TRAINING CALENDAR 2025-2026
This training calendar outlines a comprehensive schedule of capacity-building programs, workshops, and seminars designed to enhance the skills of entrepreneurs, businesses, and professionals across Belize.
April May
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22
Entrepreneurship Essentials
Learn about the characteristics and types of entrepreneurs, how to brainstorm and refine your business ideas, and the steps needed to take your entrepreneurial journey from idea to reality. This workshop will also provide valuable insights and best practices for setting SMART goals for your business.
HR Foundations: Building a Stronger Workplace
Develop core HR skills to effectively manage talent, enhance organizational performance, and foster a positive work environment. Additionally, this will allow participants to Gain essential knowledge of human resource practices, including recruitment, performance management, and employee relations.
2627
June
A Guide to Online Business Registry System
This comprehensive workshop is designed to empower participants with the knowledge and practical skills necessary to navigate and effectively utilize OBRS to ensure a streamlined busniess registration experience. (In partnership with Belize Companies and Corporate Affairs Registry)
Tracking Success: The Art of Monitoring & Evaluation
This workshop will allow participants to Master the tools and methodologies used in monitoring and evaluating programs and projects. Additionally, they will learn to measure performance, assess impact, etc.
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8
Costing & Pricing Strategies
This training is designed to help entrepreneurs and business owners understand the factors in determining production costs, thus enabling them to adequately price their products while still being customer-feasible. Some topics include production costs, break-even analysis, and pricing strategies.
14 Plan, Execute, Deliver: Project Management 101
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5
Crafting Your Business Model
This intensive half-day workshop is designed to equip participants with the essential knowledge, tools, and framework to develop a robust and sustainable business model—clearly defining value propositions, identifying target audiences, creating sustainable revenue streams, and more.
Building Your Marketing Plan
This workshop will help participants develop a comprehensive and actionable marketing plan for their business. They will be guided through the process of identifying target markets, setting clear goals, and developing strategies to effectively connect with their audience and drive business growth.
The Art of Tough Talks: Leading with Confidence
This training will equip you with the communication strategies necessary to navigate challenging conversations with confidence and tact, learn to address conflicts, provide constructive feedback, and manage team dynamics effectively, to foster a positive, solution-oriented work culture.
Introduction to Digital Marketing
This introductory training provides small business owners with a comprehensive overview of essential digital marketing principles and practical skills. Participants will gain valuable insights into leveraging online platforms to enhance their brand presence, engage with customers, and drive business growth.
12
Customer Service for Small Businesses
This workshop is designed to equip entrepreneurs, small business owners, and their team members with the essential skills and strategies to cultivate a customer-centric culture and deliver outstanding service that builds lasting cutomer relationships.
June (cont.)
1627
The Art of Hospitality: Job Preparedness Training
This training focuses on delivering exceptional guest experiences through professional etiquette, communication, and service excellence. Participants will gain practical skills to enhance hospitality standards in tourism, retail, and customer-facing roles.
BELTRAIDE Programs & Incentives
19
10
Introduction to Financial Statements
In the second session of our Accounting Series, participants will build upon the knowledge gained in the introductory session. This will equip participants to understand and interpret key financial documents such as balance sheets and income statements, etc.
City circle-dollar-to-slot $70
Effective Packaging and Labeling
17
This informative webinar will delve into the valuable programs and incentives offered by BELTRAIDE. Participants will learn how these initiatives can provide assistance, empower their operations, and propel their business towards growth and competitiveness.
clock 9:30 AM - 11 AM map-location-dot Online circle-dollar-to-slot FREE
26
Cashflow Management
This interactive training will equip participants with the knowledge to effectively manage their business’s cash flow. Gain tips on practical strategies to optimize cash flow, improve the financial stability of their business, and make informed decisions on expenses and revenue.
clock 9 AM - 12 PM map-location-dot Orange Walk circle-dollar-to-slot $30
22
This workshop will provide participants with practical knowledge on designing packaging and labels not only to meet national regulations but also grab consumer attention. This workshop will also cover best practices for creating informative and visually appealing labels.
clock 9 AM - 12
Speak & Shine: Mastering Public Speaking
This training will empower participants to communicate with clarity, engage listeners, and persuade audiences, enabling them to present ideas and messages with poise in both professional and personal settings.
Filing for Business Tax & GST
24
July August
3
Introduction to Accounting & Bookkeeping
This first session in our Accounting Series is specifically designed to empower entrepreneurs to understand the importance of financial record-keeping and manage business finances to make informed decisions.
clock 9 AM - 3 PM map-location-dot Belize City circle-dollar-to-slot $70
Customer Service Excellence
8
This workshop covers the basics of customer service, how to serve internal and external customers, identifying their customer service level and how to improve. Participants will be able to identify good and bad customer service practices and will get an overview of the 7 elements of customer service gold.
clock 9 AM - 3 PM map-location-dot Caye Caulker circle-dollar-to-slot
This workshop will help particpants understand businss tax filing processes. Key areas to be covered include: clarity on the different business tax fees (schadule rate), fundamentals of GST, tax calculation, filing requirements, navigating the online platform (IRIS) and more. (In Partnership with Belize Tax Service)
5
Customer Service Excellence
This workshop covers the basics of customer service, how to serve internal and external customers, identifying their customer service level and how to improve. Participants will be able to identify good and bad customer service practices and will get an overview of the 7 elements of customer service gold.
clock 9 AM - 3 PM map-location-dot San Estevan, Orange Walk circle-dollar-to-slot FREE
7
Business Plan Development
This workshop will help participants develop a comprehensive and actionable business plan. We’ll guide you step-by-step through identifying and articulating each critical component, providing valuable insights and practical tips to ensure your plan is not just a document, but a roadmap to achieving your goals.
14
Supervisory and Management Skills Development: Job Preparedness Training
Participants will learn how to enhance their personal brand, find new opportunities, and develop the skills necessary to rise in their chosen field, advancing toward higher levels of responsibility and achievement.
Navigating the Trade License Regime
This practical workshop will explain the process, providing you with the essential knowledge and step-by-step guidance to confidently navigate the Trade License Regime in Belize. Learn what a Trade License is, its purpose and more. (In partnership with the Ministry of Rural Transformation)
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16
Next Generation Synergy: Connecting, Understanding & Thriving Together
This training helps teams bridge generational gaps by fostering mutual understanding and respect across age groups. Participants will explore communication styles, values, and work habits unique to each generation.
2930 Navigating Ethical Research
This training focuses on delivering exceptional guest experiences through professional etiquette, communication, and service excellence. Participants will gain practical skills to enhance hospitality standards in tourism, retail, and customer-facing roles.
Reimagine & Redefine Your Business with Design Thinking
Discover the power of Design Thinking – a human-centered, creative problemsolving framework that can help your small business innovate, understand your customers deeply, and develop solutions that truly resonate.
Effective Tools for Small Business
28
This hands-on workshop is designed to equip small business owners with essential tools and techniques to effectively manage their business. This session will focus on tools to manage finances and track performance.
2
Intellectual Property for Small Businesses
Experts will highlight the importance of IP in driving innovation and business growth in Belize, explain the various types of IP protection available, and guide you through the application process. (In partnership with the Belize Intellectual Property Office)
Introduction to Exporting
9
This training covers a practical introduction to the fundamentals of exporting. Learn the essential steps and strategies to successfully enter international markets and expand your customer base. Gain insights on export processes, how to assess your export readiness, identify markets, and more.
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15
3 Speak & Shine: Mastering Public Speaking
This training will empower participants to communicate with clarity, engage listeners, and persuade audiences, enabling them to present ideas and messages with poise in both professional and personal settings.
16
Proposal Writing Essentials
This training covers key components such as research, structuring proposals, writing compelling narratives, and aligning proposals with the needs of decisionmakers. This course will be a prequisite for the Advanced Proposal Writing 2 that is set to occur in April 2026.
E-Commerce & Your Business
This practical workshop is designed to help small business owners understand the world of e-commerce and equip them with the essential knowledge and actionable strategies to successfully launch or grow their online presence. This session is tailored specifically for the Belizean context.
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Introduction to Digital Marketing
This introductory training provides small business owners with a comprehensive overview of essential digital marketing principles and practical skills. Participants will gain valuable insights into leveraging online platforms to enhance their brand presence, engage with customers, and drive business growth.
clock 9 AM - 3 PM map-location-dot Belmopan circle-dollar-to-slot $60
Harnessing the Power of AI in the Workplace
This training will help participants use AI to boost productivity, improve time management, and enhance their skills in key areas such as data analysis, communication, and decision-making, making them more efficient and competitive in the workplace.
clock 9 AM - 3 PM map-location-dot Belize City circle-dollar-to-slot $50
Tourism & MSMEs: Unlocking Growth Together
30
The session will cover the essential permits, licenses, and registration processes needed to operate legally in tourism. Participants will also learn how formalization opens doors to funding, marketing support, and greater visibility. (In partnership with the Belize Tourism Board)
clock 9 AM - 11 AM map-location-dot Belize City/Online circle-dollar-to-slot FREE
November
Cultivating Emotional Strength in Men
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This workshop focuses on emotional intelligence and leadership strategies in men and boys. Participants will learn how to nurture emotional resilience, encourage healthy relationships, and promote success, empowering them to lead with empathy and create environments where individuals can thrive.
clock 9 AM - 3 PM map-location-dot Belize City circle-dollar-to-slot FREE
Cultivating Emotional Strength in Men
This workshop focuses on emotional intelligence and leadership strategies in men and boys. Participants will learn how to nurture emotional resilience, encourage healthy relationships, and promote success, empowering them to lead with empathy and create environments where individuals can thrive.
clock 9 AM - 3 PM map-location-dot Belmopan circle-dollar-to-slot FREE
Entrepreneurship Essentials
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13
A Guide to Online Business Registry System
This comprehensive workshop is designed to empower participants with the knowledge and practical skills necessary to navigate and effectively utilize OBRS to ensure a streamlined busniess registration experience. (In partnership with Belize Companies and Corporate Affairs Registry)
clock 9:30 AM - 11 AM
13
FREE
Customer Service Excellence
This workshop covers the basics of customer service, how to serve internal and external customers, identifying their customer service level and how to improve. Participants will be able to identify good and bad customer service practices and will get an overview of the 7 elements of customer service gold.
clock 9 AM - 3 PM
20
Filing for Business Tax & GST
This workshop will help particpants understand businss tax filing processes. Key areas to be covered include: clarity on the different business tax fees (schadule rate), fundamentals of GST, tax calculation, filing requirements, navigating the online platform (IRIS) and more. (In Partnership with Belize Tax Service)
clock 9:30 AM - 11 AM map-location-dot Online circle-dollar-to-slot FREE
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5DEC
Grow & Thrive: The Essentials of Gardening
The Gardening Job Preparedness Training equips participants with the essential skills and knowledge needed to succeed in entry-level gardening and landscaping roles. This program covers plant care, soil preparation, pest control, tool handling, and safety procedures.
clock 9 AM - 3 PM map-location-dot Cayo circle-dollar-to-slot FREE
27
Social Security & Your Business: Rights, Responsibilities, and Benefits
This webinar will provide you with the knowledge and tools to understand and effectively manage your Social Security obligations and contribute to a secure future for your business.
clock 9:30 AM - 11 AM
FREE
Learn about the characteristics and types of entrepreneurs, how to brainstorm and refine your business ideas, and the steps needed to take your entrepreneurial journey from idea to reality. This workshop will also provide valuable insights and best practices for setting SMART goals for your business.
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December
10
Mastering Effective Communication
This training will help participants improve their listening, speaking, and writing skills, enabling them to connect with others, resolve conflicts, and present ideas persuasively, enhancing their professional relationships and success.
Brand You: Stand Out & Shine
This workshop will allow participants to better promote their personal brand. Participants will develop strategies to showcase their unique skills, strengths, and values, helping them stand out in a competitive job market and build a strong professional reputation that opens doors to new opportunities.
Dream It, Do It: Goal Setting for Success
This training covers how to define clear, actionable goals, stay motivated, and track progress, leading to greater fulfillment and a sense of purpose in both their personal lives and careers, discovering powerful techniques that empower them to achieve their personal and professional aspirations.
20
Mastering Professional Etiquette
This training will cover how to define clear, actionable goals, stay motivated, and track progress, leading to greater fulfillment and a sense of purpose in both their personal lives and careers, and goal-setting techniques that empower them to achieve their personal and professional aspirations.
Introduction to Financial Statements
22
In the second session of our Accounting Series, participants will build upon the knowledge gained in the introductory session. This will equip participants to understand and interpret key financial documents such as balance sheets and income statements, etc.
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Résumé & Interview Secrets for Success
27
This training will guide participants through the process of highlighting their skills and experience effectively, preparing them to impress hiring managers and land their desired roles in competitive job markets.
clock 9 AM - 3 PM map-location-dot Belize City circle-dollar-to-slot FREE
Labour Law Basics
29
Money Moves: Smart Finance for Life
6
This workshop will provide practical knowledge of budgeting, saving, and investing to take control of financial future. This training will help participants make informed financial decisions, reduce debt, and build wealth, setting them on a path to financial independence and long-term security.
Introduction to Accounting & Bookkeeping
This first session in our Accounting Series is specifically designed to empower entrepreneurs to understand the importance of financial record-keeping and manage business finances to make informed decisions.
This webinar offers practical insights into key labor laws, empowering both employers to manage their teams effectively and employees to understand their rights.
clock 9:30 AM - 11
February
Crafting Your Business Model
5
This intensive half-day workshop is designed to equip participants with the essential knowledge, tools, and framework to develop a robust and sustainable business model—clearly defining value propositions, identifying target audiences, creating sustainable revenue streams, and more.
clock 9 AM - 12 PM map-location-dot Dangriga circle-dollar-to-slot $30
10
Microsoft Essentials: Work Smarter, Not Harder
This training will teach how to create documents, analyze data, and deliver presentations efficiently. This involved becoming proficient in Microsoft Office tools such as Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, which are essential for any professional environment.
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February (cont.)
Costing & Pricing Strategies
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5
Design Thinking: Reimagine & Redefine
Discover the power of Design Thinking – a human-centered, creative problemsolving framework that can help your small business innovate, understand your customers deeply, and develop solutions that truly resonate.
clock 9 AM - 12 PM map-location-dot Benque Viejo Del Carmen
19
This training is designed to help entrepreneurs and business owners understand the factors in determining production costs, thus enabling them to adequately price their products while still being customer-feasible. Some topics include production costs, break-even analysis, and pricing strategies.
JPT BPO Dynamics: Skills for Success
This training provides participants with the essential skills needed to excel in the BPO industry, including customer service excellence, sales techniques, and effective communication. It covers key areas such as call handling, conflict resolution, data entry, and the use of basic tools to enhance efficiency.
Navigating the Trade License Regime
This practical workshop will explain the process, providing you with the essential knowledge and step-by-step guidance to confidently navigate the Trade License Regime in Belize. clock 9:30
Effective Packaging & Labelling
This workshop will provide participants with practical knowledge on designing packaging and labels not only to meet national regulations but also grab consumer attention. This workshop will also cover best practices for creating informative and visually appealing labels.
12
Navigating the Trade License Regime
This practical workshop will explain the process, providing you with the essential knowledge and step-by-step guidance to confidently navigate the Trade License Regime in Belize.
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Transformational Leadership
This workshop will provide insight into leadership skills necessary to effectively supervise and motivate a team. Participants will learn how to manage diverse workgroups, provide constructive feedback, and inspire high performance, leading to improved productivity and a positive work environment.
Building Your Marketing Plan
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Customer Service Excellence
This workshop covers the basics of customer service, how to serve internal and external customers, identifying their customer service level and how to improve. Participants will be able to identify good and bad customer service practices and will get an overview of the 7 elements of customer service gold.
This workshop will help participants develop a comprehensive and actionable marketing plan for their business. They will be guided through the process of identifying target markets, setting clear goals, and developing strategies to effectively connect with their audience and drive business growth.
Public Relations Essentials
This training equips participants with essential PR skills, including media relations, crisis communication, and brand reputation management. It covers key strategies for crafting compelling press releases, engaging with stakeholders, and leveraging digital platforms for effective communication.
April
610 Advanced Proposal Writing II
Designed for professionals looking to refine their proposal-writing expertise, this advanced training delves into strategic storytelling, persuasive techniques, and data-driven proposal development
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