BUS 160 - Entrepreneurship and New Venture Practice

Institution:

Washington County Community College

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Description:

3 class hours This course is designed to bring out the required attributes of an entrepreneur. It begins by discussing the characteristics and personality of successful entrepreneurs, then provides information on becoming an entrepreneur, types of ownership, the importance of developing a business plan, marketing a business, hiring and managing a staff, and financing, protecting and insuring the business. Entrepreneurship class members will consider business planning, self-assessment, idea generation, and operating strategies required to set up small business. The business planning process includes opportunity recognition, concept development, feasibility analysis, and the business plan. Students will be introduced to the skills and strategies relevant for start-up and early stage entrepreneurs.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.wccc.me.edu

Phone Number:

(207) 454-1000

Regional Accreditation:

New England Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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