ORHT 172 - Mgmt of Horticulture Business

Institution:

SUNY College of Agriculture and Technology at Cobleskill

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Description:

The principles and practices necessary for planning and operating a successful retail horticulture business is the focus of this course. In-depth studies will include: market analysis, business plan, site and location, shop location, ownership, business insurance, start-up capital, merchandise displays, pricing, inventory control, salesmanship, marketing, human resource management and computer record keeping. Students will receive first-hand training in retail horticulture sales with a campus flower shop and garden center business called "Anything Grows." The course includes a term project to plan for the opening of a retail or wholesale horticulture business. Additional course fees, including field trip to horticulture businesses are required.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.cobleskill.edu/

Phone Number:

(518) 255-5525

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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