Cole County
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Starting A Small Business: The First Steps
Course Description: This introductory 3-hour course will provide you with an overview of the first steps associated with starting a business. It is designed specifically for those who are thinking about starting a business. Participants will have an opportunity to assess their strengths and weaknesses, learn about the importance of planning, discuss the legal and regulatory requirements, and identify sources for financing. The last half hour of this class will be dedicated to questions and answers and general discussion.
Learning Objectives:
- Identify the resources that will assist you with starting a business in
Missouri
- Identify areas in which they need additional business assistance or training.
Time: Three hours
Course Material: A Participant’s Journal and other handouts will be provided
Topics Covered:
- Introduction
- The Basics of Business Ownership and Planning
- Forms of Business Ownership and Legal Issues
- Marketing Basics
- Financing Basics
- Resources
- Questions and Answers
Instructional Format: Lecture and Discussion
Dates during 2009
January 15
February 17
March 19
Apr 14
May 14
July 16
August 13
September 17
October 6
November 16
Cost: $30. Sign up for this class and The Basics of Writing A Business Plan and your cost is $50. Payment due at the first program to receive the discount. Pre-registration preferred, but not required.
Register by calling the Cole County Extension Center or email thompsoncv@missouri.edu
Also offered at State Fair Community College, Sedalia January 15, 2008. To register call the Lifelong Learning Office, State Fair Community College at 660-530-5800 ext. 286 or email mchapman@sfccmo.edu Pre-registration is required for the State Fair Community College offering.
Additional Information:
http://www.missouribusiness.net/training/starting_small_business_first_steps.asp
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University of Missouri Extension, Cole County coleco@missouri.edu Updated 11/07/07 |
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