Students learn the essential steps for starting a business, including product and service analysis, market research, financial planning, and business plan development. The course explores startup strategies such as franchising and buyouts and introduces tools for forecasting and opportunity evaluation using technology and social media. Through case studies and problem-solving, students gain practical skills for planning and launching a new business venture.
This course connects to the following career pathways:
Finance - Accounting
Prerequisites
This course is intended for students who have previously completed a two-year Career and Technical Education (CTE) sequence of courses.
To enroll in this course, students must meet all eligibility requirements established by Northern Virginia Community College.