Small Business Development Center Ogden, Ut

Training Programs

For a current Schedule of classes click here. Please pre-register for all classes by calling Beverly King at (801)626-7232 or E-mail bking1@weber.edu or going to the Utah SBDC website.

Smart Series These short two-hour workshops provide useful information for individuals looking to start a business and those who are looking to improve and expand their current management practices for existing businesses. Classes are offered on a frequent basis or special classes can be arranged for guaranteed groups of twelve or more.

Start Smart

Rewards and drawbacks of business ownership
Business entry strategies
Business planning
Legal and regulatory requirements
Choosing a form of business ownership
Financing strategies for a new business
Sources of business assistance

No fee.

Market Smart – Introduction to Marketing

The importance of marketing
Business plans vs. Marketing plans
Elements of a market
Marketing research and analysis
Conducting a competitive analysis
Building and sustaining competitive advantage
Market Segmentation
Developing a marketing strategy
Sources of marketing assistance and advice

No fee.

Money Smart – Introduction to Finance and Accounting

The goals of accounting and finance
Cash versus accrual accounting
Elements of an effective accounting system
Preparing and using balance sheets
Historical and pro-forma income statements
Developing cash flow projections
Cash flow management
Ratio analysis
Sources of assistance for financial management

No fee.

BizSmart - Full Entrepreneurship Course

A ten week course on entrepreneurship accessible 24/7 from your computer. Communicate on-line with your class instructor, guest speakers, your local coach and other class participants from across the State. Topics include organization, market research, marketing strategy, accounting essentials, financing, management and more. Computer and Internet access required. For additional information go to www.mybizsmart.com .

Class fee of $399. Ask about possible scholarships and the availability of Veteran's Administration Educational Benefits.

Special Offerings

7 Habits for Small Business Managers - This FranklinCovey workshop is an intensive hands-on learning experience that focuses on the fundamentals of great leadership. It improves people and they improve the success of the business - dramatically. The workshop is taught as a multi-session, facilitator-led workshop. The workshop follows a reinforced learning process that includes a rich comprehensive participant guidebook, a Management Essentials book with insights on the role of the manager, and an audio CD with Stephen R. Covey explaining how the 7 Habits apply to managers. Typically, 7 Habits for Managers training costs $795. Special pricing of $395 is available only through the SBDC for those in a private sector company of fewer than 300 employees.

Quickbooks - An overview of Quickbooks Accounting system, the instructor will demonstrate lists, transaction entry and reports. This is an excellent way to find out what Quickbooks can do for your buisness. 2 hours - $10.

Internet Business - This five session course will help you establish a basic website and teach you how to utilize features to have your website found and be effective for your Internet business. Students are mentored as they progress through various elements including use of apps, SEO, social media and more. Class meets once per month for five months - $85 for the entire course.

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