Apply now for our fall 2026 course! Dates: September 15 through Nov 17, 2026. Submit your application today!
This course will be a hybrid with in-person classroom instruction in Everett, WA plus online option via Zoom.
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ELD | 10-Week Small Business Start-Up Course For Entrepreneurs
Entrepreneur Leadership Development (ELD) is an international education program currently helping students rise up out of the daily
grind and take control of their own lives and futures. The ELD entrepreneurship program is designed for those of us who want to start a business but see traditional business school as impractical or out of reach. University educations are great, but they are expensive, time-consuming, and have no guarantee that you’ll be successful. Instead of spending half a decade and $30,000-$200,000, try our small business course and get a great education for less money and in less time.
ELD offers what universities cannot:
- Everything you need to know to start a business in just 10 weeks for $150
- Each student benefits from one-on-one mentorship with local business owners
- We work with you to create a unique and functional business plan for your business idea
- Ongoing monthly support & coaching in the NEW Small Business Incubator!
Small Business Course vs. Getting an MBA Degree
While getting a business degree is always beneficial, in some cases it is just not realistic for us. Whether it’s the time commitment that doesn’t work with your current job, or you don’t want to get into considerable debt, college isn’t for everyone. While a four-year education will provide abundant business theory and a wealth of education, graduates are really paying for the paper that tells the world they’ve graduated. Often times graduates find themselves ill-prepared for “the real world” and settle for work outside their field of study. Now with the rise of the Internet and alternate avenues for education, students are finding they can learn all they need to succeed without spending huge amounts of time and money.
How to Start a Small Business – Accelerated Course Program
Our ELD entrepreneurship program includes everything you need to know to start a business. With a community of entrepreneurs and your own dedicated business mentor for support, we’re confident that for a small investment of your time and resources, you’ll be prepared to take your business idea to the next level. At the end of the course, you’ll pitch your business plan to a panel of business professionals who will provide constructive feedback on your pitch and your plan. With the brand new Small Business Incubator, you have the option to build and grow your business with ongoing training, coaching, mentors and a professional network of committed entrepreneurs.