Events, courses and competence buildingWe offer a range of relevant events and courses, as well as unique competence-building programmes for scaling and international growth. Find the course, event or programme that is right for you.Take our online coursesWe offer free self-service courses to help your business succeed with transformation, growth and international expansion.Competence building for startups and scalingFrom idea to marketDo you have a business idea? Have you started a business and are wondering who can help you take the next step? Join our free webinar for advice and tips on how to develop your business idea and bring it to market.How do you create a business model?When building a start-up, a scalable business model is valuable. On this page, you can learn about the benefits of using a business model, find downloadable resources to use and sign up for a business modelling course.Our scale-up programmesWe offer four programmes for startups and scale-ups with strong potential and ambitions for growth.Protect your innovative solutionsGreat ideas are valuable and worth protecting. We help you identify, protect and profit from your company's intellectual property (IP).Our requirements for sustainability and responsible businessOur services aim to support projects that deliver the greatest benefits to society and strengthen international competitiveness. That is why responsible business practices in your company and sustainability in your project are important when we assess applications. Competence building for international expansionInternational events for Norwegian companiesExplore international events for Norwegian companies. Showcase your solution, build your network and benefit from the Norwegian brand to increase your visibility.International market developmentWe offer companies that are growing and expanding internationally a strategy workshop to help you define your international business model and market entry plan.Trade Mission market visitEvery year, we take Norwegian companies into international markets through our industry-focused market visits, known as Trade Missions. These visits give you first-hand insight into relevant markets. You will meet key players in your sector and gain direct access to new business opportunities – we put you in the room with the right decision-makers. This year, we are organising around 50 Trade Missions. Find the ones that are right for your company.Export training for your businessOur Export Centre advisers can visit your company to deliver training on export-related topics. We tailor the course to the challenges your company faces.Published 25 Jun 2020Last updated 28 Jan 2026This page is translated with the assistance of AI