TABLETS AND SMART PHONES

Tablet and Smartphone Security

Steve Sande
More are moving to the post-PC world, using their tablets and smartphones to connect to the world. Just because that smartphone is in your pocket and the tablet is on your coffee table doesn’t mean that the device is secure. Many of the same security issues that plague personal computers are now moving to mobile devices as well. Discover how you can keep yourself safe while using your smartphone or tablet. The two major mobile platforms, Apple’s iOS and Google’s Android, are highlighted, along with ways to insure your security while using apps and email or surfing the web. Discuss the need and availability of malware protection for mobile devices, as well as dive into the details of how to avoid common security issues like phishing and online scams. Bring your tablet or smartphone.

Tue, Jun 5, 6-9 p.m     . Littleton Campus
BUSI 2006S01-80933      $59

Mobile Applications for Small Business

Tom Kimball
Explore current software apps for businesses. Examples will be from home businesses, retail, field sales, and pickup/delivery for which a smartphone or tablet would be appropriate. Discover how to search and compare apps to mobilize any specific business, and discuss considerations for managing mobile devices and business data securely. Prerequisite: Interest in the current state of home and mobile business apps. No computer necessary, just bring a notebook.

Thu, Apr 12, 7-10 p.m.      Castle Rock Campus  Class closed
BUSI 2008SC1-80934      $59

START BUSINESS

Starting a Small Business in Colorado

David Laverty
Are you thinking of starting? Have recently started a business?   Do you want to avoid the pitfalls that cause so many businesses to fail? Want to make sure that your personal assets are protected? Discover the pre-start up and start up steps to building your business on a firm foundation. Receive a Colorado Business Resource Guide and learn where to find reliable business information.

Tue, April 3, 6:30-9:30 p.m.      Littleton Campus
BUSI 1024S01-80452      $49, $5 material fee to instructor

Tue, May 1, 6:30-9:30 p.m.      Parker Campus
BUSI 1024SP1-80453      $49, $5 material fee to instructor

SMALL BUSINESS FINANCES

 Bookkeeping and Financial Basics

David Laverty
Learn to read an income statement and balance sheet, understand depreciation and cash flow analysis. Discover how to keep track of all the money that is coming and going and prepare basic reports on how your business is doing. Talk about accounting terminology, record keeping, and bank reconciliation. Bring a calculator and a pencil.

Tue, Apr 10-17, 6-8 p.m., 2 wks      Littleton Campus
BUSI 1043S01-80460      $79, $10 material fee to instructor

QUICKBOOKS

QuickBooks Bootcamp: PC Users

Cynthia Francis
The perfect 2-in-1 course for those new to QuickBooks and business accounting. Learn all the essentials to get started on QuickBooks and the tools to set up good record keeping for your business. Understand the basics of proper accounting, how it works in QuickBooks, and what those financial reports mean to you. Attend the follow-up class and leave with your own customized file ready to go, and gain the confidence to begin entering your company’s transactions. Basic computer skills are necessary for this class and a basic accounting knowledge will be helpful. After this class, signup for the Quick Book hands-on session and receive individualized instruction and get answers to your specific questions.

Thu, Apr 26, 6:30-9:30 p.m.      Littleton Campus Class closed
BUSI 1082S01-80456      $59

QuickBooks Hands-on: PC Users

Cynthia Francis
During this unique small group session, bring your laptop, paperwork and questions, and our expert instructor will help you set up your very own company file in proper form. Hands-on guidance and individual instruction are provided. Prerequisite is the QuickBooks Bootcamp or permission of instructor.

Thu, May 3, 6:30-9:30 p.m.      Littleton Campus
BUSI 1083S01-80457      $79

Wed, May 16, 6:30-9:30 p.m.      Littleton Campus
BUSI 1083S02-80458     $79

QuickBooks PowerSession: PC Users 

Cynthia Francis
Practical, real-world examples of how-to’s, tips, and shortcuts to improve your QuickBooks skills! Topics covered:

• Customizing (templates, reports, and more)
• Efficiency (do it better and faster)
• Best practices and useful shortcuts

Prerequisite: basic working knowledge of QuickBooks or both sessions of QuickBooks classes.

Thu, May 24, 6:30-9 p.m.      Littleton Campus
BUSI 1084S01-80459      $79

GOOGLE AND WEB SITES

Make Your Web Site Mobile-Friendly

Jennifer Croft
As smart phones and tablets become the devices of choice for searching the Internet, having a website that is mobile-friendly becomes imperative. In this class, you’ll learn how your site is currently performing and how you can make simple changes to better accommodate mobile searches and visitors. Discover the top 10 content and design tips for mobile-friendly websites. Please note: This is an introductory class and is not technical in nature. Anyone is welcome to attend.

Wed, Jun 6, 6-8 p.m.      Littleton Campus
BUSI 2005S01-80881      $59, $5 material fee to instructor

 Get to the Top of Google

Jennifer Croft
As more people turn to the Web to look for the products, services, and information they need, it is vital that you have a Web site that can be easily found in the search engines. There is no need to pay for clicks or banner ads. Come to this fun basic class on search engine optimization (SEO) and learn how to get your Web site to the top of Google, Yahoo, and MSN. Jennifer Croft has more than 25 years of marketing experience and hundreds of hours studying search engine optimization techniques.

Mon, Jun 4, 6-8 p.m.      Littleton Campus
BUSI 1075S01-80467      $59, $5 material fee to instructor

Web Site Savvy

Steve Sande
Do you want your own Web site but don’t know where to begin? Find out how to register a domain name and select an ISP. Learn how to use templates and blogs to design a successful Web site with the least amount of time and money. Confused what software to use to create/manage your Web site? Discuss the advantages (and disadvantages) of the common Web development software programs. Before you upload your site to the Web, be sure you know the most common design mistakes people make when creating a site. If you are going to sell products, make sure you know about shopping carts and SSL. Get pointers on how to effectively promote your Web site, learn what it takes to get the top search engines to see your site, and find out where you can get free stuff for your site.

Tue, Apr 24, 6-9 p.m.      Castle Rock Campus  Class closed
BUSI 1023SC1-80942      $59

Thu, Jun 7, 6-9 p.m.      Littleton Campus
BUSI 1023S01-80468      $59

BLOGS 

Blogging for Dollars! How to Create Blogs to Make $ for Your Business

Steve Sande
Blogs are a hot trend and are a quick, easy and inexpensive way to get your business on the Web making money. Figure out what a blog is and learn the 5 reasons you should have one as part of your business marketing plan. Pick apart a blog and discover what makes it work (i.e. header/masthead, date design, body copy, links, modules, footer). Learn to add PayPal and affiliate advertising to your blog. Get to know the most common blog service providers. Search engines absolutely love blogs, which is great for getting your company noticed. Get tips for promoting your blog to Google and Yahoo. Discover where you can find lots of easy ways to use blog goodies for free or almost free.

Thu, May 10, 6-9 p.m.      Littleton Campus  Class closed
BUSI 1031S01-80469      $59

More Blogging Workshop: A Hands-on Approach to Making Money with Your Blog

Lori Osterberg
Now that you know how to create a blog, learn the nuances of running a successful blog and keep it going. Create a domain name, determine hosting, and create a blogging platform and theme. Learn to create the perfect post, choose a title, create the proper tags for search engine optimization (SEO) purposes, and how to incorporate other social media into your posts as well. Discuss advanced strategies that can help you use your blog to make money for your business. Your blog will be up and running in no time.

Thu, Apr 19-May 3, 6:30-9 p.m., 3 wks      Littleton Campus  Class closed
BUSI 2010S01-80880      $119, $10 material fee to instructor

Social Networking

How To Use Social Networking To Boost Your Business

Lori Osterberg
What’s all the madness about Facebook and Twitter? These sites offer a lot more than telling people what you had for lunch. Become familiar with and learn to use social networking to build your business quickly. Discover the top social networking sites, including Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn and YouTube. Learn to build your profile, what information is important to include about yourself and your business, build your friends and connections. Discover ways to connect your blogs and websites to your social sites and use them for effective marketing. Traditional marketing may be a thing of the past when you discover how easy it is to network online.

Thu, May 17, 6-8:30 p.m.      Littleton Campus
BUSI 1060S01-80941      $59

WEB MARKETING

20 Ways to Market Your Business on the Internet

Jennifer Croft
Learn how to increase your exposure on the Internet! Discover 20 Internet marketing strategies, most of which are free, and many of which take less than 10 minutes to implement! These effective online tactics include: search engine optimization, pay-per-click ads, affiliate programs, social media (Facebook, Linked In, and Twitter), press releases, blogs, e-newsletters, links building, and more.

Tue, Jun 5, 6-8:30 p.m.     Littleton Campus
BUSI 1067S01-80465      $59, $5 material fee to instructor

DATA SECURITY

 Keep the Hackers Away: Safe Computing for Home Users

Steve Sande
Did you know that 75% of Americans have an e-mail address and the average Internet user is online 3 hours per day? But 8% of our time online is spent dealing with spam and 88% of home computers have been infected by some kind of unwanted program.

Discover:

• the single biggest mistake home computer users make.
• the 3 steps you should take to make your computer safe.
• how to make your wireless network secure in less than 15 minutes.
• five simple tasks that can protect you from identity theft.
• what to do to keep track of your passwords and keep them away from others.
• how to tell if an e-mail message is authentic or a phishing attack.

Defend your home computer against viruses, worms, Trojan horses, spam, and spyware. Discuss what to do if you think you have already been infected.

Thu, Apr 26, 6-9 p.m.     Littleton Campus  Class closed
BUSI 1037S01-80466      $59

MARKETING

Small Business Marketing: 5 Secrets for Unlimited and Explosive Growth

David Laverty
Ever have a great idea for your business success but did not take the next step. Give your ideas wings! Marketing has changed dramatically. Inside the box thinking is dying, along with businesses that stay there. Create and give your marketing plan a boost. Discover marketing that is straightforward, cost effective and relational. Go further than traditional marketing by understanding and implementing a few of these little known jewels. 

Understand and discover:

• Why customers buy elsewhere
• An easy way to jump start your business almost overnight
• ( So simple, yet powerful)
• BRANDING and how it works
• Why customers don’t buy our products and services
• Ways to go from prospect to a SALE overnight

Tue, Apr 24, 6-8 p.m.      Littleton Campus  Class closed
BUSI 1092S01-80464      $59

NETWORKING

Build Your Own Secure Home or Small Business Network

Bert Paredes
WPA, TCP/IP, NAT, DHCP, IPv4, DNS, PPPoE, WINS, and many more acronyms make computer networking seem confusing and difficult to understand. In fact, you don’t need to be an expert to design and build an inexpensive and secure wireless or wired network for your home and small business. Modern technology has made it simple if you understand the basic network concepts presented in this class: performance, security, and cost. Learn how to quantify network performance requirements and associated cost considerations. Take a realistic look at network security and key steps to make it effective. Discover the appropriate cost-effective hardware for your network and the process of setting it up. Bert is a computer systems and software professional who has designed and implemented high performance networks for space and defense systems for many years.

Thu, Mar 22, 6-9 p.m.     Littleton Campus
COMP 1026W01-80717      $59, $5 material fee to instructor