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MicroEnterprise Coursework

If you are an existing micro-business owner, learn how you can improve your operations and profitability by enrolling in our MicroEnterprise Program. Our MicroEnterprise Program is designed for existing business owners that require assistance in three areas – increasing sales, understanding finances, and finally finishing that business plan.

We understand that a busy entrepreneur has little time to devote to class, so we created an easy 1-2-3 plan that can be achieved in as little as four months. Enroll with us today and we will help you both set and meet your business goals!

Special Offer: Enroll in the entire PACE program for just $150!

1. Access to Market

Plan how to increase your sales with practical marketing principles and techniques.
Topics : Selling by knowing your market, selling a better product, selling at the right price, strategic promotions, one-to-one sales and customer service, marketing operations: planning for your success
Duration : Six, 2-hour sessions over the course of 3 weeks (12 hours)
Cost : $60

2. Access to Capital

Get control of the financial aspects of your company. Be confident with your numbers!
Topics : Principles of financial management, understanding financial statements, cost analysis & pricing, budgeting & cash flow projections, controlling cash flow, access to capital
Duration : Six, 2-hour sessions over the course of 3 weeks (12 hours)
Cost : $60

3. Business Plan

Finally finish that business plan! Use this track to create a solid, complete roadmap.
Topics : Introduction and getting started, company & product overview, market analysis, marketing & sales, operations and management, financials and funds required
Duration : Six, 2-hour sessions over the course of 6 weeks (12 hours)
Cost : $60

Schedule : Click here to view the course schedule for 2007

How to Apply : Fax or mail the application form, register online, or contact us to speak with one of our bi-lingual consultants directly and make an appointment.

For more in-depth training and assistance for your new business, also consider the following training sessions (at no extra charge when you enroll in the entire PACE program for just $150!):

Legal Issues Workshops

Choice of Entity
- The type legal entity you choose for your business influences your tax and liability, protection of intellectual property, regulatory requirements, and more. Do you know your liability for your business?
- Duration : One, 2-hour session (Total: 2 hours)
- Cost : $10
Intellectual Property
- Many small business owners lack expertise and resources to sufficiently protect their intellectual property. Learn how to protect your intellectual property, and when and how to do it.
- Duration : One, 2-hour session (Total: 2 hours)
- Cost : $10
Insurance & Risk Management
- Learn to minimize or eliminate business risks by carefully considering potential insurance programs for your business. Having adequate coverage is critical to the success and growth of your enterprise!
- Duration : One, 2-hour session (Total: 2 hours)
- Cost : $10

Computer Classes

Basic Computer
- Fluency in computer use is increasingly important to today's world. Develop familiarity with the computer and learn how to use it to your advantage.
- Duration : Two, 2-hour sessions over the course of one week (Total: 4 hours)
- Cost : $10
Microsoft Excel
- Become familiar with Excel's many features, which can help you record data, spot trends, and track performance to make better business decisions.
- Duration : Two, 2-hour sessions over the course of one week (Total: 4 hours)
- Cost : $10
Microsoft Word
- Become skilled at using Word to create professional letters and documents for your business.
- Duration : Two, 2-hour sessions over the course of one week (Total: 4 hours)
- Cost : $10
Microsoft PowerPoint
- Find out how to prepare dynamic presentations to pitch your business's services to its clients effectively.
- Duration : Two, 2-hour sessions over the course of one week (Total: 4 hours)
- Cost : $10
Internet
- Learn about using the Internet to conduct research and potentially opening up an entire new market for your business online.
- Duration : Two, 2-hour sessions over the course of one week (Total: 4 hours)
- Cost : $10
E-mail
- Develop familiarity with e-mail programs and correspondence, which can be used to reach out to your clients and other businesses.
- Duration : Two, 2-hour sessions over the course of one week (Total: 4 hours)
- Cost : $10

Small Business Tax Workshops

Basic Business Taxes: Employee vs. Individual Contractor
- Hiring an individual to work for your business may have significant repercussions on your taxes depending on the classification.
- Duration : One, 2-hour session (Total: 2 hours)
- Cost : $10
Business Use of the Home & Schedule C
- Learn about preparing and filing your Schedule C for your business.
- Duration : One, 2-hour session (Total: 2 hours)
- Cost : $10
Recordkeeping
- Maintain a strong recordkeeping system to help you file accurately and on-time, as well as to analyze financial consequences for stronger business decisions.
- Duration : One, 2-hour session (Total: 2 hours)
- Cost : $10
EDD/IRS Basic Payroll Tax Seminar
- Learn all about taxes and payroll for your small business.
- Duration : One, 6-hour session (Total: 6 hours)
- Cost : $10

Additional Workshops

QuickBooks Training
- Manage your business finances by learning to use Quickbooks accounting software, quickly and effectively.
- Duration : Four, 2-hour sessions over the course of 2 weeks (Total: 8 hours)
- Cost : $100
How to Buy and Sell on eBay
- Develop effective skills for using eBay to sell your products.
- Duration: One, 2-hour session (Total: 2 hours)
- Cost: $10
Marketing Your Business with USPS
- Duration: One, 2-hour session (Total: 2 hours)
- Cost: $10