Foundations of Business

Take Our Foundations of Business Course Online

Depending on your license type, your state may require you to take “non-trade related, degree-type” courses. Our Foundations of Business online course is a 45-hour, non-trade-related course that meets the requirements of many states.

In this course, you will gain many insights into owning your own business and how to succeed in today’s world. Students everywhere are welcome to enroll. There are no prerequisite courses necessary. This course has a six-month completion deadline.

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Course Description

The Foundations of Business course provides 45 hours of non-trade-related coursework.

Exploring the world of business and economics
Forms of business ownership
Global business
Ethics and social responsibilities in business
Understanding the management process
Small businesses, entrepreneurship, and franchises
Creating a flexible organization
Attracting and retaining the best employees
Motivating and satisfying employees and teams
Producing quality goods and services
Building customer relations
Social media and e-business
Distributing and promoting products
Creating and pricing products to satisfy customers
Mastering financial management
Using management and accounting information

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FYI

The Electrical Institute is a division of Maine Electrical Institute. Once an order is placed, all further communication will be with MEI.