Space Business Qualified (SBQ) online courses and certifications cover the fundamental business of space and satellite communications.  They provide a comprehensive understanding of the business of space today and tomorrow and are ideal for:

• Onboarding new staff
• Staff transitioning from technical to business roles
• Staff advancing in their careers

Produced by SatProf in collaboration with GSOA and SSPI, organizations with over 80 years of combined experience in space & satellite, SBQ courses are taught through a mix of self-paced, interactive tutorials, videos, illustrations, and testing to validate understanding and reinforce learning.

SBQ courses and certifications are very affordable, too. They are included in the Training Membership, which also allows students to choose from a wide range of technical courses at various levels. The result is an extraordinary tuition value!

A short summary of each course is below. For complete details, including lessons, topic details, and screen shots, please visit the Course Catalog page and click on the SBQ course of interest.

Fundamental Courses

THE BASICS OF THE BUSINESS OF SPACE

SBQ 401 | Fundamentals of Orbits & Getting into Space

A solid grounding in orbit and propulsion options is invaluable for understanding markets and business cases in any aspect of the space industry. This course walks you through a foundational understanding of these concepts using interactive 3-D animations. No math required.

SBQ 402 | Spacecraft Fundamentals

Understanding the components of a spacecraft and their implications on cost, size, and weight is critical for adept business planning and management. SBQ 402 explains what you need to know for success in your space business career.

SBQ 403 | Space Communications Fundamentals

Whether the application is broad-band Internet, earth observation data downlinks, or telemetry from a deep space probe, communications are the life blood of space missions. Covering modern wireless tech, digital links, antennas, signal-noise dynamics, link budgets, and rain effects, SBQ 403 uses graphics and animations to ensure broad understanding, with a particular emphasis on CAPEX and OPEX. No mathematics or engineering knowledge is required.

SBQ 404 | Space Business - Markets

Delve into satellite communications, broadcasting, earth observation, navigation, space science, exploration, launch services, and spacecraft manufacturing. Learn about technology, supply chains, sector sizes, and growth trends for success in the business environment. Welcome to the future of space commerce.

SBQ 405 | Space Business - Finance, Legal & Regulatory

Discover the dynamic intersection of finance, law, and regulation in the space industry with SBQ 405. Learn how financial management is tailored to satellite businesses, delve into crucial insurance practices, and navigate the global regulatory landscape.