Description

This course is designed and taught by the Small Business Development Center (SBDC) at SC State University.  The SBDC is a U.S. Small Business Administration resource partner that offers no charge one-on-one business consulting and training.  The SBDC has partnered with the Department of Social Services to offer this course on starting a small business.

Small Business Smart Start is a 3-week course structured to provide a systematic approach to the creation, assessment, growth/development, and operation of new and emerging small business enterprises.  Students will explore the various aspects of small business creation and management during the class through readings and the development of a business plan focused on a new enterprise of their choice.

 The webinar will be presented on Zoom, and a link will be sent upon submission of registration.

The class will include handouts and courses work which will be sent after registration.  The outcome of this class includes a working business plan and certificate.  Participants must attend all three webinars and submit a lean business canvas to receive the certificate.