This virtual course is designed for entrepreneurs who are at the beginning stages of starting a business. Topics include creating a unique value proposition, startup cost analysis, funding sources, and the basics for creating a business plan.

Students will complete the pre-work online independently and then bring that knowledge to the live portion of the
6-8 pm class.

This class will take place via Zoom. Please make sure that CEPD has your current email address as log-in directions will be sent by email.

Fee: $45.00

Registration Opens July 22nd!

Registration is a two-step process; please complete Steps 1 & 2 below:

STEP 1 Register and pay for seminar via Schoolcraft College’s Ocelot Access

1. Go to Ocelot Access and choose Continuing Education (Non-Credit) to register and pay.
2. Choose Register and Pay for Continuing Education Classes under Registration.
3. Scroll down to insert the 6-digit section number 940756 or the 4 digit CES Number 1721.
4. Check the box to select the course for "Business Start-Up Essentials" and SUBMIT.
5. Complete personal and payment information to complete Step 1.
   • If you experience problems registering, contact the Answer Center at 734-462- 4426.

STEP 2 Register with the Michigan Small Business Development Center (MI-SBDC)

1. Go to MI-SBDC to register for the "Business Start-Up Essentials" course on December 7, 2021.
2. Enter your email address and select CONTINUE. If you are already in our database it will ask for a  password. If you do not know your password, the Send Verification Code button  can be used. 
3. Confirm registration information and select REGISTER to complete Step 2.