Start a Business Programme

We are the licensed providers and delivering agents for the Start a Business Programme.

This programme offers a comprehensive, one-stop-shop service to each business start up in the region. We have successfully trained over 2000 people leading to the creation and establishment of over 500 businesses many of which we have seen transform into growth, export companies.

Business training for the small business and business start-up includes marketing financial planning I.C.T and a business planning service.

Similar training is also available to the corporate sector.

I.T. Training

We provide training on the latest software packages for the complete beginner or the more advanced operator, whether you require a specialist training programme for your company and personnel need or individual training, Banbridge District Enterprises can offer a tailor made solution in our state-of-the-art IT suite.

• Introduction to Website Building and Hosting
• Profit Generation from Websites and Internet Research Methods
• E Mail and File Management
• Microsoft PowerPoint
• Word (Business Forms)
• Access/Databases
• Publisher (Promotional Leaflets)
• Book-Keeping using Excel/Spreadsheets
• SAGE

Specialist Training Programmes

We have worked closely with partners in Europe to develop enterprising and innovative training programmes for women returners, entrepreneurs and trainers of trainers.

Whatever sector your business is in, we can provide you with a comprehensive package to ensure the most effective start for your business.

E-commerce Export III

This programme aims to help businesses reach new markets and develop export sales through e-commerce. The programme is delivered in partnership with Cavan County Enterprise Board. Funded by the EU under Peace II, Co-operation Ireland. We are currently recruiting companies in Banbridge District who wish to participate on this programme. If you think your company could benefit from the programme please contact the Enterprise Centre.

Green Entrepreneurs

This programme was developed in response to the increasing need for environmental products and services and shortage of such suppliers, it is hoped that the programme will encourage entrepreneurs into this market and provide the high quality training and advice that they need. Funded by the EU under Leonardo.

Cross Border Programmes

Tradelinks Tradelinks offers micro enterprises in Banbridge the opportunity to enhance employment opportunities, develop export potential, develop cross border trade, investigate new technology, encourage market & product development. This programme funded by EU Interreg 111A, Invest NI, International Fund for Ireland & Department of Enterprise, Trade & Employment gives local companies the opportunity to form linkages & clusters with companies across Northern Ireland & with companies from the border counties. We are currently recruiting for this programme, if you think your company could benefit from participation on this programme please contact the Enterprise Centre.

If you are interested in any of our Training services then please do not hesitate to contact us