Courses

For prospective and new business owners. Outlines the process of developing and pitching a business plan. Introduction to pitch decks and pitching strategies.

An overview of the considerations involved in starting a new business. Topics include entrepreneur and small business characteristics, evaluation of business idea, business licenses and permits, legal structures for business, and basic financial considerations.

An exploration of the major types of green certifications and the process of achieving them, as well as the obstacles and opportunities small businesses face in implementing and maintaining sustainable practices that are economically, ecologically, and socially sound.

A practical, targeted study of how to develop and implement a successful marketing strategy for small business.

An introduction to free cloud-based software tools for entrepreneurs engaging in business research and planning, website management, blogging, database creation, search engine optimization (SEO) and point of sale solutions.

Development of effective interpersonal communication skills in business settings, thinking strategically about communication as a future business owner. Introduction to communication guidelines and related issues and the opportunity to put those guidelines into practice.

Exploration of ways entrepreneurs can raise startup capital for their small business funding, with pros and cons of each. Evaluation of a business idea for viability and fundability.