Course overview: This self-paced Moodle course introduces complete beginners to B2C e-commerce. It helps learners understand what e-commerce is, compare common beginner business models, and choose a realistic path based on budget, time, skills, and goals. The course focuses on real-world beginner options such as marketplace selling, independent online stores, drop shipping, print-on-demand merch, custom products, and vintage resale/upcycling. Learning outcomes By the end of this course, learners will be able to: 1. Define e-commerce and explain basic B2C selling concepts. 2. Compare marketplace selling with owning an independent online store. 3. Identify the benefits, limitations, costs, and risks of common beginner e-commerce models. 4. Explain how pricing, customer service, trust, and product positioning affect B2C success. 5. Choose a realistic e-commerce model and outline practical first steps.
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Audience:
All users of RH.