Use Online Registration to register for these courses. For more information, call the Business and Professional Institute at (630) 942-2600, or e-mail bpi@cod.edu. For business focused online learning go to www.cod.edu/BPI/training/online.htm.
Spring 2008
Small Business Management Courses
Bus Small—Business Basics
BASICS OF STARTING A BUSINESS. Learn about the thorough preparation needed to start a successful business. Start-up topics include ways to start a business, legal issues, financing and writing a business plan. Course information applies to a broad range of businesses. $35
CAB. CODE# 34233. W, 6 TO 9 P.M.
Above Class Only – Meets 1 Day, 1/9
CAB. CODE# 34239. W, 9 A.M. TO NOON
Above Class Only – Meets 1 Day, 5/21
CAB. CODE# 34240. W, 1 TO 4 P.M.
Above Class Only – Meets 1 Day, 5/21
CAB. CODE# 34237. TH, 1 TO 4 P.M.
Above Class Only – Meets 1 Day, 3/20
CAB. CODE# 34234. TH, 9 A.M. TO NOON
Above Class Only – Meets 1 Day, 2/7
CAB. CODE# 36583. TH, 1 TO 4 P.M.
Above Class Only – Meets 1 Day, 2/7
NFC. CODE# 34236. T, 6 TO 9 P.M.
Above Class Only – Meets 1 Day, 3/4
WCCEC. CODE# 34235. TH, 1 TO 4 P.M.
Above Class Only – Meets 1 Day, 2/14
WCCEC. CODE# 34238. TH, 9 A.M. TO NOON
Above Class Only – Meets 1 Day, 4/3Bus Small—Business Plan
THE BUSINESS PLAN. Develop a blueprint for the start-up and growth of a business venture. Identify the components of a business plan, and determine how the plan can be used to estimate the viability of the venture, serve as a risk management tool and communicate company goals. $35
CAB. CODE# 34230. W, 1 TO 5 P.M.
Above Class Only – Meets 1 Day, 4/9
CAB. CODE# 36584. W, 6 TO 10 P.M.
Above Class Only – Meets 1 Day, 1/23
CAB. CODE# 34229. W, 6 TO 10 P.M.
Above Class Only – Meets 1 Day, 2/20Bus Small—Buy or Sell a Business
BUYING OR SELLING A BUSINESS. Business buyers or sellers gain decision-making tools and step-by-step instruction on current conditions in the Chicago area. Locate businesses for sale, identify key criteria and assess your personnel circumstances. $45
CAB. CODE# 34241. W, 6 TO 9 P.M.
Above Class Only – Meets 1 Day, 1/9
CAB. CODE# 34242. W, 6 TO 9 P.M.
Above Class Only – Meets 1 Day, 2/13Bus Small—Buying a Franchise
BUYING A FRANCHISE. Gain an insider’s view of buying a franchise. Determine how to narrow choices and select a reputable franchiser. Explore the range of consulting practices, effective marketing techniques and the management of client relationships. $58
CCGE. CODE# 34226. W, 6 TO 9 P.M.
Above Class Only – Meets 1 Day, 2/6
CCGE. CODE# 34225. W, 6 TO 9 P.M.
Above Class Only – Meets 1 Day, 1/16Bus Small—SBA and Micro Loans
SBA AND MICRO LOAN FINANCING. Determine if the Small Business Administration and micro-lending programs are appropriate for your business by gaining an understanding about these programs. Identify what is required of the borrower and what information is needed to facilitate the lending process. $45
CAB. CODE# 34245. T, 1 TO 4 P.M.
Above Class Only – Meets 1 Day, 4/1
CAB. CODE# 34243. W, 6 TO 9 P.M.
Above Class Only – Meets 1 Day, 1/30
NFC. CODE# 34244. W, 6 TO 9 P.M.
Above Class Only – Meets 1 Day, 2/27Bus Small—Starting a Small Business
START AND SUCCEED IN SMALL BUSINESS. Obtain essential management tools necessary to succeed in small business. Develop an awareness of legal issues, risk management, financing, marketing, bookkeeping and accounting, as well as the planning aspects of business ownership. $185
CAB. CODE# 34227. T, TH, 6 TO 9 P.M.
Above Class Only – Meets 3 Weeks, Start Week Of 5/5
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