Starting Online Business Course

One of the biggest privileges the Internet has brought the modern world is that of being able to establish and manage your own online business with nothing more than a computer. Setting up a business from scratch these days is a process that can be completed in minutes – much of the process having been simplified or even automated by intelligent software. All you need is a vision, a workable idea, relentless commitment and the business/technical skills required to get things off the ground.

If the idea of becoming your own boss is one that appeals to you, this exclusive free Starting an Online Business Course could be just the thing to steer you in the right direction.

As part of our growing range of free courses, Oxford Home Study College is delighted to offer this basic starting online business course, free of charge. Crafted with home study in mind and ideally suited to newcomers, no prior knowledge is required and there are no deadlines or time restrictions whatsoever. Our free online business courses are open to candidates worldwide, providing the ideal opportunity to study in your own time and at your own pace for improved career prospects.

The course focuses on two primary topic areas, which include essential insights on starting your own business from scratch, a breakdown of the effective online business plan and so much more besides.

Enrolment is open 365 days a year, so why not make today the day you take that first important step towards launching your own online business?

For learners looking to develop structured knowledge in the field, our online Business Studies training provides a practical pathway into professional business studies, helping you build essential entrepreneurial and management skills. This is ideal for those aiming to turn ideas into sustainable business ventures.

You may also explore our beginner Business Management Free Courses, offering a simple and accessible way to learn core business principles without any cost, perfect for first-time entrepreneurs.

For broader learning development, our Free Online Courses with Certificates provide flexible study opportunities with recognised outcomes, supporting both personal growth and future career progression in business and entrepreneurship.

By the end of this course the learner will be able to:

Define What an Online Business is.
Identify Opportunities for an Online Business.

Free Study and Optional Certification

You can enrol on Starting Online Business (Short Course), access the online learning materials and complete the course without paying a course fee. Certification is optional and available separately after successful completion.

You may choose to purchase:

QLS-endorsed Certificate of Achievement
CPD-accredited certificate issued by the CPD Standards Office as a record of continuing professional development

You can order either certificate individually or purchase both for the same completed course. Buying one does not require you to buy the other.

Each certificate has its own price. The total payable may vary according to the certificates selected, course level, format and delivery option. See our current certificate options and prices.

You do not need to purchase either certificate to access the learning materials or complete the course.

Course Content

Topics Covered in the Course

Course Content

This starting online business course covers the following topics:

TOPIC 1: Starting an Online Business

TOPIC 2: Creating a Business Plan

How It Works

Build your knowledge through clear and accessible online learning.

Complete the assignments and achieve the required marks.

Choose an optional certificate after completing the course.

Why Choose a Certificate?

An optional certificate provides a clear record of successful course completion. Add it to your learning portfolio and share it where relevant.

Completing the course and its assessments shows your commitment to developing subject knowledge through focused, independent learning.

Use your new knowledge to support further study, workplace development or personal goals. A certificate records completion but does not guarantee employment or professional status.