Business Development

If you are thinking about developing your business, the Department of Business and Employment offers a free and confidential business information service to new and existing businesses.

Business Finance

Many new businesses will exhaust the internal financial resources which are used during the start-up phase, and will eventually seek additional capital to continue growing.

Business Planning

One of the most important things before starting a business is to develop and prepare your Business Plan.

Business Structure

One of the first business decisions you may need to make is to decide on the most appropriate structure for your business operations.

Buying or Selling a Business

If you are thinking of buying or selling a business, the following information may be of assistance.

e-business

e-Business (electronic business) is using technology to improve your business processes.

Exporting

The Territory Government's Trade Support Scheme (TSS) could be your ticket to international sales success!

Franchising

Franchising is not a business itself, but a way of doing business. It is essentially a marketing concept - an innovative method of distributing goods and services.

Getting Started in Business Seminar 2009

A presentation for people who are thinking about starting a business or may have just commenced a business and would like further information.

Home Based Business

Being your own boss is demanding, you must be prepared to establish and work to realistic goals, you must be self-disciplined and persistent and determined to succeed.

Human Resource Management

Human resource management is the effective use of human resources in order to enhance organisational performance.

Insurance

Insurance is vital to guard you against your business being affected by actions that are not necessarily within your control.

Marketing

Developing and implementing a marketing strategy is a necessary process for a successful business. This process commences as you start your business, and it must remain an ongoing process throughout the life of your business.

Starting a Business

Starting and running your own business can be very rewarding, however commitment should only be made after you have given considerable thought, discussion and planning to the business.

Youth in Business

The Department of Business and Employment provides support and access to a variety of business information for young people.