Getting Started with E-Commerce

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Getting Started with E-commerce

A Complete Guide for Getting Started with E-commerce

This online course will provide you with the information and tools you need to set up and run E-commerce within an existing small business.

The Getting Started with E-commerce course includes 8 lessons for you to consume on your own time and at your own pace.

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Is Your Business Ready for E-commerce?

There are important factors to consider when determining if your business is ready to sell online.

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E-commerce Website Platforms, SEO, and Marketing

Starting an e-commerce store offers a sense of freedom and achievement, but where do you start and how do you grow your store into a successful venture?

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E-commerce Customer Experience and Service

Optimize the way your business communicates across your different sales channels.

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The Importance of Inventory Management for E-commerce

Apart from cash flow, the smooth operation of your e-commerce store depends on proper inventory tracking and management.

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How to Accept and Process E-commerce Payments

Making it easy and accessible for customers to pay for their orders, you offer the flexibility and convenience that modern consumers demand.

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Shipping Processes and Options for E-commerce Businesses

Determining the best shipping processes for your brand is an essential element of your online strategy.

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E-commerce Returns Management

Returned items affect your bottom line, so you must have a returns management plan to handle e-commerce returns with the least impact to profit margins.

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Accounting for E-commerce

Basic knowledge of e-commerce accounting lets you gauge your business health, plan for the future, and stay tax compliant.

Work on the Getting Started with E-Commerce course with a SCORE mentor to achieve your goals faster.

Your SCORE mentor can point out things you might miss, offer insider suggestions and shortcuts, and help you make the most of your learning experience and apply your newfound knowledge.

SCORE offers free business mentoring to anyone that wants to start, currently owns, or is planning to close or sell a small business. To get started, simply enter your zip code in the field below. On the next screen, complete the mentoring request form to share information about your business. Please provide as much information as possible as we'll use this information to pair you with a local mentor. Once the request has been submitted, you'll receive an email from your mentor to schedule your first mentoring session.