Business Bookkeeping
The knowledge and skills needed for those aspiring to become full-charge bookkeepers are provided in this program. Opportunities for employment are available in a variety of organizations and businesses. Students may register for individual courses or complete the certificate program.
Required Courses
* CFM 38 Bookkeeping
* EDP 07 Introduction to Microcomputing
* CFM 47 Microsoft Excel 2007
Recommended course:
* CFM 39 Computer Applications in
Accounting Using QuickBooks
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Accountant Assistant
This program provides the knowledge to interpret and analyze financial statements. Upon completion, students will be qualified to seek a position as an accountant assistant in either a private or public accounting setting. Full-charge bookkeepers entering the Accountant Assistant Certificate Program are exempt from CFM 38: Bookkeeping. Those individuals who can submit evidence in the form of transcripts or employers’ verification of equivalent course(s) or experience are also exempt from CFM 38. Students may register for individual courses or complete the certificate program.
Required Courses:
* CFM 38 Bookkeeping
* EDP 07 Introduction to Microcomputing
* CFM 47 Microsoft Excel 2007
* CFM 43 Fundamentals of Accounting
* CFM 39 Computer Applications in Accounting Using QuickBooks
* CFM46: Introduction to Individual Taxation
OR
* ENR14: Individual Income Taxes
Recommended Course:
* CFM 48 Advanced Microsoft Excel 2007
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Small Business Development
Starting and operating a small business can be a very rewarding experience. The key to success lies in understanding what’s involved and choosing the “RIGHT” business. Lehman’s Small Business Development (SBD) classes are designed to provide anyone who is considering starting a small business, or who is already involved in a small business, with a more comprehensive coverage of basic information essential for making your business profitable. Completion of SBD classes may also assist you when seeking financing for your new business venture.
* SBD75: How to Get Started
This introductory course in small business development surveys the various aspects of starting a business. Topics include: what it takes to succeed; legal aspects of the organization; leasing of premises; insurance needs and more.
* SBD83: Advertising and Marketing a Small
Business
One of the key factors in having a successful
business is to know how to market and advertise
your product or service. No matter how
great your product/service is, if you don’t let
people know about it, you can’t sell it! Learn
how to package and price your product/service,
target your market and about various
forms of advertising, promotion and distribution
in this practical course – a must for the
business owner!
* SBD88: Business Math for Small
Business Owners
Learn the basic math skills needed for effective
money management. Topics range from
a review of fractions and decimals to percentages,
pricing and discounts. Installment buying,
depreciation, inventory, and how to deal
with different financing alternatives.
* SBD89: Basic Bookkeeping for
Small Business Owners
A practical course for small business owners/
operators that includes: cash receipts and
disbursements, sales, purchases, payroll,
petty cash, accounts receivable, payable and
controls. Business taxes (payroll and sales)
are also reviewed.
* SAL01: Land a Great Entry-Level Sales Job
For those who have no sales experience and
would like to obtain an entry-level sales job,
this course offers an overview of various
entry-level jobs. It also provides students with
the essential tools for a successful career path
in sales. Participants learn basic business etiquette
and how to adapt their personal styles
to find their ideal sales position. Preparing for
job interviews and customizing resumes are
included.
* SAL02: First Year Sales Success
This introductory course acquaints students with the processes of setting up and running an import/export business. The terms and procedures involved in international trade are covered. Risks, financing, transportation, cautions, and marketing are discussed. At the conclusion of the course, students will have acquired the basic knowledge to begin a successful import/export business.
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Personal Financial Planning and
Certified Financial Planner
A Program Approved by the Certified Financial Planner Board of Standards, Inc. (CFP).
The Certificate Program in Personal Financial Planning (PFP) provides participants with the necessary knowledge to formulate and execute comprehensive financial plans that assist clients in accumulating, conserving and transferring personal wealth. This 219-hour program consists of the following six courses which are offered in the following terms:
* Introduction to Financial Planning (offered fall, spring, summer)
* Risk Management (offered spring)
* Tax Planning and Management (offered fall)
* Retirement Planning and Employee Benefits (offered spring)
* Investments (offered fall)
* Estate Planning (offered fall)
To earn the PFP Certificate and fulfill the education requirement for CFP® Certification, students must complete the six required courses with a grade of “C” or better and attend a minimum of 80 percent of classroom instruction for each course. Certificate Admission Requirements: A completed bachelor’s degree, functional knowledge of financial analysis techniques and a basic understanding of economics are required prior to admission
The CFP®, CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™, and 
® certification is granted only by Certified Financial Planner Board of Standards, Inc. to those persons who, in addition to completing an educational requirement such as this CFP Board-Registered Program, have also met its ethics, experience and examination requirements.
NOTE: Individual courses are open to those interested in learning more about financial planning on a space-available basis.
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