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A highly practical,
ready-to-use, customizable, and free curriculum for facilitators of small business training.

The Smart Technology for a Smarter Business™ Program is a highly practical training curriculum that enables small business owners and managers to build a smarter business with technology.

The Smart Technology for a Smarter Business™ Program is unique in its design and delivery. Developed under a US$1.5 million sponsorship by HP, the Smart Technology for a Smarter Business™ Program builds on industry research and experience to provide training that addresses the specific challenges and opportunities faced by small businesses around the world.

Unlike traditional training experiences that focus on either technology or business, the Smart Technology for a Smarter Business™ Program targets the integration of both. Problems and solutions are presented using virtual case studies brought to life, enabling participants to truly connect with and gain practical skills from the learning experience.

The Smart Technology for a Smarter Business™ Program utilizes experiential learning techniques that engage participants in group and individual discussion, exploration, and hands-on simulation-based activities. The multi-faceted training approach, combined with a practical, problem-based introduction to technology in business provides a unique and enjoyable learning experience. Participants will be equipped to instantly put technology to use in their businesses.

The Smart Technology for a Smarter Business™ Program is ready to use in several languages. It is modular, flexible, and free, allowing trainers to use, and optionally customize, the program to suit their specific needs.

Everything you need is here. Put the Smart Technology for a Smarter Business™ Program to work for you and your clients!


Ready-to-use and Completely Customizable

The Smart Technology for a Smarter Business™ Program comes ready-to-use with proposed modules, and agendas. And, it can be partially or fully customized to meet specific training needs.

To access the ready-to-use materials click the link below.

Important Notes:

  • Document files are in PDF format.
  • Use of the materials requires that credit be given to HP as sponsor of the program. Credit must be given as follows: "Sponsored by HP".

Click here to access the curriculum files.

Certified Training Available

HP and the Making Cents Consortium highly recommend that all trainers attend a Training-of-Trainers course. HP and the Making Cents Consortium take no responsibility for the quality of training conducted by non-certified trainers. Please contact Making Cents International at info@makingcents.com for information on how to arrange for a Training-of-Trainers course for your organization and to receive certification.


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Developed by the Making Cents Consortium: Making Cents International, IESC Geekcorps, MediaSpark. Sponsored by HP.