The Office of Business Opportunities in the City of Columbia is currently accepting applications for two upcoming courses: the 2024 NxLevel Microentrepreneur and the 2024 FastTrac Growth Venture. These courses, which run from January to March, offer valuable resources for business owners looking to achieve success.

The NxLevel Microentrepreneur program is designed to help business owners become self-sufficient through self-employment. In-person classes will be held at two locations, the Busby Street Community Center and the Earlewood Park Community Center, on specific dates from January 25th through March 28th. This program offers a range of resources and support to help entrepreneurs develop their skills and achieve their goals.

The FastTrac Growth Venture program, in partnership with Midlands Technical College, is focused on helping businesses reach their true potential through proven frameworks and processes. This program aims to facilitate sustainable growth and efficient operations. In-person classes will be held from January 23 through March 26, 2024, at the Midlands Technical College Northeast Campus. Participants will learn how to develop effective strategies for growth and expansion, as well as how to manage their finances and operations more effectively.

Interested individuals can visit the Office of Business Opportunities website for more information about these courses and to apply. The deadline for applications is November 30th, so don’t wait too long!