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Starting Your Business in Central Oregon
Do you have a great idea you think could be a successful business but just don’t know how to get started? Cover the basics in this two-hour class and decide if running a business is for you.
The class will address the following topics, with time at the end for questions:
- Are you ready to be in business?
- Do you have what it takes to run a business?
- Is there a customer base to support your business?
- What are your options for funding your business?
- How much money do you need to get started?
- What are the legalities involved?
Upcoming Dates/Times/Locations (Click on date or button below to register):
Wednesday, August 5, 11am-1pm, Online
Wednesday, August 19, 5:30-7:30pm, Bend
Saturday, September 5, 10am-12pm, Online
Wednesday, September 16, 12:30-2:30pm, Online
Wednesday, September 23, 5:30-7:30pm, Online
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Additional Professional Development Offerings
Contractors CCB Test Prep
Take this two-day live class to prepare for the state-mandated test (not included) to become a licensed contractor. Required manual included. This class is based on the NASCLA Contractors Guide to Business, Law and Project Management, Oregon Construction Contractors.
Friday and Saturday, August 28-29
8am-5:30pm
COCC Redmond Campus; $469
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Real World Project Management
Do you manage projects or initiatives and wonder how the impact of formal project management knowledge might improve your results? Project Management is becoming a vital part of many professions. Gain an overview of how to navigate all phases of project management, including how to successfully initiate, plan, execute, control and close out projects applying industry accepted project management best practices.
Fridays, October 2-9
8-11:30am
COCC Redmond Campus; $199
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Spanish for Customer Service I
This practical Spanish course is for those who wish to learn basic language skills to communicate with Spanish-speaking customers and community members. It will include customer service phrases and conversations related to common workplace transactions in a customer service setting.
Wednesdays, October 7-November 4
3-4:30pm
COCC Bend Campus; $199
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Leading Across the Generations
Five generations are present in today’s workplace, Traditionalists, Baby Boomers, Generation Xers, Millennials and Generation Z. Generation Alpha is also approaching working age, with its oldest members beginning to take part-time and entry-level jobs. Five to six different generations in the workplace brings a wide range of experiences, career stages, communication habits and expectations. So many different generations interacting can also bring conflict and communication challenges. What does this mean for supervisors and team leaders?
This seminar will provide an overview of the different generations represented in today’s workplace. Participants will explore strategies for effective leadership, communication and team facilitation. The class will also examine stereotypes that can interfere with successful communication.
Tuesday, December 8
1-5pm
COCC Bend Campus; $199
