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    Women in Business

    Looking to establish a micro or small business, or already operating one? The fully subsidised* online Women in Business program gives you the skills and knowledge you need. A NSW Government and TAFE NSW initiative, the Women in Business program allows you to hear from successful female entrepreneurs and access assistance in setting up and growing your business. * Eligibility criteria apply.

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    Webinars

    Online webinars are held each month, where industry experts share their knowledge and skills. Webinars cover a range of relevant areas such as finance, marketing, operations, and more to help make your small business a success.

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    Generational Buying Behaviour

    Join us on Wednesday, 25 June 2025, from 12-1pm for a Women in Business webinar, presented by Emma Barbato as she delves into how brands can attract and engage consumers across generations.

    Topics

    Register above or login to choose from over 60 topics to develop skills, building a program to suit your needs. Topics are short learning modules and can be found in the following categories: Business, Communication, Finance, Marketing, Social Media and Wellbeing.

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    Policy Development: From Sole Traders to Growing Teams

    Located in the Business category, this topic will provide practical insights into creating scalable policies for your business, whether you're a sole trader or leading a growing team.

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    What media and PR exposure are worth to your brand or business

    Located in the Communication category, this topic will help you discover why media and PR exposure are powerful tools for building your brand and expanding your reach.

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    Use Generative AI to elevate your content creation

    Located in the Social Media category, this topic will cover how generative artificial intelligence (genAI) tools can help you write content for your website, social media profiles and other marketing materials.

    Benefits of the Program

    Women in Business is an online learning program that offers tailored learning on the latest trends in Australian business. Choose the topics you want to develop skills in. Participants are encouraged to take from the program what they need, when they need it, based on what their business needs are at that time. There isn’t a focus on completing all topics, nor are there assignments or a heavy workload.

    Program Members get flexible 24/7 online access to:

    • Blogs
    • Topics
    • Webinars
    • Private Facebook Group
    • Digital badges
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    Eligibility criteria

    To be eligible to register in the Women in Business program, you must:

    • Be aged 18 years or over
    • Identify as female
    • Thinking about establishing a business or own a business
    • If you are a business owner, your business must be;
      • registered or trading in NSW;
      • with 0-199 employees
    • Living or working in NSW
    • Be an Australian citizen, Australian permanent resident, humanitarian visa holder or New Zealand citizen.

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