A step-by-step plan and support to on how to start an Ecological Consultancy and manage your own business.
How to Start an Ecological Consultancy is a comprehensive online course with free resources, monthly webinars and tailored support to help you to get your new business off the ground and keep it there. Designed for anyone who is curious about ‘going it alone’ in Ecology Consultancy, suitable for both experienced Ecologists and those new to the profession. Our course covers the key aspects of planning, establishing and managing your own Consultancy.
If you have ever dreamed of setting up your own ecological consultancy, but felt daunted by the process, or didn’t know where to begin, this course has everything you need to make that step.
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Led by Sue Searle – an experienced ecologist and business owner since 2003 – and Emma Jewkes – a former teacher, now Ecologist, and budding business owner. By the end of the course, you will have learnt everything you need to start your own business adventure and have begun to run your own consultancy.
Who is How to Start an Ecological Consultancy aimed at?
Perfect for both newly qualified and experienced Ecologists, this course will give you the knowledge and tools to become master of your own destiny. If you want to be your own boss, work the hours you choose, on the things you love doing and get paid more, then this course is for you!
Module 1
Introduction to the Course
Module 3
Module 2: Market Research
Module 4
Module 3: Developing your Services
Module 5
Module 4: Choosing a Business Structure
Module 6
Module 5: Setting up your Premises
Module 7
Module 6: Start-up and Managing your finances
Module 8
Module 7: Your legal responsibilities as a business owner
Module 9
Module 8: Choosing and buying Insurance
Module 10
Module 9: Marketing and Client Acquisition
Module 11
Module 10: Managing your finances
Module 12
Module 11: Managing Projects and Clients
Module 13
Module 12: Growing Your Team
Module 14
Module 13: Evaluation and Growth
Module 15
Module 14: Write your Business Plan
Topics will include:
- Office and Systems management
- IT and data management
- Finances and Accounting
- Project Management
- Marketing
- Evaluation and Growth
Monthly Webinars:
Each month, for 6 months, there will be an optional webinar, like a business club, where we will do a short exercise focusing on one of the key areas of business planning followed by a Q&A session for you to get personalised help and support. You will also get 6 webinars included and the option to sign up for more if you need it.
Assessment:
The final module of the course involves writing your Business plan using everything you’ve learnt on the course. You will then submit it to us, and we will review and provide feedback.
There is also an Instalment option for this course, you can pay a £500 deposit and 6 equal payments of £216.67 by standing order. CLICK HERE to book the instalment option.
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