Futurelearn

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A successful business requires funding to get it started. There are many ways to get your business up and running, from the informal such as personal savings and borrowing, borrowing from friends and family, to...

Explore the business case for additive manufacturingThe rapid evolution of additive manufacturing, or 3D printing, has created a multitude of opportunities across industries. It has extended far beyond its traditional use to have an impact...

Build a robust financial plan and forecast the growth potential of your businessHaving a credible financial plan lets you determine how viable a business idea is and is ultimately key to long-term business success. On...

Develop a complete go to market strategy template for your new businessGot a great business idea? Time to build a bullet-proof go to market strategy. This course will equip you with the skills and knowledge...

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Learn how to improve the positioning of your business via competitive strategiesThis informative three week course will teach you all that you need to know in order to make sure your business stands out in...

Learn how to fundraise effectively with arts and culture industry expertsExternal investment and philanthropy have always been crucial for arts and culture organisations. As the sector recovers from the pandemic, fundraising is more important than...

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Decipher how to develop a successful positioning and pricing strategyThis four-week course will teach you the ins and outs of developing a pricing strategy, what your target market is and how you can reach it...

Gain key insights into successful electrificationTo be sustainable and deal with current climate change, our future cities must become greener. For urban mobility (trips generated within a city) that means clean energy must replace fossil...

Launch your educational technology ideaThe EdTech industry is a fast-growing field as technology is revolutionising the way we learn. On this course, you’ll delve into the EdTech startup landscape, and learn how to develop and...

Learn from experts how to develop a killer EdTech business planA strong business plan will help you effectively communicate the strategy for starting your business, and act as your guide to success. This course will...

Use idea generation techniques to make your startup dreams a realityThis course covers the initial stages of developing your educational technology idea to ensure you are prepared for launch into the educational technology industry. You’ll...

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Explore sustainable solutions to address the challenges of energy accessThere are 789 million people around the world who live without access to electricity. In addition, 2. 8 billion people globally have no access to clean...

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Explore how circular economy can foster sustainable urban food systemsPlease note this course runs without facilitation. A Spanish version of the course can be found here. In a scenario where the world’s population will reach...

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Learn to use digital marketing to grow your career or business Digital marketing can be a crucial tool to grow a business. On this course you will explore what digital marketing is, why it is...

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Learn how to thrive in the changing world of workDigital technology now touches almost every aspect of our personal and professional lives. On this course, you’ll explore the meaning of digital and how it’s changing...

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Understand the importance of mobile in the digital worldIn 2018, over half of global website traffic was generated through mobile phones. On this course, you will explore what mobile is, the growth of mobile technology...

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Learn how to effectively use social media for businessWhat is social media, and how can it help your business? With this course, you’ll explore these questions and more. You’ll find out why social media marketing...

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Explore the world of web analytics and develop skills to grow your careerWhat is web analytics? And why are web analytics important? With this course, you’ll explore some of the fundamentals of this increasingly popular...

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Learn how to help arts and cultural organisations thriveAs the global funding landscape is changing rapidly, arts and cultural organisations are becoming increasingly concerned about what actions to take. On this course, you will learn...

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Experts from The Careers Service here at The University of Sheffield share their top tips to help you write exceptional applications, CVs (or résumés), covering letters and personal statements. You’ll also hear from employers and...