MGMT 3373 Small Business Management

3 credits
The course provides basic principles necessary to establish, maintain and grow a small business guided by Christian principles such as an ethic of caring and an ongoing dedication and commitment to operating within a moral framework. Additionally, all aspects of the business are presented from an owner mentality of passion for the work, risk acceptance and dedication to the endeavor. Topics include product and service markets, sources of small business assistance (e.g. S.B.A., state & local agencies), financing needs and sources (e.g. venture capital and insured loans) as well as such operational issues of customer service, leadership and strategic planning. Prerequisite: MGMT 2013