Continuing Education

Business and Finance

Business Bookkeeping

The knowledge and skills needed for those aspiring to become fullcharge bookkeepers are provided in this program. Opportunities for employment are available in a variety of organizations and businesses. Students may complete certificate program and complete an application or enroll in individual courses.

Certificate Program Required Courses:
Bookkeeping I CFM 38
Bookkeeping II CFM 37
Federal and New York State Taxes CFM 46
Applications in Accounting Using QuickBooks CFM 39

IRS Enrolled Agent Preparation Program

The Enrolled Agent is a tax professional who has earned the privilege of representing tax payers before the Internal Revenue Service. Enrolled Agents, like attorneys and certified public accountants, are unrestricted as to which taxpayers they can represent, which types of tax matters they can handle and which IRS offi ces they can practice before.

The program fulfills the educational requirements of the Internal Revenue Service to sit for the Special Enrollment Exam (SEE) which is a three-part examination. Those who pass both the examinations and the background check are then Enrolled Agents.

Students who do not have an accounting background should enroll in CFM 38/38: Business Bookkeeping I/II

Certificate Program Required Course:
IRS Enrolled Agent Preparation Program ENR 100

Certificate in Entrepreneurship

Starting your own business is a major decision, but one that can be very rewarding. The Lehman College Entrepreneurship program offers you the opportunity to gain the knowledge and acquire the skills to successfully start a new business or enhance an existing venture. Learn how to write your business plan. Find out how to acces capital. Lehman’s program will help you understand how to manage your business and navigate today’s challenging economy. Experienced professionals guide you through the legal, financial, and day-to-day aspects of being a successful business owner. Lehman’s carefully designed coursework takes you step-by-step through the entire process.

Lehman can help you build the foundation for a new business venture and continue to work with you to help it grow. Only Lehman College can offer you the comprehensive program you need to reach your goals!

The Lehman College Entrepreneurship program allows you to earn a certificate or take individual courses to learn from practitioners what it takes to be a succcessful entrepreneur. Entrepreneurship classes meet Mondays and Wednesdays from 6:30-8:30 pm at CUNY on the Concourse (COTC).

Certificate Program Required Courses:: $220
Starting Your Own Business SBD75
Management and Economic Overview of Your Small Business SBD93
Tax Essentials for Small Business CFM54
Marketing & Advertising Your Small Business SBD83

Certified Financial Planner/Personal Financial Planning

This 225-hour Certificate Program in Personal Financial Planning (PFP) presents techniques to formulate and execute comprehensive financial plans that assist clients in accumulating, conserving and transferring personal wealth.

Requirements for CFP® Certification:
Students who successfully complete the program may apply for the CFP® certification exam. In addition, passing the CFP® Certification Examination plus fulfilling experience, undergraduate degree, and ethics requirements can lead to certification by CFP board, granting the individual the right to use the CFP®, CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ and CFP® certification marks. Detailed requirements for CFP certification can be found at www.CFP.net.

CFPnote

Prerequisites: 60 college credits required; completed bachelor’s degree preferred; functional knowledge of financial analysis techniques and a basic understanding of economics. Program certification: In order to receive a program certificate, students must complete a program application ($25), successfully complete all course requirements listed at the time of applying, and submit a certificate request form ($4).

Certificate Program Required Courses:
Introduction to Financial Planning PFP60 (offered spring/fall)
Risk Management PFP61
Tax Planning and Management PFP63 (offered fall)
Retirement Planning and Employee Benefits PFP64
Investments PFP62 (offered fall)
Estate Planning PFP65 (offered fall)
Financial Plan Development Course PFP66

Property and Casualty Insurance

The Property and Casualty Insurance Agent and Broker’s Course is for individuals preparing to qualify for the New York State insurance license examination. This course, approved by the New York State Insurance Department, meets the education requirements for the New York State examination for licensing as an agent and as a broker. Topics include: general principles; fi re insurance; automobile insurance; general liability; workers’ compensation; burglary; fidelity and surety bonding; the insurance law; marine insurance; miscellaneous casualty policies; and health and accident insurance policies. Textbooks must be brought to first class. NOTE: Students are required to attend 100 percent of instructional sessions, pass the course with a grade of “C” or better and final exam with a grade “65” or better, in order to be eligible to sit for the State licensing exam.

Certificate Program Required Courses:
Property and Casualty Insurance INS35

Recommended course:
Property and Casualty Insurance: NYS Exam Prep INS36

Wedding and Event Planner Certification

WPC 01/$895* (10 sessions) COTC

The Wedding and Event Planning Certification course includes planning, coordinating, and directing weddings, as well as a study of the business structure, documentation information, contracts, how to work with vendors, marketing, and how to work with prospective brides and grooms. *Fee includes textbook, online access in additon to classroom instruction, testing and national certification from the Wedding Planning Institute. Students interested in establishing their own businesses will be able to take advantage of Lehman’s wraparound business services and advisement at no cost. NO DISCOUNTS APPLY TO THIS COURSE.
Tues 6-9:30 pm Jun 5-Aug 7

Beauty Techniques & the New Revolution on Hairstyling & Haircutting/Skin Care/Make-up/Manicure & Esthetics

This program is taught by Charito Cisneros, a Cosmetologist Professor for 32 years and the Founder/President of the New York Hispanic Cosmetology & Beauty Chamber of Commerce. She is also a leader in
the Hispanic community, and hosts her own television program. She has also appeared on various shows including Telemundo, Radio “La Mega” and Univision. All classes are held at CUNY on the Concourse (COTC), 2501 Grand Concourse, 3rd fl oor, Bronx, NY 10468.

Students may register for individual classes or complete the program. Program Tuition: BIC 10/$665. Register for all 3 classes and save $50!

Students interested in establishing their own businesses can take advantage of Lehman’s free wraparound business services and advisement.

CERTIFICATE PROGRAM REQUIRED COURSES:
Haircutting & Hairstyling for Special Occasions BIC 11
Skin Care & Make-Up BIC 12
Manicure & Artifi cial Nails BIC 13

Introduction to International Trade/Import and Export Business

ITR 01/$95 COTC (4 sessions)*
Mon 6:30-8:30 pm Jun 4-25

This comprehensive course covers the primary topics required for those seeking the Certified Global Business Professional Certification granted by NASBITE (North American Small Business International Trade Educators) such as:

▪ How to identify cultural, economic, political and social infl uences in the international business arena.
▪ Basic concepts of multinational financial management and the impact of foreign exchange on cash flow.
▪ Legal, political, and economic frameworks of international markets, including the euro and euro currencies markets.
▪ Key issues of international banking operations.
▪ Central concepts in U.S. regulation of imports and exports.
▪ Cross-cultural issues and key factors in import/export businesses.

Students interested in establishing their own businesses can take advantage of Lehman’s free wraparound business services and advisement.

Courses

IRS Registered Tax Preparer Exam Prep - IRS01- New IRS Requirement

This new course prepares you for the competency exam covering wages and non-business returns required by the IRS. In order to be qualifies as an IRS Registered Tax Return Preparer, you will need to pass the IRS exam for 2013.
$350 (10 sessions) COTC
Mon 6-9 pm Apr 16-Jun 25

Business Bookkeeping Essentials
CFM 38/$315 (10 sessions) LEHC
Sec SP: Thu 7-9:30 pm Mar 8-May 17
Sec SU: Thu 7-9:30 pm Jun 7-Aug 9

Bookkeeping II
CFM 37/ $315 (10 sessions) LEHC
Sec SP: Thu 7-9:30 pm Mar 8-May 17
Sec SU: Thu 7-9:30 pm Jun 7-Aug 9

Applications in Accounting Using QuickBooks
CFM 39/$375 (12 sessions) LEHC
Sec SP: Mon 7-9:30 pm Feb 27-May 21
Sec SU: Mon/Wed 7-9:30 pm Jun 4-Jul 16

Federal and New York State Taxes
CFM 46/$335 (10 sessions) LEHC
Sec SP: Tue 7-9:45 pm Mar 6-May 15
Sec SU: Tue 7-9:45 pm Jun 5-Aug 7

Retirement Planning and Employee Benefi ts
PFP 64/$395 (12 sessions) LEHC
Sec SU: Tue 7-9:55 pm Jun 5-Aug 21

Property and Casualty Insurance
INS 35/$995 including text (38 sessions) LEHC
Sec SP: Tue/Thu 6:30-9 pm Feb 14-June 28

Notary Public Exam Preparation
NTP 10/$95 LEHC (1 session includes 30 minute break) LEHC
This workshop helps participants prepare for the New York State Notary Public Exam. Topics include duties and functions, laws, terminology, and ethics. Copies of notary public law are provided. N.Y.S. requires that an applicant be at least 18 years old and a U.S. citizen or alien resident at the time of appointment.

Sec SP2: Sat 9:30 am-3:30 pm May 5
Sec SU: Sat 9:30 am-3:30 pm Jun 23

Introduction to Financial Planning
PFP 60/$415 (13 sessions) LEHC
Sec SP: Thu 6:50-9:50 pm Feb 23-May 24

Risk Management
PFP 61/$395 (12 sessions) LEHC
Sec SP: Wed 7-9:55 pm Feb 22-May 16

NEW Financial Plan Development Course
PFP 66/$495 (15 sessions) LEHC
This capstone course is designed to enhance the knowledge, skills and abilities of individuals seeking to deliver professional and competent Financial Planning services to the public. This course is now a requirement for the Personal Financial Planner certificate program and part of the CFP Board’s education requirements.
Sec SP: Tue 6:30-9:30 pm Feb 14-May 29

Haircutting & Hairstyling for Special Occasions
Students must register for both sections.
BIC 11/1 $150 (6 sessions) COTC
Sec SP:: Mon-Thu 6:30-9 pm Apr 16-24
BIC 11/2 $150 (6 sessions) COTC
Sec SP:: Mon-Thu 6:30-9 pm Apr 30-May 8

Skin Care and Make-up
BIC 12/1 /$150 (6 sessions) COTC
Sec SP: Mon-Thu 6:30-9 pm May 14-22
BIC 12/2 /$150 (6 sessions) COTC
Sec SP: Mon-Thu 6:30-9 pm May 29-Jun 6

Manicure & Artifi cial Nails
BIC 13/$125 (4 sessions) COTC
Mon-Thu 6:30-9 pm Jun 11-14

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