WomenVenture Business Development Class: Planning to Succeed August 11, 2011

Cultivating business ownership requires a unique set of skills and tools. Create and grow a business that is feasible, viable and desirable in this holistic course for entrepreneurs.

From Concept to Plan - Nurture your seed of an idea into a business owner resume and financial plan while developing effective communication and selling skills.
Marketing Principles - Define your target, analyze your industry and competition, and determine your market position.
Cash Flow Management - Project sales and expenses, and create a contingency plan.
Strategic Risk Management - Ensure your business complies with legal standards, from licenses, permits and taxes to human resources.
Recordkeeping and Financial Management - Understand, analyze and use profit and loss statements, balance sheets and financial ratios to track the health of your business.
Format: Classroom with Homework.

Takeaways: You'll leave with the basics to build a solid business plan, plus a 1-hour session with a seasoned business consultant.

Length: Attend either:
One 3-hour session per week over a five-week period or One 2-day seminar.

Register at http://www.womenventure.org/career.cfm?ID=53&CatID=12&SecNum=16

Official Website: http://www.womenventure.org/career.cfm?ID=53&CatID=12&SecNum=16