BUSINESS BASICS If you are considering starting your own business, you need to attend this workshop. Topics discussed include the importance of a business plan, legal structures, taxes, insurance, loans and more. Advance registration required.
CRN
Dates
Day
Time
Site
Room
Fee
35089
5/20
T
6 - 8p
LWR
136
$20
35090
6/10
T
6 - 8p
LWR
136
$20
35091
7/15
T
6 - 8p
VC
834
$20
35092
8/12
T
6 - 8p
LWR
136
$20
BUSINESS TAXES Learn what taxes are pertinent to sole proprietorships, corporations and partnerships and the requirements for filing those taxes.
CRN
Dates
Day
Time
Site
Room
Fee
35210
7/10
R
6 - 8p
LWR
135
$50
FINANCING YOUR BUSINESS Learn about SBA loans, government loan programs, venture capital and angel investors; how to apply for these programs and who the contacts are in Manatee and Sarasota counties.
CRN
Dates
Day
Time
Site
Room
Fee
35086
6/25
W
6 - 9:30p
LWR
134
$50
35087
8/27
W
6 - 9:30p
LWR
134
$50
INTRODUCTION TO MARKETING Did you ever wonder how to make that idea a reality? If you want to know how to generate publicity, get your product out there, and create a market and niche, this is the class for you.
CRN
Dates
Day
Time
Site
Room
Fee
35093
5/29
R
6 - 8p
LWR
135
$25
35094
6/26
R
6 - 8p
LWR
135
$25
35095
7/24
R
6 - 8p
LWR
135
$25
35096
8/28
R
6 - 8p
LWR
135
$25
BC = MCC Bradenton, 5840 26th St. W. VC = MCC Venice, 8000 S. Tamiami Trail LWR = Center for Innovation and Technology at MCC Lakewood Ranch 7131 Professional Parkway East
SALES TAX MADE EASY Sales taxes confuse most small business owners and sometimes it seems they were designed to do just that! Learn from a Department of Revenue pro all the basics of what is/is not taxed in Florida, which forms are required and where to get them. This highly informational class is of great value to both existing businesses and new entrepreneurs.
CRN
Dates
Day
Time
Site
Room
Fee
35211
7/24
R
6 - 8p
LWR
136
$25
SBA LOANS Interested in finding out what kind of business loan programs are available from the SBA? Attend this class to learn the specifics about SBA business lending programs.
CRN
Dates
Day
Time
Site
Room
Fee
35101
7/16
W
6 - 8p
VC
TBA
$25
WOMEN/MINORITY CERTIFICATION Learn what is needed to complete the State of Florida Certification Application for Women/Minority Business Enterprise. Discover the contract opportunities available for women and minority businesses in both government and private sectors.
CRN
Dates
Day
Time
Site
Room
Fee
35208
6/26
R
6 - 8p
VC
TBA
$35
35209
8/7
R
6 - 8p
LWR
136
$35
WRITING A BUSINESS PLAN It’s often easier to open the doors than to keep the business profitable, but a well-researched business plan can help pave the way for a successful venture. Students learn the research techniques behind identifying target markets and assembling a marketing plan. You will develop financial projections using your marketing analysis to determine the economic viability of your business venture. This seminar includes a copy of “Ultimate Financial Forecaster” software (a $99 value).
CRN
Dates
Day
Time
Site
Room
Fee
35098
6/11
W
6 - 9:30p
LWR
134
$75
35099
7/9
W
6 - 9:30p
LWR
136
$75
35100
8/13
W
6 - 9:30p
LWR
135
$75
Registration may be done over the phone. Payment is due at time of registration by Visa or Mastercard.
