This completely online and self-paced one-module course utilizes Inc. Magazine's prize-winning editorial content to introduce basic concepts related to business financing, including how various loan products work, what to consider when assessing your business's financing needs, and how to navigate the application process. The focus is on providing practical, hands-on advice to entrepreneurs and small business people, including video segments and commentary from industry-leading practitioners and subject matter experts. The course also offers how-to lists and advice, interactive games, and review questions to ensure mastery of the material.

Included with your course is a six-month complimentary subscription to Inc. Magazine. Your subscription will start with the current issue. Inc. Magazine publishes 6 issues a year.

Learning Outcomes:

Explain why business loans are financial beneficial

Summarize reasons why a business might explore taking out a business loan

Identify and explain various financing options

Determine your business financing needs

Discuss the pros and cons of different financing options

Describe the loan application process

Articulate the importance of good credit and collateral

Outline reasons why loan applications are not approved

Discuss when to consider refinancing business loan debt

Credits:

IACET CEUs: 0.3 (Contact Hours: 3 hours)

HRCI Credits: 3 (Type: Specified - Strategic Business)

Estimated time to complete: 3 hours