Chapter 5 Overview
Topics
- Entrepreneurship: Starting and Managing Your Own Business
Objectives
By the end of this week you will be able to...
- Describe why people become entrepreneurs and what the different types of entrepreneurs are.
- Explain what characteristics successful entrepreneurs share.
- Describe how small businesses contribute to the U.S. economy
- Explain what the first steps to take are if you are starting your own business.
- Describe what the advantages and disadvantages owners of small businesses face.
- Discuss how the Small Business Administration helps small businesses.
Weekly Schedule
| Activity | Estimated time required |
|---|---|
| Reading: Chapter 5 | 1 hour |
| Discussion: Week 5 | 45 minutes |
| Assignment: Week 5 | 45 minutes |
| Quiz: Chapter 5 | 45 minutes |