Accelerate Your Business
Take Your Design Business to the Next Level
Why Choose
QC Design School
QC's Accelerate Your Business online training provides you with the tools and expertise you need to take your design business to the next level. You'll study advanced marketing techniques and business strategies including search engine optimization, website development and client acquisition so that you're ready to scale a thriving business.
- Learn how to grow and expand your existing interior decorating and design business—perfect for design entrepreneurs
- Recieve personalized feedback and advice on your assignments from our top design-industry experts
- Join a thriving virtual community to connect with other design professionals and gain exclusive access to bonus materials and expert-led webinars
- Leverage built-in business training and real-world templates to help you launch your design career and grow your clientele
- Enjoy discounts and affiliations with top organizations including DesignFiles, the Decorators & Designers Association of Canada, Placez and more
Hear From Students and Grads
We've helped 45,000+ students and graduates start their own successful design businesses!
“Being able to learn the business and how to work with clients is so amazing! QC Design School has been a fun and very positive experience for me.”
“The value of the course was the feedback I received from my tutor. You can get professional feedback and advice on real situations which is invaluable!”
“QC Design School's Interior Design & Decorating course definitely prepared me for working in this field and starting my own business!”
“With QC I could live out my dream with an online course and expand my knowledge of the field while being able to continue professional working in it at the same time.”
“The courses were very well organized, and I had amazing support from QC as well as my tutor throughout the process. I totally recommend it!”
“QC's course taught me the fundamental skills and principles of organizing as a profession. It gave me the first steps in starting my organizing business. The course was so well rounded and put together!”
Here's What You'll Learn
QC's Accelerate Your Business training will show you how to:
- Build your customer personas and create a brand that speaks to potential clients
- Critique and improve your online presence and communication
- Work with a variety of budget types, design requirements and different client personalities
- Build your brand and market yourself effectively both online and offline
- Master effective project and time management techniques
- Plan and develop a professional design portfolio that helps you land new clients and stand out from the competition
- Bonus! Learn how to use professional design software with step-by-step video tutorials featuring DesignFiles
Course Outline
QC's Accelerate Your Business workshop is divided into four comprehensive training units designed to refine your skills and jumpstart your career.
Learn about the importance of creating a strong brand identity for your business and how to target your ideal clients. You'll introduce your business and goals to your tutor, and establish your brand while developing your customer personas. Finally, you'll start to plan different types of promotions you might run for your business.
Now that you have a better understanding of branding, you'll start to put that knowledge to good use as you explore your online presence, from your website to your social media presence. You'll learn about what makes a “good” website, how to effectively manage your social media presence, how to handle negative reviews, marketing your business online, the art of blogging, content marketing and more.
Discover how to present your business to attract prospective clients. You'll learn to develop an eye-catching professional portfolio to showcase your skills, and practice effective communication strategies for working with clients. You'll study the process of creating high-quality client proposals to sell your services.
This section of the course dives into the inner workings of your business. You'll look into different tools you can use to stay organized and to manage your projects. You'll also start to look into financial management solutions that can help keep your business on track. Finally, you'll discover the practicalities of building a budget, and the best methods of collecting payments from clients.
Have Questions About the Course?
Don't hesitate to reach out to our dedicated team of student advisors for guidance and support. Your success is our priority!
Contact UsAccess an Exclusive Virtual Community Where Creativity Thrives
Be a member of QC's supportive Virtual Community where students and graduates can connect with mentors, share insights and grow together. Tap into free webinars where top design professionals share industry secrets, and take part in lively discussions covering everything from your latest assignment to your next career move. We're here to inspire and enhance your educational journey.
Join us in shaping the future of the design industry.
Free Career Essentials Kit
Gain exclusive access to streamline your workflow, manage projects, and elevate your brand with DesignFiles and Canva templates when you enroll in QC Design School.
Design Software Training
Leverage your design skills to create professional-quality digital floor plans with design software. Follow step-by-step video tutorials with DesignFiles, the all-in-one software for design professionals, to craft stunning floor plans, mood boards and more.
4 Months of Free Design Software
Gain free access to DesignFiles and discover top-tier design tools. Create stunning designs swiftly, manage projects effortlessly, and handle invoicing seamlessly. Boost productivity, save time.
Canva Templates
Unlock professional-grade templates for invoices, contracts, and social media. Streamline your workflow and present a cohesive brand. Simplify your business processes with these essential tools.
Frequently Asked Questions
What will QC's Accelerate Your Business course teach me?
QC Design School's Accelerate Your Business course is designed to help you launch and grow your own interior design business with confidence. Whether you're just getting started or want to refine your existing business strategy, this course gives you the tools you need to succeed.
You'll learn how to:
This course is built with input from design industry experts and business professionals, so you're learning strategies that actually work in the real world.
Do I need a degree to start my own interior design business?
No, you don't need a degree to start a successful interior design business. QC Design School provides a full pathway from beginner to business owner with its online interior design and business training courses.
You can:
- Take the Interior Design Course to learn how to design beautiful, functional spaces.
- Enroll in the Accelerate Your Business Course to learn how to:
- Launch and register your business
- Create a professional business plan
- Market your services and work with real clients
This combination gives you both the creative skills and business knowledge needed to build your dream career in the interior design industry.
Our Student Support Team can tell you how to combine other courses in QC Design School to create the business of your dreams.
Can this course help me grow an existing design business?
Yes! If you already run a design-related business—whether in interior design, home staging, professional organizing, or color consulting—QC's Accelerate Your Business course can help you scale it more effectively.
You'll learn how to:
- Identify new target markets
- Improve client acquisition and retention
- Set and adjust your pricing strategies
- Streamline your workflow and client process
- Optimize your marketing and branding efforts
This course is ideal for design professionals looking to grow their revenue, expand services, or build a team. Our Student Support Team can also help you budle this course with additional design certifications for a more competitive edge.
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