How to Purchase a Business or Franchise
SB435 – 3 hours
Learn how to identify and then research a credible franchise or existing business.
Instructor: Charles Mizejewski, Sun Belt Business Brokers/FranNet NJ
Registration is required.
Course fee: FREE
CRN 60036, Wed, Feb 12, 6-9pm
CANCELLED CRN 60037, Mon, Apr 6, 6-9pm
Register securely online via the RVCC website.
Questions? Call the SBDC office at (908) 526-1200 x8516.
Social Media to Promote Your Business
SB405 – 3 hours
Connect with consumers through Social Media to increase your brand awareness and sales. Learn the essential steps and tactics necessary for the small business owner using LinkedIn, Facebook and Twitter.
Instructor: Susan Wilcox, e-Dynamic Marketing
Course fee: $59
Wed, Feb 12, 6-9pm
CRN 60078
Register securely online via the RVCC website.
Questions? Call the SBDC office at (908) 526-1200 x8516.
Create Your Local Business Listing on Google & Bing
SB450 – 3 hours
Getting found in the search engines is critical for your business. Learn how to create your free Local Business Listing on Google and Bing, and discuss other opportunities. This class is intended for small business owners with an office or retail address (not work from home).
Instructor: Roland Reinhart, Reinhart Marketing
Registration is required.
Course fee: FREE
CRN 60038 Wed, Feb 26, 6-9pm
Register securely online via the RVCC website.
Questions? Call the SBDC office at (908) 526-1200 x8516.
Networking 101
SB746 – 3 hours
It’s not what you know or who you know . . . it’s who knows you. Online and off-line networking will increase your sphere of influence, establish your brand identity, build trust, generate word-of-mouth, and attract business opportunities. Learn to write and deliver an attention-getting “elevator speech.” Start networking immediately: bring your business cards and brochures to class.
Instructor: Vicki Lynne Morgan, Russmor Mentoring Group
Course fee: $59
Wed, Feb 26, 6-9pm
Attend In-Person = CRN 60046
Register securely online via the RVCC website.
Questions? Call the SBDC office at (908) 526-1200 x8516.
Planning Your New Website
SB421 – 3 hours
Learn the biggest mistakes to avoid when building a website and discover what the search engines want. Find out how to register your domain name, choose web hosting, accept payments online, and evaluate whether to do it yourself or hire a professional.
Instructor: Roland Reinhart, Reinhart Marketing
Course fee: $59
Wed, Mar 4, 6-9pm
Attend In-Person = CRN 60018
Attend Online = CRN 60042
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Virtual seats are also available for this class and others. Please view our SBDC Webinars.
Register securely online via the RVCC website.
Questions? Call the SBDC office at (908) 526-1200 x8516.
NJ Division of Revenue & Taxation Small Business Tax Workshop
SB209 – 4 hours
NJ Division of Taxation personnel will explain proper procedures for collecting and remitting various New Jersey taxes. A focal point of each workshop is the sales tax responsibilities of small businesses including the description of taxable and exempt sales and services.
Instructor: NJ Division of Taxation
Registration is required.
Course fee: FREE
Fri, Mar 6, 10am-2pm
Virtual seats are also available for this class.
Attend In-Person = CRN 60080
Attend Via Webinar = CRN 60081
Register securely online via the RVCC website.
Questions? Call the SBDC office at (908) 526-1200 x8516.
Introduction to Search Engine Optimization (SEO)
SB404 – 3 hours
Learn how to improve your website visibility in the major search engines (Google and Bing). Participants learn SEO best practices and can ask to have their websites critiqued during the session.
Instructor: Roland Reinhart, Reinhart Marketing
Course fee: $59
Wed, Mar 11, 6-9pm
Attend In-Person: CRN 60019
Attend Online: CRN 60043
Watch this class description video:
Virtual seats are also available for this class and others. Please view our SBDC Webinars.
Register securely online via the RVCC website.
Questions? Call the SBDC office at (908) 526-1200 x8516.
Online Businesses and NJ Sales Tax
SB282 – 2 hours
Do you have an Online Business that sells taxable products? The Division of Taxation personnel will explain the tax laws applicable to your business. They will define what products and services are taxable, collecting NJ Sales Tax on sales inside and outside NJ, shipping products, and how to file Sales and Use Tax returns.
Instructor: NJ Division of Taxation
Registration is required.
Course fee: FREE
Fri, Mar 13, 10am-12pm
Attend In-Person = CRN 60082
Attend Via Webinar = CRN 60083
Virtual seats are also available for this class and others. Please view our SBDC Webinars.
Register securely online via the RVCC website.
Questions? Call the SBDC office at (908) 526-1200 x8516.
Introduction to WordPress (Webinar only)
SB463 – 3 hours
33% of websites use WordPress,* one of the most popular website Content Management Systems available. You’ll learn how to set up your own website using self-hosted WordPress. We’ll explain: web hosting, installation, theme selection, plug-ins; and we’ll make sure you know how to keep all your hard work backed up and secure. (3 hours)
Instructor: Roland Reinhart, Reinhart Marketing
Course fee: $59
Wed, Mar 18, 6-9pm
Attend Online = CRN 60044
Watch this class description video:
Virtual seats are also available for this class and others. Please view our SBDC Webinars.
Register securely online via the RVCC website.
Questions? Call the SBDC office at (908) 526-1200 x8516.
Introduction to Content Marketing and Email (Webinar only)
SB472 – 3 hours
Content is KING! It helps you get the right message to the right person at the right time. Good content will help customers find you and improve your Search Engine Optimization (SEO). Email marketing will help you keep your current customers coming back and help you convert your prospective customers into buyers. Used together, Content Marketing and email create a strong combination of marketing tools that will help you grow your business.
Instructor: Susan Wilcox, eDynamic Marketing
Course fee: $59
Tue, Mar 24, 6-9pm
CRN 60079
Register securely online via the RVCC website.
Questions? Call the SBDC office at (908) 526-1200 x8516.
Introduction to Google Analytics (Webinar only)
SB418 – 3 hours
Does your website and marketing work? Learn how to use the powerful, free reporting tool, Google Analytics, to measure the effectiveness of your marketing efforts.
Instructor: Roland Reinhart, Reinhart Marketing
Course fee: $59
Wed, Apr 1, 6-9pm
Attend online: CRN 60021
Register securely online via the RVCC website.
Questions? Call the SBDC office at (908) 526-1200 x8516.
Creating Video for the Web (Webinar only)
SB406 – 3 hours
From planning to production to distribution, learn the basic skills and tools you’ll need to create professional video content to promote your brand and publish it online.
Instructor: Roland Reinhart, Reinhart Marketing
Course fee: $59
Mon, Apr 6, 6-9pm
Attend Online = CRN 60035
Watch this class description video:
Register securely online via the RVCC website.
Questions? Call the SBDC office at (908) 526-1200 x8516.
Business Plan 101 – Webinar only
SB747 – 3 hours
Entrepreneurs need customized business plans — a fundamental tool for determining the viability and potential for business ideas. In an aggressive marketplace, business plans serve as game plans that help established businesses sustain momentum and profitability. Attendees explore the benefits of business plan templates.
Instructor: Vicki Lynne Morgan, Russmor Mentoring Group
Course fee: $59
CRN 60047 Wed, April 22
Register securely online via the RVCC website.
Questions? Email the SBDC office at sbdc@raritanval.edu
Marketing Analysis 101 WEBINAR only
SB748 –
Market analysis is critical for making the best business decisions, planning strategically to launching your business and sustaining an established company. You’ll learn how to collect and analyze data about your industry, advancements in technology, competitive activity, and target market profiles.
Instructor: Vicki Lynne Morgan, Russmor Mentoring Group
Course fee: $59
CRN 60048 Wed, Apr 29, 6-9pm
Register securely online via the RVCC website.
Questions? Email the SBDC office at sbdc@raritanval.edu