This course will run Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday for two consecutive weeks (6 days in total). This course is aimed at those considering starting a new business or those who have been in business for less than eighteen months. Topics to be covered include: (i) market research; (ii) legal issues; (iii) marketing; (iv) sales; (v) book-keeping and taxation; (vi) people management; (vii) e-business; and (viii) best practices; and (ix) business planning. September 10, 11, 12, 17, 18, 19