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Build & Grow Your e-Business course (online hybrid model launch)
For individuals interested in establishing or refining their business presence in the digital marketplace. This course offers interactive modules covering vital areas like branding, online visibility, legal compliance, and website development.
Course is delivered in an online hybrid model with self-paced learning modules and a weekly interactive workshop via Zoom each Thursday. The course is delivered over an 8-week period if you complete all modules. Learn and enroll at Build and Grow Your e-Business course.
Build & Grow Your e-Business Course Workshop Series - Protecting Your Business with the Corporate Transparency Act
Join us for a one-hour Zoom workshop on the Corporate Transparency Act (CTA), hosted by the University of Idaho Extension's Digital Economy Program and facilitated by the University of Idaho Law Entrepreneurship Clinic.
The CTA is a new federal law requiring businesses to report their beneficial ownership information to the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN).
This workshop will provide an overview of the CTA's requirements. This law is critical for combating financial crimes like money laundering and fraud. Learn how the CTA impacts your business, why compliance is essential, and the steps you need to take to meet these new legal obligations. For individuals interested in establishing or refining their business presence in the digital marketplace. This course offers interactive modules covering vital areas like branding, online visibility, legal compliance, and website development.
Free registration and open to those not enrolled in the e-Business course.
Please note all listed workshop times are in Mountain Time.
Remote Work Professional Certificate course (November) - Fully Online
This month-long course is tailored to empower individuals like you, aiming to access the opportunities of remote employment, freelance work or entrepreneurship. With a dedicated UI Extension program coordinator by your side, you'll receive personalized guidance, mentoring, and resources throughout the journey. You could even qualify for enrollment at just $50!
Please note that November live zoom meetings will be held on Wednesdays at 10am and 6pm MT.
Learn more and register for the Remote Work Professional Certificate course.
Certified Remote Work Leader course (January) - Fully Online
Enroll in this one-month program crafted for organizational leaders and managers seeking to enhance their skills for successful management of remote teams. In addition to gaining essential strategies for remote work success, participants can earn professional development credits from SHRM (12 credits) and/or HRCI (16 recertification credits) upon program completion. Gain valuable insights and credentials while mastering remote leadership techniques!
Learn more and register for the Certified Remote Work Leader course.
Certified Remote Work Leader course (March) - Fully Online
Enroll in this one-month program crafted for organizational leaders and managers seeking to enhance their skills for successful management of remote teams. In addition to gaining essential strategies for remote work success, participants can earn professional development credits from SHRM (12 credits) and/or HRCI (16 recertification credits) upon program completion. Gain valuable insights and credentials while mastering remote leadership techniques!
Learn more and register for the Certified Remote Work Leader course.
Certified Remote Work Leader course (May) - Fully Online
Enroll in this one-month program crafted for organizational leaders and managers seeking to enhance their skills for successful management of remote teams. In addition to gaining essential strategies for remote work success, participants can earn professional development credits from SHRM (12 credits) and/or HRCI (16 recertification credits) upon program completion. Gain valuable insights and credentials while mastering remote leadership techniques!
Learn more and register for the Certified Remote Work Leader course.
Certified Remote Work Leader course (July) - Fully Online
Enroll in this one-month program crafted for organizational leaders and managers seeking to enhance their skills for successful management of remote teams. In addition to gaining essential strategies for remote work success, participants can earn professional development credits from SHRM (12 credits) and/or HRCI (16 recertification credits) upon program completion. Gain valuable insights and credentials while mastering remote leadership techniques!
Learn more and register for the Certified Remote Work Leader course.
Certified Remote Work Leader course (September) - Fully Online
Enroll in this one-month program crafted for organizational leaders and managers seeking to enhance their skills for successful management of remote teams. In addition to gaining essential strategies for remote work success, participants can earn professional development credits from SHRM (12 credits) and/or HRCI (16 recertification credits) upon program completion. Gain valuable insights and credentials while mastering remote leadership techniques!
Learn more and register for the Certified Remote Work Leader course.
Streamline Your Content Creation With AI Video Tools - Build & Grow Your e-Business Course Workshop
Are you looking to boost your e-Business with eye-catching videos? Join us for an interactive Zoom workshop where you'll learn how to use Lumen5 AI alongside ChatGPT to create compelling, professional-quality videos. Discover how AI tools can streamline your content creation process, helping you engage your audience, save time, and elevate your business. Whether you’re a beginner or experienced, this workshop will provide practical tips and hands-on demonstrations to get you started on producing videos that stand out.
In our one-hour interactive workshop you'll discover how to harness the capabilities of Artificial Intelligence such as Lumen5 and ChatGPT * to elevate your business! This workshop is part of the online course Build and Grow your eBusiness is hosted by the Digital Economy Program of University of Idaho Extension. To participate in the Workshop, you will first need to register for the $49 online course where you will access online course content and
What You’ll Learn:
Content Generation: Use ChatGPT to quickly create video outlines
Video Creation: Use Lumen5 to create professional-quality videos in minutes
Unlock the Power of ChatGPT for Your Business!
Discover how to harness the capabilities of ChatGPT * to elevate your business! This free workshop is a sneak peak of the new, online course Build and Grow your eBusiness and is hosted by the Digital Economy Program of University of Idaho Extension.
Register at: https://uidaho.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZUkdO-uqzMiGNbTbXFUoX0iSyT2mfoAEdOU
What You’ll Learn:
Content Generation: Use ChatGPT to quickly create blog posts, social media updates, and product descriptions.
Customer Support Chatbots: Implement ChatGPT-powered chatbots to handle FAQs and assist customers.
Email Marketing: Draft compelling email campaigns and newsletters with ChatGPT’s help.
Market Research: Gather insights on trends and customer preferences using ChatGPT.
Productivity: Let ChatGPT manage tasks, schedule appointments, and keep you organized.
*No endorsement of named products is intended nor is criticism implied of similar products not mentioned for this demonstration
Remote Work Professional Certificate course (September) - Fully Online
This month-long course is tailored to empower individuals like you, aiming to access the opportunities of remote employment, freelance work or entrepreneurship. With a dedicated UI Extension program coordinator by your side, you'll receive personalized guidance, mentoring, and resources throughout the journey. You could even qualify for enrollment at just $50!
Learn more and register for the Remote Work Professional Certificate course.
Certified Remote Work Leader course (July) - Fully Online
Enroll in this one-month program crafted for organizational leaders and managers seeking to enhance their skills for successful management of remote teams. In addition to gaining essential strategies for remote work success, participants can earn professional development credits from SHRM (12 credits) and/or HRCI (16 recertification credits) upon program completion. Gain valuable insights and credentials while mastering remote leadership techniques!
Learn more and register for the Certified Remote Work Leader course.