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Small Business Center Classes & Seminars
Summer Semester 2013 Classes
The Small Business Center (SBC) at Mayland Community College helps to increase the number of businesses and their success rate in Avery, Mitchell Campus, and Yancey Counties by providing business owners and prospective owners with information, training, counseling, and/or referral for service. Call 828-766-1295 to preregister for classes or for information about our services. You may also preregister online at www.mayland.edu continuinged/SBCDesc.html. There is no cost to attend.
The Small Business Center offers classes on topics of interest to the small business community in our service area. If you have an idea for a class or have a special need for business training, please call the SBC Director at (828) 766-1295 and let him know.
Do you have an idea for a business, but do not know where to begin? Take one class, two classes, or all five classes, all at no cost, and learn how to start your business.The classes are held at the Avery Learning Center in Newland, the Mitchell Campus in Spruce Pine, and Town Center in Burnsville. See the schedule below for date and location information.
Starting a Business Series
Do you have an idea for a business, but do not know where to begin? The answer may be found in this five-seminar series. Take one class, two classes, or all five classes, all at no cost, and learn how to start your business. See the schedule below for date and location information.
Steps to Start a Business (3 Hours)
Learn the basic steps for starting a business in Avery, Mitchell, or Yancey counties. Find out about how to research a business idea, secure needed permits and licenses, and evaluate forms of ownership. A copy of “Getting Started: Starting a Small Business in Avery, Mitchell Campus, or Yancey County” will be provided.
5/21, T, 5:30 - 8:30 PMBranch No Charge
MCC Mitchell Campus 828-766-1295
Financing Your Business (3 Hours)
Where do you find the money you need for your business? This class will show you how to access capital. We will also discuss the differences between traditional and non-traditional lenders, equity vs. debt financing, how forms of business ownership affect financing possibilities, and many other topics of interest.
5/28, T, 5:30 - 8:30 PMBranch No Charge
MCC Mitchell Campus 828-766-1295
How to Write a Business Plan (3 Hours)
A business plan has two purposes. It serves as a business roadmap and as a tool to secure financing. Discover how easy it is to create an effective business plan. Students will also receive a copy of “The Business Plan Workbook” and “How to Write a Business Plan.” Sample business plans and other useful handouts will also be provided.
6/4, T, 5:30 - 8:30 PMBranch No Charge
MCC Mitchell Campus 828-766-1295
Marketing and Advertising Basics (3 Hours)
What kind of market is the Avery, Mitchell, and Yancey County region? Gain detailed information on the local market. We will also look at planning your advertising, creating advertising, how to buy advertising, and media cost and availability in the local area.
6/11, T, 5:30 - 8:30 PMBranch No Charge
MCC Mitchell Campus 828-766-1295
Bookkeeping & Income Tax Preparation for Small Businesses (3 Hours)
What information do you need to prepare your federal income taxes? How do you save and organize your business records? Learn a simple, effective way to organize your records, set up a bookkeeping system, and use it to complete your federal income taxes. It is not as difficult as you think!
6/18, T, 5:30 - 8:30 PMBranch No Charge
MCC Mitchell Campus 828-766-1295
General Business Topics
Government-Sponsored Loan Programs (3 Hours)
What do the Small Business Administration, N.C. Rural Center, and U.S. Department of Agriculture have in common? They all sponsor specialized loan programs for small businesses. We will show you how each loan program works, the types of businesses they target, and how to apply.
6/20, TH, 5:30 - 8:30 PMBranch No Charge
MCC Mitchell Campus 828-766-1295
How To Incorporate Your Business (3 Hours) (Revised)
Incorporation is essential to protect your personal assets. This seminar will show you how to incorporate your business in North Carolina. We will cover the incorporation process, cost, and what happens after your charter is approved. We will also discuss the corporate types commonly used by small businesses including single-member Limited Liability Companies and Subchapter S Corporations. Sample forms will be included.
6/25, T, 5:30 - 8:30 PMBranch No Charge
MCC Mitchell Campus 828-766-1295
Get To Know Social Media (3 hours)
You have heard the buzz and now want to know more about social media. In this introductory course, learn how to use Facebook, Twitter, Google+, Pinterest, blogging, and various other social media tools. Please bring your laptop if available.
7/9, T, 5:30 - 8:30 PMMorris No Charge
MCC Mitchell Campus 828-766-1295
Social Media Marketing - The Next Step (3 Hours)
Want to market your business through social media? Learn how to utilize Facebook, Twitter, Google+, Pinterest, blogging, and various other social marketing tools. Please bring your laptop if available.
7/16, T, 5:30-8:30 PMMorris No Charge
MCC Mitchell Campus 828-766-1295
Using Google for Business (3 Hours)
Interested in unleashing the power and flexibility of Google Apps for your business? Want to take care of business using the Cloud? This course will explore Google Apps, including Gmail, Google Calendar, Google Docs, Drive, and more. These technologies will allow you to get things done on the go, increase productivity, and foster online collaboration.
7/18, TH, 5:30-8:30 PMMorris No Charge
MCC Mitchell Campus 828-766-1295
Adobe InDesign, Introduction (9 Hours)
Adobe InDesign allows you to integrate designs with other products quickly and effectively. Learn how to create flyers, business cards, letterheads, ads, brochures, and newsletters. Create your own marketing materials for a small business or organization. The class is suitable for Macintosh or Windows users. Students will need basic computer skills.
7/11, 18, 25, TH, 5:30-8:30 PM (3 nights)Morris No Charge
MCC Mitchell Campus 828-766-1295
Researching Your Market (3 Hours)
How do you answer the question ‘What type of business would work here?’ How do you find ‘your customers’ in a market? This class will show you ways to research markets and customers using internet-based resources.
7/23, T, 5:30 - 8:30 PMBranch No Charged
MCC Mitchell Campus 828-766-1295
Creating Your Business Website (6 Hours)
Almost all businesses today need a website. Paying someone to create one can cost you a lot of money. This hands-on class will show you how to use template-based web sites to create a simple web page for your business, register it in Google Places ™, and get it hosted. Prior experience with programs like word processing and simple photo editing recommended.
7/23, 30, T, 6:00-9:00 PMMcKinney No Charge
MCC Mitchell Campus 828-766-1295
The Small Business Center offers classes on topics of interest or need for the small business community in Avery, Mitchell, and Yancey Counties. If you have an idea for a class or have a special need for business training, please call the SBC Director at (828) 766 - 1295.
