Entrepreneurship Non-Credit Programming

The Entrepreneur and the Enterprise

This is an introductory entrepreneurship course that focuses on the creation of new ventures and the relationship between ideas, entrepreneurs, markets and enterprise as well as the role that entrepreneurship plays in our economy. The course evaluates the business skills and commitment necessary to successfully operate an entrepreneurial venture and help students decide if they have an interest in starting or being part of an entrepreneurially driven business.

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Christine Page
Monday/Wednesday
Aug. 19-Oct. 9, 2013
6-9pm
Liberty Crossing, Room M101
$339

Targeted to students interested in creating and growing their own businesses, this course will focus on key marketing strategies particularly relevant for new ventures. Students will: (1) apply marketing concepts to entrepreneurial company challenges, which include creating and nurturing relationships with new customers, suppliers, distributors, employees and investors; and (2) understand the special challenges and opportunities involved in developing marketing strategies "from the ground up."

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Nichole Hoffman
16 Tuesdays
Aug. 20-Dec. 10, 2013
6-9pm
Liberty Crossing, Room M101
$339

Venture Growth and Development

This course discusses financial, human resource, operations and marketing issues that face entrepreneurs whose businesses are confronted with significant growth potential or that have matured. Among the topics discussed are franchising, initial public offerings, mergers, succession, estate planning, global expansion and exit strategies.

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A. J. Rose
16 Wednesdays
Aug. 21-Dec. 11, 2013
6-9pm
Liberty Crossing, Room M102
$339

Financial Management for Entrepreneurs

Upon successful completion of this course, the student should be able to identify and evaluate the various sources available for funding an enterprise; demonstrate an understanding of financial terminology; read, prepare and analyze a financial statement; and write a loan proposal. In addition, the student should be able to explain the importance of working capital and cash management. The student should also be able to identify financing needs, establish credit policies, and prepare sales forecasts.

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Allan Buhr
16 Thursdays
Aug. 22-Dec. 12, 2013
6-9pm
Liberty Crossing, Room M102
$339

Entrepreneurial Tax and Finance

This is a comprehensive course covering federal and state tax situations for businesses. Tax topics will include income tax, sales and use tax, payroll tax, and unemployment tax. Financial topics will include insurance, employee benefits, retirement planning, budgeting, interpretation of financial statements, and learning how to work with an accounting professional.

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Delvan Roehling
16 Fridays
Aug. 23-Dec. 13, 2013
2-5pm
Liberty Crossing, Room M101
$339

Business Development

 Explores business operations for the self-employed or as a manager of a small business enterprise. The course includes: covering the role of entrepreneur and manager; selecting the appropriate business organization; developing plans and strategies for small, medium, and growing firms; securing financing for start-up and growing operations; exploring growth opportunities; and successfully managing human and material resources

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Jim Silberstein
16 Mondays
Aug. 19-Dec. 9, 2013
2-5pm
Liberty Crossing, Room M102
$339