This course is for managers, supervisors, business owners, professionals and administrative staff, including those from non-financial backgrounds. Learn accounting terminology and standard practices, as well as how to understand financial reports and measure profitability. Discover the importance of auditing, generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) and the value of external financial reports. We also cover inventory management (LIFO, FIFO and weighted average). This course uses layman's terms and provides a basic understanding of accounting and finance techniques used in daily operations. Materials not included

Do you have a business idea but are not quite sure what to do with it? This course uses exercises and self discovery to help you take your idea to the next level. Targeted at new entrepreneurs or those who need to assess their skills, this program allows you to analyze yourself and your community as well as research, plan, open and own enterprises intended to contribute to the local economy and provide meaningful employment. You are guided through the process of researching, planning and running a small business. Topics include an introduction to financial concepts, finding a niche, being an entreprenuer, and creating and implementing a business plan. Books included

*No class 11/26

This program is approved by the Human Resource Certification Institute (HRCI) for recertification credit. Take as a review to keep abreast of changes in HR and receive credit toward recertification for your PHR or SPHR.

Reduce potentially costly lawsuits and improve your ability to handle challenging HR issues. This program's six-module format addresses HR and management practices. Learn key pieces of federal legislation on sexual harassment, age discrimination and FMLA; the role of the EEOC and its investigation process; how to improve employee recruitment and selection while avoiding legal pitfalls; the importance of effectively communicating base pay; and the process, methods and purpose of performance appraisals. Small business owners, new and junior human resources practitioners, and new or experienced managers and business managers will benefit from this course. Books included