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Create a Business Plan (WPG111-64)

$179

with Natalia Frois

Calendar Next available session starts Apr 5, 2024 at 9 am, runs for 1 week

If you are an entrepreneur thinking about opening your own business, or are already a small business owner and need help developing a business plan, then this program is for you!

A good business plan helps you to structure, run and grow your business. It is essential for all sized companies to have a business plan and to update that plan every year. It also takes in to consideration your changing financial needs: Investors and banks will ask to see your business plan when you borrow money, and commercial landlords will ask for your business plan when you apply to rent space. By participating in this program will learn the steps you will need to take in order to write a plan that will help you manage and maintain a healthy business.

Course Format 
This program is offered in person. 

Introduction to QuickBooks Online (WIT121-66)

$219

with Jane Joyce

Calendar Next available session starts Apr 12, 2024 at 1 pm, runs for 2 weeks

QuickBooks Online contains all the features and tools that a small business or contractor would need to keep track of vendors, customers, and financial accounts.

The purpose of this course is to teach you how to successfully navigate and use QuickBooks Online as your business' accounting software. However, it's also useful for those who have used previous desktop versions of QuickBooks and want to learn about Quickbooks Online. 

Who Should Attend:

This course was designed for the beginning or intermediate user of QuickBooks. 

Course Format:
This course is offered using Zoom. 

Attention Employers: This Training is Eligible for Reimbursement! Click here for eligibility and application process information. Or join us for an upcoming information session. Click here for the schedule and to register for a session. 

Microsoft Excel Advanced in the Workplace

$219

with Elaine Moore

Calendar Next available session starts Apr 18, 2024 at 10 am
1 additional session

This virtual, interactive and hands-on session will explore additional formulas and functions and address absolute verse relative cell referencing, multiple worksheets and displaying of data using charts. It is appropriate for users that need to customize their worksheets, present data through charts, and/or develop long-range spreadsheets for data tracking. Attendees will learn how to expand their knowledge and use of functions and the creation of charts.

Individuals are encouraged to bring current spreadsheet projects with them to work on in real-time, privately with the instructor.

Topics covered include, but are not limited to:

  • Functions in Excel
  • Cell Referencing
  • Creating and Linking Multiple Sheets in a Workbook
  • Creating Charts
  • Filtering and Sorting Data
  • Inserting and Using a Pivot Table

All individuals participating in this training via Zoom are encouraged to have a second monitor, iPad or other tablet device to watch while you participate on your own computer.

Who Should Attend
This course is designed for individuals who are looking to learn more and enhance their MS Excel skills in the workplace. 

Class Format
This course is offered using Zoom. 

Attention Employers:
This Training is Eligible for Reimbursement! Click here for eligibility and application process information. Or join us for an upcoming information session. Click here for the schedule and to register for a session. 

Financial Empowerment (WPG112-64)

$199

with Natalia Frois

Calendar Next available session starts Apr 23, 2024 at 6 pm, runs for 3 weeks

This course is for anyone who wants to improve how they handle their finances!

Having control of your personal and business financial picture is essential in life. This course will teach you the skills and strategies needed to take control of your financial outlook and to better understand the value of money coming in and out of your household. You will learn how to track your income, how to understand credit reports and credit scores, how to create financial goals using SMART Goals method and much more. Workbook included.

Who Should Attend:
This is a great program for anyone, at any age, who is trying to manage their finances and set goals for financial stability.

Course Format:
This program is offered in person.

Social Media: Facebook, Instagram & LinkedIn (WIT260-64)

$179

with Angela Ackerman

Calendar Next available session starts Apr 25, 2024 at 6 pm, runs for 3 weeks

How do you choose which social media platforms to use for your business? Which social media platform will work best for you and your business? When you understand your target audience, your ideal customer, you'll know which social media platform you're most likely to find them on.

Participants will learn how to: 

  • Create effective social media posts and how to create a social media presence on FACEBOOK, INSTAGRAM & LINKEDIN.
  • Set up an online presence for a business or hobby/passion with the free tools and features of an Instagram business account, Facebook business account, and a LinkedIn business account.
  • Establish an influential online presence, manage social media accounts, and develop impactful posts, all while creating a powerful brand image with this beginner-level program.
  • Create effective cross-platform campaigns that drive results, and gain understanding of evaluating and interpreting the performance of your social posts and presence.

Course format
Tis class is offered using Zoom.





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