The next Business Ownership Training Course will run from 02/09/09 - 04/13/09. The class will meet every Monday from 6pm - 9pm.
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APPLICATIONS: Please note there are two different applications; be sure you download the correct application based on your business ownership status:
Appliation for prospective business owners:
Application for existing business owners:
Completed applications should be mailed to:
Alliance for Business Growth
202 Holcomb Building
Geneseo, NY 14454
Attention: BOTC
Small Business Assistance
BUSINESS OWNERSHIP TRAINING COURSE:
(formally the MAP Program)
a 10 week course offered every spring and fall
Professor James Grillo of Alfred State College teaches a fast-paced, highly informative business course for owners or prospective entrepreneurs. Jim is a business owner himself and he brings to the class hands-on experience that is invaluable. Past participants speak highly of this class and the benefits they derived from taking it:
Steven Berger, owner of Michelle's Fine Jewelry in Geneseo and Lima, and recent graduate, said, "I wish I had taken this class six years ago when I was starting my business! It's been the best business class I've experienced."
Robert Doyle, owner of Mary's Natural Foods on West Buffalo Street in Warsaw, agreed, stating, "Professor Grillo owns several business himself and was able to share his experience with us; he gave concrete examples of how I could improve customer service and increase sales."
The course covers all aspects of owning and managing a business including:
- Creating a Business Plan
- Business Ownership
- Taxes, Insurance, Legal issues
- Financing
- Marketing, Sales
- Planning for Profit, Pricing
- Recordkeeping, Accounting
- Employee Issues
- Computer applications, E-commerce
Technical Assistance:
Individual consultations can be made available to income eligible MAP graduates and DRP participants who request help in the following areas:
- Development of a formal business plan
- Marketing
- Recordkeeping
Selection of Participants
Enrollment in the Business Ownership Course is limited and selection can be competitive. Participants are required to complete an application and selection will be based on:
- Clearly identified vision of business goals
- Level of motivation and skills needed
- Commitment to working hard for business success
- Life experience
- Potential of business to create jobs
CONTINUING EDUCATION:
Seminars highlighting specific areas of interest will be offered FREE to income eligible MAP graduates and DRP clients throughout the year. Participants will have the opportunity to refresh their knowledge and network with business owners from other MAP classes. Topics could include:
- Marketing
- Planning for Profit
- Accounting and Record Keeping
- E-Commerce
Please call our office to request an application for the next available class
