COCC’s Small Business Management Program seeking applicants

BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) -- Central Oregon Community College’s Small Business Development Center is now accepting applications for its popular Small Business Management program, with a new cohort launching virtually in February.

This well-established, yearlong program offers a unique combination of one-to-one business advising — customized to individual business needs — and practical instruction. Participants will:

• Develop a plan for sound growth or expansion
• Learn about markets and marketing plans
• Plan for greater profit and returns for owners
• Analyze operations for better management

The SBM program is open to Central Oregon businesses that are at least one year old with at least one employee. Cost is $999 and scholarships are available to eligible businesses. Classes start in February 2021; instructor approval is required. For more information and an application form, call 541-383-7290, email sbdc@cocc.edu or visit cocc.edu/sbdc.