrepreneurship and Small Enterprise Skills (ESESS) Certification Exam.Over 15 weeks of flexible, on-demand access, you'll strengthen the skills every entrepreneur needs: business planning, marketing, finance, operations, and legal essentials. You'll also gain access to practice questions and resources that make test prep straightforward and effective.By the end, you'll not only be prepared for the exam, but you'll be equipped with practical knowledge to apply directly to your business journey. The course fee includes one exam voucher, so you can earn your ESESS credential and show investors, partners, and customers that you're serious about success.


October 20, 2025 to February 2, 2026
November 3, 2025 to February 16, 2026
November 17, 2025 to March 2, 2026
December 1, 2025 to March 16, 2026
December 15, 2025 to March 30, 2026
January 12, 2026 to April 27, 2026