Description
423. SMALL AND FAMILY BUSINESS MANAGEMENT. An upper-level course in which students are exposed to the dynamics of business start-ups and small business management. Students learn of the challenges and rewards of small business ownership, explore the types of businesses they could start or own, while applying previous coursework in marketing, management, finance, etc., to the small business environment. Students will interact with practicing entrepreneurs in various fields. The capstone assignment is a full business plan for the business, non-profit, or ministry of the student's choosing. All plans are entered into the campus-wide business plan competition. Students lacking a business background may be assigned additional reading. Prerequisites: Junior or senior standing or instructor's permission. Spring semester only, three hours.