Small Business

Business Math Fundamentals (16 Hrs)

Course #	Reg #	Days	Hours	Dates	Room	Fee	Instructor
BUSG 1008 81001	583589	Online	-	10/19/09 - 10/26/09	Online	$125	Wozniak
A review of general math and applications to daily business practices such as calculations of depreciation and interest. This course is taught in a format and at a pace suitable for the small business owner who has been away from math for awhile. Topics include: terminology and symbols; fractions, decimals, and percents; order of operatons; calculation of depreciation, interest, and price mark up. Bring your calculator.

Create a Winning Advertising Plan (16 Hrs)

Course #	Reg #	Days	Hours	Dates	Room	Fee	Instructor
BMGT 1017 81001	583590	TTh	6:00PM - 10:00PM	11/10/09 - 11/19/09	D142	$125	Love
This course introduces and evaluates types of advertising media including newspaper and magazine print, radio, television, direct mail, and outdoor advertising. You will plan a promotional campaign which incorporates specific strategies and techniques of advertising guidelines.

Developing a Marketing Plan (16 Hrs)

Course #	Reg #	Days	Hours	Dates	Room	Fee	Instructor
BMGT 1016 81001	583591	TTh	6:00PM - 10:00PM	11/24/09 - 12/08/09	D142	$125	Parker
Developing an effective marketing plan is the foundation for a successful business. Topics include: market segmenting; evaluating competition; sales and advertising strategies; developing returning client relationships; evaluating media options; and proper use for advertising and sales promotions. The end result will be a written marketing plan for each student.

Developing a Small Business Plan (18 Hrs)

Course #	Reg #	Days	Hours	Dates	Room	Fee	Instructor
BUSG 1025 81001	583592	Online	-	9/28/09 - 10/09/09	Online	$145	Nevels
Step-by-step instruction in how to develop a business plan for small business start-up or expansion that can be submitted to a financial institution or used for implementation. Emphasis on importance of the plan, components, format, and other considerations.

How to Start & Operate a Small Business (21 Hrs)

Course #	Reg #	Days	Hours	Dates	Room	Fee	Instructor
BUSG 1024 81001	583594	Online	-	9/14/09 - 9/27/09	Online	$155	Nevels
Designed for individuals interested in starting their own business or those already in business and wanting to be more successful. Topics include the business plan; raising capital; defining and entering the market; planning cash-flow; insurance and benefit planning, and basic management techniques.

Managing an HR Dept of One (7 Hrs)

Course #	Reg #	Days	Hours	Dates	Room	Fee	Instructor
HRPO 1091 81004	583680	TTh	6:00PM - 9:30PM	11/03/09 - 11/05/09	D142	$75	Hicks

Small Business Record Keeping (7 Hrs)

Course #	Reg #	Days	Hours	Dates	Room	Fee	Instructor
BUSG 1020 81001	583682	Online	-	10/12/09 - 10/17/09	Online	$75	Wozniak
To be successful, a small business person must have a working knowledge of how to keep effective records. You must also know what the Internal Revenue Services (IRS), other government agencies, and financial institutions require. Topics addressed include: employment taxes, deposit and record-keeping requirements, and preparation of various forms.

Successful Communications for Business (16 Hrs)

Course #	Reg #	Days	Hours	Dates	Room	Fee	Instructor
BMGT 1022 81001	583683	Sat	9:00AM - 1:00PM	11/07/09 - 12/05/09	D142	$125	Parker
Make your first impressions count. This course will focus on results-driven communication, both oral and written. Topics will include writing winning proposals, press releases and resumes, teambuilding through effective communication, tools for effective speaking, presentation skills, nonverbal comunication and how words can impact the bottom line. We will also discuss the concept of the "2 Minute Elevator Speech"...from a dynamic opening to a closing statement that makes a lasting impression.

Tax Essentials for Small Business (7 Hrs)

Course #	Reg #	Days	Hours	Dates	Room	Fee	Instructor
BUSG 1021 81001	583684	Online	-	10/27/09 - 11/01/09	Online	$75	Wozniak
Presentation of the information for the small business person to prepare small business tax statements. Topics include: employment tax, income tax, unemployment tax; federal record-keeping requirements; business credits and deductions; employee vs. contract labor; and preparation of quarterly tax forms. All materials are provided. Please bring a calculator to class.