Competence development

For an entrepreneur, apprenticeship training is an opportunity to develop professional competence and deepen business expertise. The skills acquired during the training can be applied immediately, since the entrepreneur’s apprenticeship is carried out within their own company. Thus, an apprenticeship is an excellent way to develop business operations.

Read more about developing entrepreneurial skills through an apprenticeship on Omnia’s website.(external link, opens in a new window) (in Finnish)

As a company grows, the importance of management and supervisory work increases. Hiring the first employee turns the entrepreneur into a supervisor, and the next hires create a team leader. As an entrepreneur, you may need new skills for everyday management and supervisory tasks, workforce planning, and issues related to employee well-being. Through the training programs in our network, you can strengthen your own expertise in many ways and provide training for employees working in supervisory roles.

• Omnia’s business and management qualifications(external link, opens in a new window) (in Finnish)
• Trainings by the Helsinki Region Chamber of Commerce(external link, opens in a new window)

Online courses and webinars provide you and your staff with up-to-date expertise in business, management, and sales – flexibly, regardless of time and place. You will learn practical ways to improve your work efficiency and develop your business at your own pace.

The Chamber of Commerce’s KoulutusOnline (in Finnish)(external link, opens in a new window) offers over 400 online trainings across various business areas: finance, employment relations, digital skills, management, sales, and communication. The service is suitable for both entrepreneurs and their staff, and you can learn whenever it suits you best – during the workday, at home, or even while out for a walk.

From the Entrepreneurs’ Training Calendar (in Finnish)(external link, opens in a new window), you will also find a wide range of webinars and online courses that you can join flexibly, regardless of time and place. As a member, you and your staff can participate free of charge or at a member discount, and some trainings are open to everyone.

On Ilmonet(external link, opens in a new window), you can find a wide range of courses designed for entrepreneurs and businesses. The selection covers, for example, entrepreneurship skills, financial management, digital marketing, communication, and wellbeing-related topics. The courses are open to everyone, and you can easily register through the Ilmonet service.

Joint procurement is suitable for companies undergoing changes that require the entrepreneur and employees to update their skills. These changes may relate, for example, to technology or operating methods. A company can propose to the employment authorities the organization of targeted training.

The goal of targeted training is to ensure that participants remain employed with their current employer. The training is put out to tender, and its costs are jointly covered by the company and Espoo’s employment services.

Sustainable business development focuses on creating long-term value while considering environmental, social, and economic impacts. We offer various services to help you build and grow your business in a way that is both economically viable and responsible toward the planet and society.

You can find a collection of materials and training on sustainable business on our pages.

Joint procurement is suitable for companies undergoing changes that require updating the skills of the entrepreneur and employees. These changes may relate, for example, to technology or operational practices. A company can propose to the employment authorities the organization of targeted training.

The goal of targeted training is to ensure that participants remain employed with their current employer. The training is put out to tender, and its costs are jointly covered by the company and Employment Services.

In the AvoinOmnia online store(external link, opens in a new window), you can find key card and pass trainings for professional qualifications, including alcohol serving and hygiene passes, as well as occupational safety card training.

A company can train new skilled personnel by taking advantage of Omnia’s extensive range of services for employers(external link, opens in a new window). Degree programs can be flexibly tailored to meet the company’s specific skill needs, and the qualification can also be completed through an apprenticeship. The training is practical and flexible.

Apprenticeship training is an excellent and cost-effective way to acquire the skills needed both on the job and in running a business. Its practical approach and flexibility make it a convenient way for a company to train current staff or recruit new employees.

Omnia’s business services assist with all recruitment-related matters. If your company cannot find the staff it needs, Omnia trains the best candidates. Omnia’s training programs are tailored to meet your company’s specific needs.

You can learn more about recruitment services on Omnia’s website(external link, opens in a new window) or by contacting Omnia’s business services directly.(external link, opens in a new window)

Mentoring programmes are an excellent way to expand a company’s talent pool to include international professionals, while also enhancing your organization’s diversity expertise.

• EntryPoint Mentoring Programme
• Aalto International Talent(external link, opens in a new window)
• Hanken International Talent(external link, opens in a new window)
• HelsinkiUNI International Talent(external link, opens in a new window)