Includes legal forms of ownership, franchises, commercial and governmental sponsors, starting or buying a small business, developing and writing a business plan, strategic planning, accounting, and financial considerations. Also covers purchasing and vendor analysis, production and inventory control, risk and insurance planning, human resource management, and marketing and sales. Includes using the computer, and advanced technologies to gain a competitive edge. Special focus on international opportunities for small business. An examination of the structure and function of human service organizations.
Emphasis is placed on ethical aspects of decision-making.
Case studies will be used to develop analytical skills. Knowledge and techniques which have been learned in earlier courses will be applied in this course. Seniors majoring in Economics and Finance can register for academic credit for field experience with business or government agencies in the greater New York area. Students will work under the supervision of a faculty member.