How to start and run your own business
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Price
225 € + 0% VAT -
Conductor
Arcada University of Applied Sciences -
Language
English -
Scope
15 ECTS -
Course dates
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Last application date
Is entrepreneurship close to your heart? Are you interested in starting your own business but unsure of where to begin? Or have you recently started your own business but feel like you need support? In this course we will cover different themes that are highly relevant for starting a business and what you should consider in your business plan.
Does starting a business seem difficult and overwhelming? No need to worry – this course is your one stop shop for all you need in order to start and run a successful business. The course content will be tailored to suit the needs of each participant. Among others, we will dive into subjects such as finance and profitability calculations, staff and employment, logistics, marketing and corporate social responsibility.
This course is for anyone with a business idea or who has just started a business - field or industry of business does not matter.
You will get support in taking your next steps in being an entrepreneur and learning the practical aspects of running your own business. The course centers around you developing a business plan for your new business.
Learning outcomes
We will be focusing on various themes, which all play an important role when starting your own business. Learning outcomes of the course include:
- Defining a vision and mission statement for your business
- Learning how to conduct a market analysis
- Basic knowledge about selling and service design
- Knowledge of marketing channels and competence in how to create a marketing plan
- Accounting and budgeting as well as pricing and profitability
- Logistics, purchasing and contracts
In order for you to get the best learning outcome, the course content will be adapted to the types of business ideas that the participants have. The course also serves as a great possibility to network with fellow participants, who usually are from various backgrounds, enhancing your learning experience.
Practical information
The course is entirely online except for the kick-off (10.1.2022, 9.00-12.00) and the final event (16.5.2022, 14.00-17.00), which may be organized at Arcada if the COVID situation so allows. The course consists of lectures, workshops, individual assignments and group discussions. Examination will be based on the business plan and different assignments during the course. The course centers around providing support for students creating their individual business plan.
The course will be conducted in English, but it is possible to send in assignments in either English, Swedish or Finnish.
The lectures will as a rule be held twice a week, Mondays and Wednesdays from 8.30-10.30.
Happening at Arcada
24 Aug
2026
Introduction days for new students
Bachelor's studentsThe introduction days for new bachelor's students are arranged 24–28 August 2026.
Are you a new student at Arcada? You can find more information about the introduction days and schedule in Arcada's study guide Start .
02 Sep
2026
Opening of the academic year 2026–2027
Arcada opens the 2026–2027 academic year with a festive celebration while also launching its 30th anniversary year. The anniversary year marks three decades of education, research, and societal impact.
08 Oct
2026
Build Your Network, Build Your Career – Boost Your Entrepreneurial Mindset
Are you ready to expand your horizons, strengthen your network, and develop a mindset that supports your career growth? Join us for an inspiring evening focused on entrepreneurship, career development, and real-world insights from international alumni.
15 Jan
2027
Graduation Ceremony
Arcada's graduation ceremony will be held on 15 January 2027, welcoming graduates and invited guests to campus to celebrate those who graduated between 4 June - 18 December 2026.
