Starting a BusinessHOW DO I START A NEW BUSINESS?
Workshops and Training | Confidential Business Advising | Market Research and Analysis | Access to Capital |Customized Services | Technology Commercialization
UTSA's Institute for Economic Development is composed of 10 centers and programs to help build the economy, one business at a time. Whether you've recently embarked on a new business venture or are exploring small-business ownership, it's important to know your options, establish good business habits, and chart a course for success.
The Institute for Economic Development is a one-stop resource for aspiring or new business owners, offering a full menu of targeted services, tailored just for your needs. Contact 210-458-2020 or e-mail at
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to arrange an appointment with an IED business advisor.
Workshops and training
Most of our free or low-cost training workshops are held at UTSA's Downtown Campus, where we offer free parking with pre-registration. Below is a sample of our "Start-Up Business" series. For more information, please call 210-458-2020 or go to the Training and Events Calendar to learn more about specialty workshops.
Business Start-up Essentials Learn the requirements for starting and operating a small business, including choosing a name and legal structure (sole proprietor, partnership, or corporation
Business Plan: Part One Designed for those planning to start a new business and for business owners who have never written a business plan. Learn why the business plan is an important tool in determining market feasibility, projecting costs, developing strategies and planning for contingencies.
Business Plan: Part Two Complete our start-up series by focusing on the financial portion of the business plan. This class takes place in our computer lab, where you'll get hands-on experience in creating spreadsheets.
Confidential Business Advising
Our business advisors offer clients the benefits of practical experience and proven ability to promote the growth, innovation, profitability, increased productivity, and improved management of small businesses. Common topics discussed with new business owners include exploring feasibility, business planning, and financing options. Our advisors meet the highest ethical standards of confidentiality with our clients.
South-West Texas Border SBDC Network
San Antonio Small Business Development Center
Minority Business Enterprise Center
MARKET RESEARCH AND ANALYSIS
We offer a full market research capabilities to help you put your best foot forward. Demographic and market analysis is a key component of any business plan.
SBDC National Information Clearinghouse
San Antonio Small Business Development Center
Minority Business Enterprise Center
When it's time to finance your business, the Institute for Economic Development's professional counselors can walk you through the process of accessing the capital you need to be successful. The Institute's centers and programs include specialized services for veterans who are starting a new career as an entrepreneur. Other centers have a proven track record in helping minority-business owners start or reach the next level of success. Minority Business Enterprise CenterACCESS TO CAPITAL
South-West Texas Border SBDC Network
San Antonio Small Business Development Center
Minority Business Enterprise CenterCUSTOMIZED SERVICES FOR VETERAN-OWNED and MINORITY-OWNED BUSINESSES
San Antonio Small Business Development Center
South-West Texas Border SBDC NetworkTECHNOLOGY COMMERCIALIZATION
We assist individuals and companies with technology innovation and commercialization by offering a single, point-of-entry to assist researchers, inventors, entrepreneurs and companies.
San Antonio Technology Accelerator Initiative
