Course Requirements
To ensure maximum benefit from the course, participants are encourage to attend every session in its entirety. In the event that you must miss class time, you must contact the instructor prior to the start of class.
You will be asked to complete reading and work assignments from the course texts. These will supplement the materials covered in class and support you as you complete your business plan. In order to help guide you through the completion of your business plan, you will be asked to turn in draft sections of the plan. As you submit these sections, they will be reviewed by the instructor and return with comments. This constructive feedback will give you guidance and insight that will produce a competent and professional plan. This step-by-step process will also make the creation of a business plan less overwhelming.
With full attendance and active participation, you will receive a certificate of participation at the end of the course, but if you complete and submit a full draft of your business plan you will receive a certificate of completion.
During the last session, those who have completed their business plan will be asked to give a five-minute presentation of their business concept. This will be an oral representation of your plan's executive summary. Each presenter will be provided feedback on his or her business plan in a peer-friendly environment.