Program: Business
This course introduces the student to the fundamentals of entrepreneurship. The students will gain the knowledge and skills necessary to research and begin a small business. Explores opportunity analysis, startup-expenses, forms of business ownership, site selection, and sources of funding. student’s research and compare buying an existing business, starting a new business and franchising. Also … Continue reading “Entrepreneurship*”
The Real Estate Principles and Practices course is for students seeking to become real estate agents, property managers, homeowners or investors. This course is taught by seasoned real estate professionals and successfully meets the minimum requirements for real estate licensing in the State of Connecticut and meets the minimum requirements set forth by the … Continue reading “Real Estate Principles & Practices”
Fundraising is a vital tool for nonprofits not only in generating necessary funds but also in expanding their reach and building community support. It is more than just collecting money; it is about engaging with people and sharing the nonprofit’s mission, thereby growing its network. Students will have an opportunity to gain experience about fundraising, … Continue reading “Nonprofit Fundraising”
Ready to develop the skills and strategies to be a successful grant writer that is mission-focused? This course will help students further their career goals and learn the critical skills to becoming a successful grant writer. This course will explore how your nonprofit mission/vision, budgets, program designs, staffing and leadership combine to make a successful … Continue reading “Nonprofit Grant Writing and Program Design “
This course is designed for business leaders and creative professionals who want to explore the potential of Generative AI in enhancing their processes, outputs, and problem-solving capabilities. Students will gain a comprehensive understanding of leading AI models, such as ChatGPT, Claude 3, and Google Gemini, and learn how to leverage their capabilities through advanced prompting … Continue reading “Generative AI for Business and Creative Professionals”
In this course, we’ll focus on the crucial role of customers in any business. We’ll discuss strategies for retaining customers and understanding why they might be willing to pay more for your products or services. Rather than just offering a good product, we’ll delve into how providing a great customer experience can set your business … Continue reading “Fundamentals of Customer Service”
The four modules in this certificate program focus on preparing you for the AIPB Certified Bookkeeper exams by helping you master the skills and knowledge required for certification. Bookkeeping Practices; Mastering Correcting and Adjusting Entries; Mastering Depreciation and Payroll; Mastering Inventory, Internal Controls, and Fraud prevention. A Certificate of Completion will be awarded to students … Continue reading “Bookkeeping Certification”
This course will explore the essence of effective business writing. We’ll dissect various types of documents, such as memos, inquiry letters, sales pitches, and messages delivering both good and bad news, all aimed at inspiring readers to act. The course will prioritize practical techniques for composing business communication with confidence and ease. Expect to develop … Continue reading “Basics of Good Business Writing”
This course explores the profound impact of artificial intelligence on society, focusing on the ethical and social implications of emerging technologies. Over the span of five weeks, students will engage with critical topics such as privacy, surveillance, bias, fairness, employment, regulation, and ethical guidelines. Through lectures, discussions, and case studies, participants will learn to assess … Continue reading “AI in Society: Ethical and Social Implications”