Globalization has radically transformed the way businesses operate. In an increasingly interconnected environment, expanding the reach of a small or medium-sized enterprise (SME) beyond national borders is no longer an option reserved for large corporations. Today, internationalization has become a key strategic opportunity for growth, competitiveness and sustainability of any SME.
However, making the leap into the international market can seem complex: it requires knowledge, planning, cultural and strategic adaptation, and, above all, training. Aware of this challenge, from MainJobs, in collaboration with FUNDAE (State Foundation for Employment Training), have launched a exclusive program for SMEs aimed at facilitating this expansion process.
Going international: a necessity to compete in the 21st century
SMEs represent 99.81% of the Spanish business community. They generate employment, invigorate the region, and are a key driver of innovation. However, many of them focus almost exclusively on their local or national market, missing out on growth opportunities abroad.
Internationalization not only allows diversify markets and reduce economic risks, but also improve operational efficiency, access new sources of revenue, and take advantage of economies of scale. Furthermore, companies that choose to internationalize tend to be more resilient to local crises and more competitive in the medium and long term.
Despite these benefits, many SMEs fail to take the plunge due to a lack of knowledge, resources, or support. This is where the program designed by MainJobs comes in: Break down these barriers and provide companies with the tools they need to grow globally..
The MainJobs and Fundae program: training and strategic advice
The program of internationalization for SMEs Powered by MainJobs and Fundae, it is specifically designed to help small and medium-sized businesses successfully meet the challenges of international expansion. It does so through a combination of specialized training, personalized advice and practical approach.
What does this program offer?
- Initial diagnosisA personalized assessment is conducted for each company to identify its starting point, strengths, weaknesses, and opportunities for international growth.
- Specialized trainingThrough a training program tailored to the real needs of SMEs, key topics are covered, such as developing internationalization plans, analyzing foreign markets, international logistics, legal and tax aspects, intercultural negotiation, global marketing, and much more.
- Expert adviceParticipating companies receive guidance from specialized consultants with extensive experience in foreign trade and internationalization processes.
- Design of a real expansion plan: The ultimate goal is for each participating SME design and activate your own internationalization plan, with a clear roadmap adapted to their reality.
Who is it for?
This program is designed for:
- Companies that have never operated outside of Spain and want to begin exploring international markets.
- SMEs that have carried out some operations abroad but need to professionalize and structure their strategy.
- Local businesses looking for new avenues for growth or diversification.
It doesn't matter the sector or the exact size. What matters is having the will to grow and transform.
Learn to overcome barriers and detect opportunities
One of the greatest achievements of this program is that breaks the myth that internationalization is an unattainable processThrough a clear, understandable methodology focused on real-life cases, SMEs learn to identify the main barriers that often hinder expansion—lack of information, fear of costs, legal ignorance, language barriers—and turn them into opportunities for improvement.
In addition, the training places special emphasis on the detection of business opportunities in emerging or underexplored markets by Spanish SMEs. Thanks to the use of analysis tools and market research, companies can make more informed decisions, minimizing risks.
A real boost for sustainable growth
Internationalization doesn't just mean selling abroad. It also means adapting, innovating, and improving internal processes. Therefore, this program not only impacts sales, but also the internal transformation of companies, its professionalization and its ability to compete on equal terms with larger companies.
The comprehensive approach developed by MainJobs and Fundae allows each participating SME to emerge stronger, with a broader vision of their business and potential. Furthermore, companies are integrated into a community of learning and exchange, generating synergies with other organizations that share the same challenges.
MainJobs: Commitment to business training and innovation
MainJobs, as an expert group in training and employability, has once again demonstrated its commitment to the development of the Spanish business community. Through this alliance with Fundae, it provides SMEs with a concrete and effective tool to go out into the world with a firm step.
This program is part of MainJobs' vocation to bring closer quality training for all sectors and territories, driving economic growth through knowledge. Because when an SME is formed, it transforms. And when an SME grows, the economy wins, employment wins and society wins.
One step further: Are you ready to internationalize your company?
If you're a forward-thinking SME, now's the time to take the plunge. Internationalization isn't a luxury; it's an opportunity. And with the right support, it can become a success story.
MainJobs offers you the opportunity to do so safely, with specialized training and the support of professionals who have already guided hundreds of companies along this same path.
Find out more about the program at:
👉 https://grupomainjobs.com/pymes-internacional
(Source: Own)
