The ultimate beginners guide to the Internet for small businesses! This interactive OCA course will provide you with a broad understanding of how the World Wide Web works. Small business owners are still feeling their way into the Internet and into social media, particularly when it comes to using these tools to grow their businesses. But these tools are about building relationships - you build your network and your reputation over time by providing value to other people. Once you know what's available on the Internet for you, and the current trends, you'll understand the value of the Internet for your business.
Key Learning - How to use the world wide web to provide you with a good understanding for internet use in a small business
Course Delivery This course is delivered online. Upon enrolment students are issued with a log-in and password, providing access to OCA's e-learning centre. Recognition & Accreditation Upon successful completion of this course you will receive an OCA Certificate of Achievement in Internet for Small Business. There are no pre-requisites to this course.
Units of Study - Using the Internet - Finding your way around - Publishing and disseminating information - Blogging, Twitter, Podcasts, Videos, Feeds, Creating your own website - Networking and building communities - Social networking platforms, Live web, Photo sharing, Telephony - Collaborating with others and Promoting your business - Wikis and Banner Ads. How long does the course take? This short course should take approximately 4 hours.
