Fall 2008 Courses and Workshops

FastTrac® NewVenture™

Instructor:         Rich Petersen
When:              Thursdays, Sept. 18 - Nov. 20, 6-9:30 pm
Where:             NIACC Campus, Room PC117
Tuition:              $149
Course#:           BUS-143-N001

FastTrac® NewVentureTM is an entrepreneurial program that assists the start-up entrepreneur in developing a business concept and evaluating it through each step of the business planning process. This course offers essential business information to help you develop your entrepreneurial skills and build your business on a strong foundation.

To register for this class, call 641-422-4208.

FastTrac® NewVenture™

When:              Tuesday & Thursday evenings October 16th - November 20th.
Where:             Waldorf College in Forest City & Garner Community Ed. Center in Garner.
Tuition:             $199 Includes Textbook and Software.

To register for this class, email: fced2@wctatel.net or phone 641-585-5560.

Iowa Sales, Use and Local Option Taxes

Instructor: Wayne Brown
Course Number: 58852
October 16, 2008
1 – 3 p.m.
PC 118, NIACC
$15

Learn the basics of Iowa tax management including types of taxes, collecting and remitting, proper forms, and people and places within the Iowa Department of Revenue. This class has been updated with the streamlined sales tax changes.

Recordkeeping for Small Business and Self Employed Individuals

Instructor: IRS
October 22, 2008
LOCATION: The convenience of your home or office
COST: FREE

Business Deductions and Expenses

Instructor: Wayne Brown
Course Number: 58851
October 23, 2008
1 – 3 p.m.
PC 118, NIACC
$15

Discusses the business uses of auto and home and what deductions are allowed. Course will also cover the difference between expenses and depreciable terms.

Reporting Sole Proprietor Income

Instructor: Wayne Brown
Course Number: 58853
October 30, 2008
1 – 3 p.m.
PC 118, NIACC
$15

Discussion of guidelines for retaining documentation and records: How to complete the Schedule C Cost of Goods Sold computation. How to figure and pay self-employment and estimated taxes.

Payroll and Employment Taxes

Instructor: Wayne Brown
Course Number: 58855
November 6, 2008
1 – 3 p.m.
PC 118, NIACC
$15

Covers what payroll taxes are, who is responsible for collecting and remitting, and how to remit taxes. Course also provides contact information if you have questions or problems.

Sales Tax for Construction Contractors

Instructor: Wayne Brown
Course Number: 58857
November 13, 2008
1 – 3 p.m.
PC 118, NIACC
$15

A specialty workshop for persons in the construction trades: Includes sales and withholding taxes, critical dates for collection and remittance, completion of contractor’s statement, and people and places within the Iowa Department of Revenue. Sponsored by the Small Business Development Center and presented by the Iowa Department of Revenue.

Iowa Taxes for Landscaping and Lawn Care Business

Instructor: Wayne Brown
Course Number: 58850
November 20, 2008
1 – 3 p.m.
PC 118, NIACC
$15

A class designed exclusively for those in the landscaping, lawn care or related business: who pays sales tax; who collects sales tax; working for non-profits and governments; making exempt and taxable purchases; applying local option tax; discover when construction industry rules apply; how to complete and use exemption certificate; contractor’s statements; and sales tax forms.

Buying/Selling a Business

Instructor: Brian Henderson with Henderson Business Group
Jan. 15th
8 a.m.-12 p.m.
PC 117, NIACC
$100, Call 422-4384 to Register

Topics covered: Small Business Overview, Business Evaluations vs. Valuation, Establishing a Sales Price, Preparing to Sell, Preparing to Buy, Cash Flow vs. Assets, Financial/Lending Institutions, Sales Process, Due Diligence, Professional Teams (CPAs & Attorneys), Resources, Market Conditions & Trends, Deal Structure.

To register for the above continuing education courses, please call 641-422-4358 or 888-Go NIACC ext. 4358. Payment is needed at the time of registration.

Entrepreneurs’ Exchange

Entrepreneurs’ Exchange will allow North Iowa entrepreneurs the opportunity to exchange ideas and learn about the latest trends in business ownership. Topics will vary throughout the year. There is limited seating for the event, and businesses of all sizes are encouraged to pre-register and attend the free event.

For more information or to register, please contact the NIACC John Pappajohn Entrepreneurial Center at 1-888-466-4222, ext. 4384.

as of 7/15/08

Funded in part through a cooperative agreement with the U.S. Small Business Administration.