Entrepreneurship Through Acquisition (ETA) Academy
ETA Academy 101: Your virtual, entry point into buying a business.
$2T in Canadian small businesses are up for grabs. Behind each deal is someone just like you — gaining freedom, wealth, and influence. ETA 101 is your first step in joining them.

Program Key Details
Ordinary people are becoming business owners and CEO's. Here's how you can be next.
Who it's for
For those exploring if buying a business is right for them.
Career Transitioners
You’ve built a successful career in marketing, sales, operations, finance, or consulting but can’t shake that itch for something more. You're curious about entrepreneurship, but the startup struggle isn’t your thing.
Business Owners
You’ve dipped your toes into entrepreneurship—maybe even run your own business—but now you’re ready for something bigger.
Flexibility-Seekers
You want to level up your knowledge without pausing your life. You're looking for a guided, flexible learning experience you can fit into your busy schedule.
Course Highlights
Explore your path to business ownership.
A flexible way to learn about ETA and see if buying a business is your next move.
Online community
Start your journey with a relaxed, welcoming online session. Meet fellow participants from across Canada, hear what brought them to ETA, and set learning intentions. Build connections in a supportive space designed for discussion.
Online learning
"The curriculum was hands-on, the guest speakers shared relevant real-world lessons with openness, and the peer network made the experience even more valuable"

Lily Akagbosu
Product Manager, IBM
ETA 101 is perfect for you if you:
Want to find out if ETA 101 is the right fit for you, your skills and your lifestyle.
Can commit to ~10 hours/week
You’re curious, motivated, and seeking expert guidance to move from interested to informed action.
This course is best designed if you have at least 2 years of work experience.
This course is best designed if this is your first time buying a business.
This course is best designed if you new to ETA and looking to buy a business generating $2-5M in EBITDA or valued between $5-15M
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