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FastTrac® NewVenture™

FastTracĀ® NewVenture™ is a ten module series for anyone interested in starting a business. This educational program, created by entrepreneurs for entrepreneurs, is designed to help you evaluate and perfect your business concept, and complete a comprehensive business plan.

You will study with a group of entrepreneurs, certified instructors, and people with start-up business experience who understand the pitfalls of starting a new enterprise. When you finish the program, you will know if your idea has profit potential, and if starting a business is right for you!

In this ten module FastTracĀ® NewVenture™ program you will:

  • Explore entrepreneurship and develop your business concept.
  • Identify and research market needs.
  • Set financial goals and determine start-up costs.
  • Develop research skills and determine the unique features and benefits of your product/service.
  • Research and analyze the market and prepare a marketing plan.
  • Create a business image and marketing strategies.
  • Build the organization team and understand legal structures.
  • Plan for a profitable business, evaluate pricing and profitability.
  • Learn how to monitor cash flow and seek funds.
  • Determine and implement next steps to launch your business.
You will compile a library of business reference materials and receive an online FastTracĀ® Toolkit to include business plan and financial templates, sample plans, downloadable activities and action steps, links to videos, websites and other helpful materials.

Limited financial aid is available to those who qualify and meet HUD income guidelines. You must apply for financial aid before registering for a course. To Apply for financial aid, click here.

Calendar
Location: 1315 Walnut Street, Suite 1124, Philadelphia, PA 19107
Price: $340 for the series; Early registration discount: apply by August 24, 2010 and pay only $275
To Register: Click Here

FastTrac® NewVenture™
Date: September 14, 2010
September 21, 2010
September 28, 2010
October 05, 2010
October 12, 2010
October 19, 2010
October 26, 2010
November 02, 2010
November 09, 2010
November 16, 2010
Time: 06:00 PM - 09:30 PM
 
Graduation Ceremony
Date: November 30, 2010
Time: 05:30 PM - 07:30 PM

Register By:
September 3, 2010


*Fees for all programs are non-refundable
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