The key to entrepreneurial success for minority business owners in the competitive marketplace is developing the framework necessary to build a solid foundation for their businesses. But in the absence of specialized executive training, few minority firms develop into high-performing businesses.

The NC Institute of Minority Economic Development in partnership with the NC Department of Transportation presents the Executive Management Program. Delivered at the Paul J. Rizzo Conference Center, this intensive, one-week program provides cutting-edge training to business owners in areas critical to business success. In this dynamic program, you'll learn from some of the best management faculty in the world, network with successful peers, and engage with strategic partners. In other words, you'll gain tools to help you drive a successful business.

Program Sponsors

The Executive Management Program is sponsored by the NC Institute of Minority Economic Development and the NC Department of Transportation.

Program Content and Design

UNC Kenan-Flagler Business School is one of the world's leading business schools, offering a complete range of business education resources and capabilities for individuals and organizations world-wide. You will learn the latest in business thinking and how to apply critical assessments and takeaways to your own businesses in areas such as:

• Competitiveness: Getting to the Next Level
• Small Business Leadership and Management
• Strategies for Enriching the Bottom Line
• Marketing Strategies for Building a Successful Brand
• Optimizing Performance through Strategic Operations Management
• Leading Your Business in a Changing World
• Marketing Case Study Competition

Tentative Schedule

• March 4, 2012 - Strategic Operations Management
• March 5, 2012 - Building a Competitive Business
• March 6, 2012 - Marketing and Building a Brand
• March 7, 2012 - Managing the Bottom Line
• March 8, 2012 - Leadership and Management
• March 9, 2012 - Business Case Study

Who Should Attend

The Executive Management Program is designed for owners and senior executives of women and minority-owned firms. The majority of firms in the Executive Management Program for Design and Construction are in construction-related industries. Former participants have included construction, design, engineering, architectural and IT firms. Applicants should be able to demonstrate business stability and a commitment to growth. Several factors will be considered including:

• Annual revenues in excess of $300,000;
• Minimum of two (2) years in operation; and
• Successful track record.

Program Fee

• Program fees include tuition, participant materials, most meals and accommodations.
• Apply by January 27 for early admission. Fee is $500.
• After January 27, fee is $600. Deadline to apply is February 15.

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For More Information

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