Online courses

Take a course – completely free and whenever it suits you. We know what it takes for your business to succeed, and we regularly publish useful courses to help you move forward.
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Intellectual Property Rights - An introduction

For innovative companies, ideas, products, and brands are key assets — but also vulnerable. How can you prevent others from copying, exploiting, or blocking you?

1 t 15 min
Baksiden av en organisk appelsinjuiceflaske

Product requirements and labelling

Avoid costly and time-consuming product adjustments. Learn how to identify the requirements for your product or service and how to meet them.

25 min
Dresskledd mann som får hjelp til å hoppe opp et trinn

CE Marking Step by Step

Understand what CE marking actually is, the responsibilities associated with the marking, and what the process of CE marking a product generally looks like.

25 min
EU flagg foran en nesten skyfri himmel

Introduction to the EU Taxonomy for sustainable activities

This is an introduction to the EU taxonomy for SMEs, focusing on sustainable activities and competitive advantages in Norwegian business.

30 min
Mann bruker Ipad i en bærekraftsfokusert cafe

Sustainability reporting (ESG)

Learn about sustainability reporting, gain insight into reporting requirements, how to get started, and the benefits of sustainability reporting.

20 min
Dame som sitter bak PC og feirer noe med hendene i været

Capital strategy 1 - Basic course in capital strategy

With this course, we aim to help more promising companies realize their potential and avoid unwise capital decisions.

1 t 20 min
Kalkulator som viser "0" liggende på et skrivebord med dokumenter og grafer

Capital strategy 2 - Preparation for raising equity

Do you need external investors? In this course you will get basic knowledge to help you find the right investors for your company.

1 t 15 min
Mann som gestikulerer under et møte

Capital strategy 3 – How to raise equity

In this course, we help you plan and execute capital raising and lay a solid foundation for the next equity round.

1 t 25 min
Visa-kort som er for stor til terminalen det blir forsøkt benyttet på.

Standards and standardization

Do you represent a Norwegian company exporting abroad? Then you should know what a standard is and how standards are made.

25 min
Mann som sitter på en haug containere på en havn i solnedgangen

Your starting point for export

Find out how well your company is prepared for export. Get an overview of the most important things to consider and suggestions on how to plan the next steps for your export.

1 t 10 min
Fugleperspektiv fra toppen av en hvit trapp med en grønn eng i bunnen av trappen.

Introduction to sustainability

Learn about sustainability and how it can give your business a competitive edge, about EU requirements and market opportunities, and get advice on collaboration and reporting.

30 min
To hender fra hver sin side som prøver ta tak i en lyspære som svever i midten.

Collaboration and intellectual property (IP)

This course covers several important aspects of intangible assets that each actor should consider before, during, and after a collaboration.

55 min
EU-flagg vaier i vinden foran bygning

Are you ready for the EIC Accelerator?

The EIC Accelerator is the EU's financial instrument. In this course, we explore what it is, which companies it targets, and how the application process works.

35 min
En gruppe business-folk på et kontor. De er samlet rundt et bord og diskuterer noen dokumenter.

Immigrant Entrepreneurship in Norway

Gain broader knowledge about entrepreneurship for immigrants and migrants. In the course, you will get advice and tools for starting a business in Norway.

3 t 10 min
Kyr som står utendørs

How to succeed with a new detached barn

Building a barn can be a complex and demanding task, but with proper planning and tools, profitability can improve.

2 t 20 min
Stack of books

It's the customers who decide whether you have a good business idea

Through this course, you will gain insight into the most common reasons businesses fail in the startup phase and learn how to avoid the most common pitfalls.

1 t
Fishing boat at sea

Fisheries in Spain

The course is suitable for developers and suppliers in the fishing industry who wish to import and export. Learn about Spanish fisheries and food consumption trends in Spain.

15 min
technology on sea

Aquaculture in Europe

The course includes market overviews for aquaculture in Spain and Sweden, and the main commercial opportunities there for Norwegian export companies.

20 min
Sjakkbrikker på et brett

Branding and strategic positioning

Gain insight into the difference between a trademark, brand, and strategic position. Use tools and exercises to find your company's unique competitive advantages.

2 t
En bratt veisnu med et menneske inne i snuen

Financing for development and restructuring

This course provides an introduction to financial services to companies that have innovative development og transformation projects in planning.

35 min
Mann som sitter på asfalt med hvite striper

From Idea to Market

Learn about customer-oriented development and the lean startup method, as well as various support schemes available for entrepreneurs.

1 t 30 min
Et par hender som holder en grønn globus.

International market development - course in exporting to new markets

This digital course provides you with the tools you need to map and test new export markets and achieve faster growth with lower risk.

1 t
Et sjakkbrett med hvite og sorte sjakkbrikker

Intellectual property rights (IPR) for innovation and export

Learn how intellectual property rights can help reduce risk and maintain your competitive advantages in new markets.

40 min
Lyshåret ung dame, iført dongeriskjorte, som skriver på en tavle, tilsynelatende for å illustrere en markedsføringsplan.

Marketing - how to acquire customers and gain an advantage in the market

Learn to win and retain customers to achieve sustainable, scalable, and profitable growth. This course is intended for venture-backed technology companies.

30 min
Kollegaer som snakker sammen i moderne kontorlandskap

Business modelling

A business model describes how a company creates, delivers, and captures value. Learn to use the Flourishing Business Canvas tool in your own business.

1 t 30 min
hånd skriver på tavle.

Triple Bottom Line Business Modelling

Learn how to include economic, environmental, and social aspects in your business model to achieve sustainable growth.

1 t 30 min
Euro i et glass

Financing for export and international investment

Get an overview of support schemes and services for growth companies from Innovation Norway and Export Finance Norway.

40 min
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How to succeed with international e-Commerce

Learn to navigate the complex landscape of international e-commerce and selling goods abroad, so you can compete more effectively with online stores in the EU.

45 min
Hånd som lager wire frame på et ark på skrivebord

Introduction to UX design

Learn to understand your user through gathering insights, personas, user journeys, and prototypes, so you can deliver the right service at the right time.

1 t 5 min
Bilde av en mann som forklarer noe til en annen smilende mann

Introduction to starting your own business

This course is a reference for those who want to start a business for the first time. We cover everything from business models to VAT and budgets.

2 t
Hender som prøver å fange såpebobler

Better business with industrial symbiosis

This course presents how the circular economy can be beneficial for your business by reducing costs and environmental impact through collaboration.

1 t 10 min
Fullastet containerskip krysser blått hav i godt vær

Course in customs and customs tariffs for export and import of goods

Get an introduction to customs and tariffs for export of goods. Get tips and tools to avoid pitfalls and ensure a smooth process.

1 t
Kvinne som presenterer foran et publikum

How to prepare your pitch to investors

Learn what characterizes a good presentation that will build credibility with investors, so you can achieve your ambitions.

30 min
Floating offshore wind turbine in coastal setting with offshore vessel in the distance

Offshore Wind Entry Programme

This course aims to provide a better understanding and insight into the offshore wind industry, as well as explore various strategies for successful deliveries to this market.

3 t 20 min
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Roadmap for technology development – ​​management tools for greater success and less risk

Create a balanced business plan with concrete activities using the concepts of Technology Readiness Level (TRL) and Business Readiness Level (BRL).

40 min
Kvinne som står i en glassheis og ser oppover

Pitch course: How to persuade people to invest in your idea

Learn what a pitch is and why you need a good pitch, the difference between a pitch and a presentation, and how to adapt a pitch to different situations.

30 min
Fem personer som står i grupper på to og tre og snakker foran et bord med vannflasker på

How to build professional networks

A good network is a valuable resource and can open up opportunities you would not otherwise have. Learn how to build and maintain your network.

1 t 30 min
Bilde av mennesker spredd over en plass med linjer mellom menneskene

Memorization techniques

Heard of the mnemonic technique? Through practical examples, you will see how you can use mnemonics to build stronger social networks.

30 min