Building Your Business Foundation

Get the building blocks for starting and growing a business. 

Training for Business Owners

We offer a variety of training programs designed for current and prospective business owners and managers. These training programs will equip you with the skills needed to successfully start and grow a business.

Business Planning
Financial Management & QuickBooks
Human Resources for Small Business
Marketing & Pitching to Investors
Legal Issues & Government Contracting
Selling Online & International Business

Upcoming Business Foundations Courses

June 2025
Virtual boot camp

Early-Stage Business Boot Camp – Virtual Training (4-Week / 8-Session Program)

Are you an aspiring or early-stage small business owner? The Early-Stage Business Boot Camp helps entrepreneurs look at all aspects of their business, explore the feasibility of a new business venture, and learn how to develop a viable business model. During this fast-paced, interactive, fun, and energizing program, attendees will discover the best practices, talk […]
02 Jun
12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
Online
September 2025
Robert W. Plaster School of Business Building on the Missouri Southern State University campus in Joplin, Missouri.

Early-Stage Business Boot Camp: Joplin (8-Week Program)

Are you an aspiring or early-stage small business owner? The Early-Stage Business Boot Camp helps entrepreneurs look at all aspects of their business, explore the feasibility of a new business venture, and learn how to develop a viable business model. During this fast-paced, interactive, fun, and energizing program, attendees will discover the best practices, talk […]
18 Sep
4:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Missouri Southern State University, Cornell Auditorium - Robert W. Plaster School of Business
3950 Newman Road, Joplin, MO 64801
Photo of Hammons Tower from the vantage point of Jordan Creek Park.

Early-Stage Business Boot Camp – Greene County (4-Week / 8-Session Program)

Are you an aspiring or early-stage small business owner? The Early-Stage Business Boot Camp helps entrepreneurs look at all aspects of their business, explore the feasibility of a new business venture, and learn how to develop a viable business model. During this fast-paced, interactive, fun, and energizing program, attendees will discover the best practices, talk […]
22 Sep
5:30 pm - 8:00 pm
efactory
405 N Jefferson Avenue, Springfield, MO 65806
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Watch On-Demand Business Training

Lance teaching a course.

Are you thinking about starting a new business? Or have you recently started a business and want to make sure you’re set up for success? We offer an on-demand training platform designed for new and emerging businesses. This expert-led, easy-to-understand content can be accessed anywhere, at any time.

Around the Region

Need access to business resources in your local community? We’ve got you covered.

Upcoming Events

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