There is no single text for this course. An analysis of managing a small business enterprise. Includes characteristics of the entrepreneur, conducting a feasibility study for a new firm, or purchase of an existing firm. Reviews legal forms of operation, financing, profit and loss statements, balance sheet analysis, cash flows, location, personnel, marketing and competition.
Heavy emphasis is placed on case analysis.
To examine current issues facing small business growth. To familiarize the student with current Internet and other sources of assistance to those establishing and operating small businesses. To develop research, critical thinking and data handling skills relating to small business start-up through conducting a feasibility study. To promote oral confidence and competence through discussion and presentation of business issues, cases and the feasibility study. The focus of this class will be skill development and critical thinking applied to small business management.