Business Management Essentials

Course Description

Owning and running your own company can be immensely rewarding, but it’s also a lot of work! I’m here to help guide you through the fundamentals of starting and running your own business.

You’ll learn the ins and outs of small business management, whether you’re going to be a

one-person business, have just acquired a small business with an existing team, or hope to grow big enough to hire a team of talented people who can help achieve your company goals.

This course can help you get a strong handle on the high-level management considerations small business owners need to understand and feel confident about how to manage your business profitably.

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What You Will Learn

Choose appropriate business and organizational structures that match your goals
Understand crucial financial terms, reports, and concepts
Develop a comprehensive business plan
Start researching and designing your strategic plan
Develop strong branding, marketing and sales strategies that will help your business maintain a healthy bottom line
Hire the right people and establish a great customer service focus and team
Grasp the high-level considerations of managing a company’s day-to-day

Course Outline

Unit 1: Establishing Your Business
Unit 2: Building Your Organizational Structure
Unit 3: Managing Business Operations
Unit 4: Understanding Basic Financial Terms and Reports
Unit 5: Managing Budgets and the Bottom Line
Unit 6: Creating Your Corporate Brand
Unit 7: Marketing Your Products and Services
Unit 8: Understanding the Basics of Internet
Unit 9: Selling Your Products and Services
Unit 10: Managing Your Inventory
Unit 11: Establish a Business Plan Frame- work
Unit 12: Strategic Planning 101
Unit 13: Getting the Right People in Place
Unit 14: Leadership 101
Unit 15: Ethics 101

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Online Course

Price: $149.99

The online, self-paced training program is an excellent way for students to train at their own pace. This means they can focus on areas of specific need. This program offers an interactive experience so there’s no need for traditional lectures or presentations; everything takes place through lesson plans with videos as well as exercises.

Benefits of this Format:
With our digital learning system, you can learn virtually anytime anywhere and at your own pace.
Online training is an excellent way for companies with remote employees or multiple office locations to achieve certification. It's also considerably more cost effective than traditional methods, which makes it a smart investment that can help your business grow!
Course activation time is as quick and easy as 1-2-3. Get your employees up to speed in just 24 hours with our quick course design process that's perfect for any business!

Instructor-Facilitated Learning

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Skilled Now offers a variety of classes that are available to take from the comfort and safety of your desk. These scheduled courses provide students with live, instructor-led training delivered by Skilled now faculty using web conferencing software and an audio bridge so you can interact without ever leaving home or office!

Benefits of this Format:
With a flexible schedule, you can take this course whenever it’s most convenient for your day. Check out the different instrucor calenders that appeal to you.
With our interactive and engaging learning experiences, you'll be able to master new topics in a matter of days.
Spend time interacting with the instructor. Ask questions and get clarification on anything you don't understand or feel uncomfortable about!

Private Group Training

HDI offers a unique training solution that can be conducted at your facility, removing individual expenses and giving you more control.

Benefits of this Format:
Take the hassle out of managing your training schedule by scheduling classes and picking them up on-demand.
If you're looking for an affordable way to save money, this is it! With groups of eight or more the option often becomes more cost effective.
You are in charge of the training schedule

Skilled Now Corporate Training Program

Skilled Now understands that you need to provide your staff with the latest training resources and courses. That’s why we offer your in-house instructor training and certification so they can deliver Skilled Now courseware on site, right at their location of choice!

This is the perfect solution for companies that are looking to train more than 50 employees annually. The program includes HDI training and certification, so you can ensure your new hires have what they need from day one!

Benefits of this Format:
The learning process is made more engaging with someone who knows your business inside-out.
The instructor can customize the course to fit your needs and career goals. For example, he or she might show you actual reports from companies that interest you specifically so it's easier for both of us!
You are in charge of the training schedule