The vast majority of biotechnology companies are small businesses. California is home to some of the most innovative companies in the world, but entrepreneurial scientists and engineers who aim to build companies need to learn business fundamentals or recognize that they need to hire business experts. Learn how to start, plan and grow your business so you can compete and survive in today's tough economic climate.
Leadership Academy
The Leadership Academy is a seven-month series of courses designed to advance the knowledge of mid-level managers who wish to assume a leadership role in their organization when a position becomes available. Academy participants will develop effective leadership and managerial skills, such as, effective communication, strategic thinking and innovative ways to negotiate and foster collaboration within their organization.
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Small Business Development Certificate
This program provides participants with a business plan for both operating and financing purposes as well as the knowledge and skills to start a business.
For more information contact:
(310) 243-3355 or e-mail jvogel@csudh.edu or visit the program website . To apply call: (877) GO-HILLS or (310) 243-3741
Entrepreneurship: Start-up and Business Owner Management Certificate Program (Online)
Interested in starting, owning and operating a business? The Entrepreneurship: Start-Up and Business Owner Management program provides an excellent foundation for not just the start-up business owner, but also the business owner or manager who wants to gain a further basic and introductory understanding of some of the essential principles associated with owning and operating a start-up or on-going business. The program includes Business Plan Development, Positioning For and Finding Financing, Legal Issues in Operations, as well as Buying and Selling a Business. You will grow in your understanding of financial and accounting terms, gain confidence and improve your communication skills, as well as explore some of the topics of running a business in accord with legal requirements. It’s never been easier to get your own business up and running!
For more information contact: Janice Bruett Program Coordinator at janice.bruett@csueastbay.edu or (510) 885-2321 or visit the program website .
Leadership Development Certificate
Realize your leadership potential in the Certificate in Leadership Development, a program designed for emerging leaders. The current management emphasis on teams and teamwork makes leadership skills critical to success in today's workplace. In the leadership development courses in this program, you begin by assessing the attributes, skills, knowledge and personal goals that you bring to the role of leadership.
In the Leadership Development Certificate program, you will learn what it means to lead with a vision. You will also examine the nature of strategic leadership and develop a better understanding of your purpose and role within the organization. Classes are led by seasoned experts in coaching, mentoring and teams.
The Leadership Development Certificate program includes six courses totaling 36 hours of lecture and hands-on experience. The certificate graduate will receive 3.6 Continuing Education Units (CEUs).
For more information contact:
Kristyn Hursh, 657.278.7427, khursh@fullerton.edu or visit program website .
Entrepreneurship: Start-up and Business Owner Management Certificate Program (Online)
This nationally recognized Entrepreneurship online course and training program teaches students the basic and foundational skills needed to start their own business. This Entrepreneurship: Start-Up and Business Owner Management program provides an excellent foundation for not just the start-up business owner, but also the business owner or manager who wants to gain a further understanding of some of the basic, essential and fundamental principles associated with owning and operating a start-up or on-going business. The program includes an introduction to Business Plan Development, Positioning For and Finding Financing, Legal Issues in Operations, as well as Buying and Selling a Business and is for someone with little or no previous experience. You will grow in your understanding of financial and accounting terms, gain confidence and improve your communication skills, as well as explore some basic of the topics of running a business in accord with legal requirements. It’s never been easier to get your own business up and running! This online certificate program is offered in partnership with major colleges, universities, and other accredited education providers.
For more information visit the program website .
Entrepreneurship: Start-up and Business Owner Management Certificate (Online)
This nationally recognized Entrepreneurship course and online training program teaches students the skills needed to start their own business. This Entrepreneurship: Start-Up and Business Owner Management program provides an excellent foundation for not just the start-up business owner, but also the business owner or manager who wants to gain a further understanding of some of the essential principles associated with owning and operating a start-up or on-going business. The program includes Business Plan Development, Positioning For and Finding Financing, Legal Issues in Operations, as well as Buying and Selling a Business. You will grow in your understanding of financial and accounting terms, gain confidence and improve your communication skills, as well as explore some of the topics of running a business in accord with legal requirements. It’s never been easier to get your own business up and running!
For more information or to apply click here .
Entrepreneurship: Start-up and Business Owner Management Certificate (Online)
This nationally recognized Entrepreneurship course and online training program teaches students the skills needed to start their own business. This Entrepreneurship: Start-Up and Business Owner Management program provides an excellent foundation for not just the start-up business owner, but also the business owner or manager who wants to gain a further understanding of some of the essential principles associated with owning and operating a start-up or on-going business. The program includes Business Plan Development, Positioning For and Finding Financing, Legal Issues in Operations, as well as Buying and Selling a Business. You will grow in your understanding of financial and accounting terms, gain confidence and improve your communication skills, as well as explore some of the topics of running a business in accord with legal requirements. It’s never been easier to get your own business up and running!
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