BUSINESS

BUSINESS

UNIVERSITY OF IOWA

Basics of Small Business Accounting

Course Number: 06T:113:EXW

Credit: 1 undergraduate or graduate credits

Tuition: $224 undergraduate, $349 graduate

Dates: January 22 - February 22, 2008

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This Internet-based course is an introduction to understanding financial statements of small companies including the basics of balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow statements. Students will also learn about preparing pro forma financial statements for new ventures. 6T:113 duplicates 6A:001 and 6A:002; earned hours for 6T:113 will not be counted if 6A:001 or 6A:002 is also taken.

Prerequisites: non-business major

Computer Requirements: In order to participate in this course your computer may require the following: speakers, sound card, any speed internet connection, Adobe Reader, and Flash Player. To test your computer and access links to download some of these players go to: http://www.continuetolearn.uiowa.edu/ccp/connect/.

Note: May be applied toward the Entrepreneurship certificate. For complete information on the Entrepreneurship certificate program, visit the web site at http://www.iowajpec.org.

Instructor: David K Hensley

For information contact www.continuetolearn.uiowa.edu/ccp/, The University of Iowa Division of Continuing Education, Center for Credit Programs, 116 International Center, Iowa City, IA 52242-1802. Call toll-free 1-800-272-6430 or (319) 335-2575. Fax: (319) 335-2740.

To register visit: http://www.continuetolearn.uiowa.edu/ccp/de/regform.htm

UNIVERSITY OF IOWA

Basics of Small Business Marketing

Course Number: 06T:116:EXW

Credit: 1 undergraduate or graduate credits

Tuition: $224 undergraduate, $349 graduate

Dates: January 22 - February 22, 2008

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An introduction to basic marketing concepts for non-business majors; review of traditional and guerrilla marketing strategies; focus on marketing information required in a business plan. Section EXW is intended for off-campus students. On-campus students should register for section SCA. Web-based course; taught online Not open to students who have received credit for 06M:100. Not open to students who have received credit for 06M:100.

Prerequisite: non-business major

Note: May be applied toward the Entrepreneurship certificate. For complete information on the Entrepreneurship certificate program, visit the web site at http://www.iowajpec.org.

Instructor: David K Hensley

To register visit: http://www.continuetolearn.uiowa.edu/ccp/de/regform.htm

UNIVERSITY OF IOWA

Entrepreneurship & New Business Formation

Course Number: 06T:120:EXW

Credit: 3 undergraduate or graduate credits

Tuition: $672 undergraduate, $1047 graduate

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Explore the entrepreneurial process from conception to birth of a new venture. Emphasis is on attributes of successful entrepreneurs, innovation and creativity, opportunity recognition, venture screening, identification of resources, and feasibility analysis. 6T:120 duplicates 6J:125 in some cases.

Corequisites: 06A:001 or 06A:020 or 06T:113

Instructor: David K Hensley

To register visit: http://www.continuetolearn.uiowa.edu/ccp/de/regform.htm

UNIVERSITY OF IOWA

Capital Acquisition & Cash Flow Management

Course Number: 06T:133:EXW

Credit: 3 undergraduate or graduate credits

Tuition: $672 undergraduate, $1047 graduate

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This course helps students understand the process of capital acquisition and cash flow management. It explains techniques, projections, and measurements used in valuing and funding new and growing ventures. It also teaches how to identify sources and strategies for raising capital.

Prerequisite: 06T:120

Note: May be applied toward the Entrepreneurship certificate. For complete information on the Entrepreneurship certificate program, visit the web site at http://www.iowajpec.org.

Instructor: David K Hensley

To register visit: http://www.continuetolearn.uiowa.edu/ccp/de/regform.htm

UNIVERSITY OF IOWA

Entrepreneurial Marketing

Course Number: 06T:134:EXW

Credit: 3 undergraduate or graduate credits

Tuition: $672 undergraduate, $1047 graduate

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Gain practical understanding of marketing concepts for application in new business settings. Students develop a marketing plan, identify markets, create products, design promotions and sales programs, and assess ongoing customer service needs.

Prerequisites: completion of or concurrent registration in 06T:120, and completion of or concurrent registration in 06T:116 or 06M:100

Note: May be applied toward the Entrepreneurship certificate. For complete information on the Entrepreneurship certificate program, visit the web site at http://www.iowajpec.org.

Instructor: Lynn M Jahn

To register visit: http://www.continuetolearn.uiowa.edu/ccp/de/regform.htm

UNIVERSITY OF IOWA

Managing the Growth Business

Course Number: 06T:150:EXW

Credit: 3 undergraduate or graduate credits

Tuition: $672 undergraduate, $1047 graduate

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This course covers issues faced by newly formed business experiencing rapid growth; adapting organizational structure as business expands, building a management team, hiring new employees, and managing the strategic growth of a business. Students look at case studies particularly in technology sector.

Prerequisites: 06T:120, 06T:133 and 06T:134

Note: May be applied toward the Entrepreneurship certificate. For complete information on the Entrepreneurship certificate program, visit the web site at http://www.iowajpec.org.

To register visit: http://www.continuetolearn.uiowa.edu/ccp/de/regform.htm

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Phone: 712-366-3647
Fax: 712-366-1723
E-mail: swirrc@iastate.edu

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