This course provides business and non-business majors with the skills necessary to succeed as an entrepreneur. The fundamentals of starting and operating a business, developing a business plan, obtaining financing, marketing a product or service and developing an effective accounting system will be covered.

Upon completion of the course, the student will be able to demonstrate knowledge of the following topics:

1. Understanding the dynamic role of entrepreneurship and small businesses
2. Organizing and Managing a Small Business
3. Financial Planning and Control
4. Forms of Ownership for Small Business
5. Strategic Marketing Planning
6. New Product or Service Development
7. Business Plan Creation