Classes

Classes - Womens Conference Attendee

If you’re starting a business, you have questions. The Center For Women & Enterprise offers you classes, workshops, and training and networking opportunities as you begin this exciting journey of entrepreneurship.

Take a look at what CWE can do for you.
 

Are you in career transition or considering a new path?

The economy has left many of us unemployed or underemployed. Take advantage of our free workshops for professionals in transition.

Our workshops are run by experienced career counselors. Each class also includes a discussion of coping with the stresses and challenges of unemployment.


In-Transition: Maximizing Your Job Search with LinkedIn - CWE Boston - Jun 11
Linked In, the world’s largest professional social networking website, can be a powerful tool if you are looking to further your career. Attend this interactive workshop with step-by-step illustrations on how to leverage Linked In to find your next job. Read More...

In-Transition: The Art of the Pitch – CWE Worcester – Jun 14
As business owners (and we all own our own brand of something) we need more than colorful marketing and sales material to attract new opportunities – we need to be able to show others (not just tell them) who we are and what we do ... Read More...

In-Transition: Develop Resilience, Strength Training and Conditioning – CWE Providence – Jun 26
Develop core strength and resilience in the face of career and life challenges. Discover and strengthen your inner resources to create success. Read More...

In-Transition: Marketing Yourself in Challenging Economic Times- Exploring All Options– CWE Worcester – Jul 24
In this interactive workshop, we will explore what it takes to transition into a more rewarding career. Read More...

In-Transition: The Art of Connecting with Professionals & Customers - CWE Boston - Jul 30
Dealing with people in our professional lives can, at times, be overwhelming. In this session, learn about a proven personality profiling system so that you can enhance your engagement with others – whether they are your boss, your employee, or your customer. Read More...

In-Transition: Peak Performance – Getting in Touch with Your Success - CWE Boston - Aug 6
Oftentimes, we short-sell ourselves when it comes to acknowledging our successes and strengths. Come to this seminar Create an action plan with redefined goals to match your identified values. Read More...

Is Owning Your Own Business Right For You?

CWE’s “How To” series helps you discover if owning or starting your own business is right for you. The workshops will provide you with resources and tools that will help you make the decision that is right for you. The workshops are FREE.

HOW TO Workshops include:

  • Explore Entrepreneurship
  • Deal with Career Change – In-Transition
  • Choose Your Legal Entity
  • Obtain Bank Financing
  • And more . . .

HOW TO: How Smartphones & Tablets Can Make Your Business More Profitable - CWE Worcester - May 29
Take advantage of today's technology! Learn how smartphones and tablets can assist with the efficiency and productivity of your business. Read More...

HOW TO: Explore Entrepreneurship – CWE Boston - Jun 5
Attend this workshop and decide whether starting your own business is right for you. Read More...

HOW TO: Explore Entrepreneurship – CWE Providence - Jun 7
Attend this workshop and decide whether starting your own business is right for you. Read More...

HOW TO: Explore the 8A SBA Government Contracting Program - – CWE Providence – Jul 10
The federal government spends over $2 billion on goods and services each year. Are you getting your share? Read More...

HOW TO: Choose Your Legal Entity – CWE Worcester - Jul 12
Make it legal! A legal designation can significantly impact the future of your business Read More...

HOW TO: Explore Entrepreneurship – CWE Worcester - Jul 12
Attend this workshop and decide whether starting your own business is right for you. Read More...

HOW TO: Obtain Bank Financing – CWE Worcester - Jul 12
If you are considering loan financing as a way to start or grow your business, then join a banking expert for this free session Read More...

HOW TO: Explore Entrepreneurship – CWE Providence - Jul 12
Attend this workshop and decide whether starting your own business is right for you. Read More...

HOW TO: Explore Entrepreneurship – CWE Worcester - Sep 13
Attend this workshop and decide whether starting your own business is right for you. Read More...

HOW TO: Explore Entrepreneurship – CWE Boston - Jul 17
Attend this workshop and decide whether starting your own business is right for you. Read More...

HOW TO: Explore SBA Resources – CWE Boston – Jul 17
This complimentary workshop will help you understand the various SBA programs and services that are available to entrepreneurs who are looking to start or expand a business. Read More...

HOW TO: Explore Entrepreneurship – CWE Providence - Jul 23
Attend this workshop and decide whether starting your own business is right for you. Read More...

HOW TO: Understand Retirement Planning for Women – CWE Boston – Jul 24
Join us for this informative session that will teach you how to work toward a secure retirement as a woman. Read More...

HOW TO: Connect Your Business to the Commonwealth – CWE Worcester – Jul 26
The Operational Services Division offers this FREE workshop designed for businesses who are Read More...

HOW TO: Choose Your Legal Entity – CWE Boston – Aug 1
A legal designation can significantly impact the future of your business. Come to this workshop and learn more. Read More...

HOW TO: Obtain Bank Financing – CWE Boston - Aug 1
If you are considering loan financing as a way to start or grow your business, then join a banking expert for this free session. Read More...

HOW TO: Explore Entrepreneurship – CWE Boston - Aug 1
Attend this workshop and decide whether starting your own business is right for you. Read More...

HOW TO: Explore SBA Government Contracting – CWE Worcester – Aug 2
The federal government spends over $2 billion on goods and services each year. Are you Read More...

HOW TO: Explore Entrepreneurship – CWE Providence - Aug 2
Attend this workshop and decide whether starting your own business is right for you. Read More...

HOW TO: Obtain Bank Financing– CWE Providence - Aug 2
you are considering loan financing as a way to start or grow your business, then join a banking expert for this free session. Read More...

HOW TO: Choose Your Legal Entity - – CWE Providence – Aug 2
Make it legal! A legal designation can significantly impact the future of your business Read More...

HOW TO: Certify Your Small, Minority and Women Owned Business – CWE Providence – Aug 9
How to become MBE, WBE and DBE certified Read More...

HOW TO: Choose Your Legal Entity – CWE Worcester - Aug 22
Make it legal! A legal designation can significantly impact the future of your business Read More...

HOW TO: Explore Entrepreneurship – CWE Worcester - Aug 22
Attend this workshop and decide whether starting your own business is right for you. Read More...

HOW TO: Obtain Bank Financing – CWE Worcester - Aug 22
If you are considering loan financing as a way to start or grow your business, then join a banking expert for this free session Read More...

HOW TO: Choose Your Legal Entity – CWE Worcester - Sep 13
Make it legal! A legal designation can significantly impact the future of your business Read More...

HOW TO: Obtain Bank Financing – CWE Worcester - Sep 13
If you are considering loan financing as a way to start or grow your business, then join a banking expert for this free session Read More...

Are you just starting to envision your business idea or are in the start-up phase of business ownership?

We have courses that will provide you with the planning skills necessary to lessen your risk and prepare for success.

 

Funded in part through a Cooperative Agreement with the U.S. Small Business Administration.


CEP: One-Day Intensive Visioning – CWE Boston – Jun 6
you’re considering entrepreneurship, then this is the first step in turning your dreams of owning your own business into a reality! Register for this intensive boot camp. Read More...

Business Planning: Accelerate Your Business – CWE Boston – Jun 13
This fast-paced, six-week course is focused on developing a comprehensive Business Plan. Students will learn the fundamentals of the entrepreneurial education. Read More...

Business Planning: Accelerate Your Business – CWE Boston – Jun 13
This fast-paced, six-week course is focused on developing a comprehensive Business Plan. Students will learn the fundamentals of the entrepreneurial education. Read More...

Visioning – Intensive One-Day Program – CWE Worcester – Jul 18
If you’re considering entrepreneurship, this is the first step in turning your dreams of owning Read More...

Business Basics: Ten Steps to Starting a Business– CWE Providence – Jul 19
you are thinking about owning a business are in the early stages of starting one, then this workshop is for you. Read More...

Business Basics: Ten Steps to Starting a Business – CWE Worcester – Aug 8
If you are thinking about owning a business or are in the early stages of starting one, then this Read More...

Business Basics: 10 Steps to Starting a Business – CWE Boston – Aug 13
If you are thinking about owning a business or are in the early stages of starting one, then this workshop is for you. Read More...