Entrepreneurship Program

Instructor: Kevin Stilphen

How does one become an entrepreneur? In the Entrepreneurship Program, you will be given the opportunity to learn the basics of starting your own business, as well as, the day-to-day management activities of a small business. You will learn about the different forms of business ownership. The creation of a business plan including a marketing and financial plan will be completed. Your understanding of entrepreneurship will be enhanced through guest speakers from the business community, and through support services from area agencies. Upon completion of a semester and a half, students will have the option of working at an internship site in a related small business.

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Provides students the opportunity to . . .

• learn the “language of business”
• prepare you for a successful career as a business owner
• learn the basics of owning your own business
• develop strong technical and analytical skills, and unlock critical thinking skills
• become familiar with software applications that are used in the business world like Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint
• learn about Time Management
• learn presentation skills for selling your ideas, products and business
• learn the actual functions and day-to-day operation of a small business

Career Opportunities . . .

This core curriculum would benefit most students considering a career in business. This is an excellent program that would enhance your portfolio for job applications. Highly recommended for students interested in owning their own business, management, marketing and financial planning.

Course Topics…

• What should you consider before you become an Entrepreneur
• Selecting a type of ownership for a business
• What to include in a business plan
• How do you market your business
• What to look for when hiring and managing a staff
• Financial aspects of a business – raise money, protecting your interests and insuring your business
• Experience an internship
• How to manage your time efficiently

 

 

Students enrolling in Entrepreneurship should . . .

• have excellent attendance
• be able to work independently
• have good grooming and personal hygiene
• be willing to work as a team member
• read and comprehend text with reading Lexiles from 960 – 1010

Partnership programs . . .

Small Business Administration (SBA)
Androscoggin Valley Council of Government (AVCOG)
Service Corps of Retired Executives (SCORE)

Students are required to . . .

• provide reliable transportation to and from the internship site.
• contact instructor when unable to attend class and internship.
• wear professional attire appropriate to the internship site.