Resources

Practical Workshops and Seminars

The Lee College SBDC provides courses and seminars that teach you practical, hands-on skills and techniques for managing a business. Our courses keep you informed about current practices and the changing needs of today's business world. Advanced seminars for experienced small business owners include topics on financing, marketing, business and strategic planning, cash management, and budgeting.

QuickBooks Basic
This class is unique because it is a "hands-on" class with you working on QuickBooks Pro 2009 under the supervision of a QuickBooks expert. This is an introductory level class which focuses on QuickBooks basics and how to prevent the most common bookkeeping mistakes. Hands on QuickBooks training covers the following areas: company setup with accrual or chas basis, chart of accounts, preferences, items, enter and pay bills, write checks, invoices, deposits, bank reconciliation, reports for profit and loss, and balance sheet. Ample time is provided for question and answer sessions including tips on how to optimize QuickBooks for your specific business. To register, call Continuing Education at (281)425-6311.

Course Information:
•3539-CENC-SBC4099-001 Mon. Sept. 7 6:00 - 9:00 p.m.
•3540-CENCSBC4099-002 Mon. Oct. 5 6:00 - 9:00 p.m.
•3541-CENCSBC4099-003 Mon. Nov. 2 6:00 - 9:00 p.m.
Location: ATC, 221 Instructor: Becky Taylor

QuickBooks Intermediate
The class is unique because it is a “hands-on” class with you working on QuickBook® Pro 2009 under the supervision of a QuickBook® expert. This is an intermediate level class which focuses on some of the more advanced features in QuickBooks® Pro2006. Hands-on QuickBook® training covers the following areas: estimating, progress invoicing, job costing, purchase orders, customizing templates, and modifying reports to meet your specific needs. An overview will be given of the numerous reports available in QuickBook® to help you manage your business. Ample time is provided for question and answer sessions including tips on how to optimize QuickBooks® for your specific business.

Course Information:
•3542-CENC-SBC4021-001 Mon. Sept. 14 6:00 - 9:00 p.m.
•3543-CENC-SBC4021-002 Mon. Oct. 12 6:00 - 9:00 p.m.
•3544-CENC-SBC4021-002 Mon. Nov. 9 6:00 - 9:00 p.m.
Location: ATC, 221 Instructor: Becky Taylor

Customer Satisfaction/Esteem Building
Do you know how long it takes for a new customer to make a decision about your business? What causes bad customer service and how can it be improved? What causes low self-esteem and how can I improve myself? These questions and more will be answered during this workshop. Customer service is a dying art and yet the majority of people go to places where they are treated well. The places that treat customers well will employ individuals with high esteem. Learn how you can build customer service in your business and high self-esteem in yourself and your employees. To register, call Continuing Education at (281)425-6311.

Location: Lee College SBDC Office 1496 San Jacinto Mall JC Penney Wing Space 1110, Baytown, TX 77521
Instructor: Valerie Coleman
Course Inforation:
•3549-CENC-SBC4087-001 Tues. Oct. 13 6:00 - 8:00 p.m.
•3550-CENC-SBC4087-002 Tues. Nov. 17 6:00 - 8:00 p.m.

Introduction to Federal Contracting - Or Everything You Wanted to Know About Federal Contracting, But Were Afraid to Ask!
What does a scuba diver, farmer, rabbi and florist all have in common? They all got federal contracts! Did you know that the federal government is the country's biggest customer and buys almost everything? Learn how you can get a piece of the American pie. This workshop will allow you to gain an overview of the government market, identify resources which can assist you and get started in marketing your business. To register, call Continuing Education at (281)425-6311.

Location: Lee College SBDC Office 1496 San Jacinto Mall JC Penney Wing, Baytown, TX 77521
Instructor: Valerie Coleman
Course Information:
•3551-CENC-SBC4005-001 Tues. Nov. 10 6:00 - 8:00 p.m.

Introduction to Microsoft Publisher 2007
Learn the basics of one of the most used software programs for creating publications. Students will learn how to design, edit and produce flyers, invitations, brochures, and business cards. This course is designed to teach the basic skills for adding text, graphics, pictures, borders, and backgrounds in Microsoft Publisher 2007.

Course Information:
•3552-CENC-SBC4010-001 Sat. Sept. 12 8:00 - 11:00 a.m.
Location: MHC, W09 Instructor: Rick Vaughan

Excel 2007 Beginner
This course introduces you to all in the ins and outs in Excel. Learn to enter data, use formula and functions, create charts and graphs. Also learn how to expand upon the basic knowledge of Excel. To register please call Continuing Education at 281-425-6311.

Course Information:
•3553-CENC-SBC4006-001 Sat. Sept. 26 8:00 - 11:00 a.m.
Location: ATC, 221 Instructor: Rick Vaughan

Access 2007 Beginner
Small business owners are constantly faced with large amounts of data to keep updated on a regular basis. Attend this workshop and learn how to create tables, reports, forms and other tools to help organize and professionally present your data. Manual will be provided at class for no additional charge. For beginning and intermediate users. To register, call Continuing Education at (281)425-6311.

Course Information:
•3554-CENC-SBC4007-001 Sat. Nov. 7 8:00 - 11:00 a.m.
Location: ATC, 221 Instructor: Rick Vaughan

Introduction to Microsoft PowerPoint 2007
Learn the basics of one of the most popular software used for creating presentations. This 3 hour workshop is designed to teach the basic skills for adding text, graphics, animation, transitions, and adding sound using Power Point. Students will create, save, and take home their presentations. Supplies: Required one 3.5" disk

Course Information:
•3555-CENC-SBC4008-001 Sat. Oct. 10 8:00 - 11:00 a.m.
Location: ATC, 221 Instructor: Rick Vaughan

PowerPoint 2007 Intermediate
This workshop is to take you to the next level after the basics class. You will learn more features of the PowerPoint software and be able to create those presentations for your work presentations on your own. Students will be taking home their presentations. Supplies: Required one 3.5” disk.

Course Information:
•3556-CENC-SBC4009-001 Sat. Oct. 24 8:00 - 11:00 a.m.
Location: ATC, 221 Instructor: Rick Vaughan

Monthly Business Breakfast Seminar
The Small Business Development Center hosts a Business Breakfast on the secon Wednesday of each month. This breakfast is to offer the business people in the Lee College service area an opportunity to network with other business people in the area. The breakfast also provides the attendees an opportunity to learn more about the local businesses and receive timely business information through the wide variety of speakers each month. To register or for additional information call the SBDC office at 281-425-6309. Early registration should be made by 12:00 noon the Monday before the breakfast.
Call: SBDC Office 281-425-6309

Registration Fee:
Early $5
At Door $8
Time: 7:00 - 9:00 a.m.
Dates: Sept. 9, Oct. 14, Nov. 11, Dec. 9 Location: The Bayer Conference Center on the Lee College Campus