Homework
With this homework, you have the opportunity to take your creative ideas to the next step and begin to develop a strategy that will form the foundation for a successful business.
Instructions
Write a 3 to 4 pages paper in which you:
o Develop an idea for a prospective small business and select a name for the company.
o Identify its key competitors and summarize the strengths and weaknesses of one of the competitors.
o Prepare a mission statement that encompasses the purpose of the business and considers its target market.
o Identify the ownership form for this business, taking into consideration tax implications, liability exposure, managerial ability, and cost of formation.
o Include at least two references outside the textbook.
Format your homework according to the following formatting requirements:
o The answer should be typed, using Times New Roman font (size 12), double spaced, with one-inch margins on all sides.
o The response also includes a cover page containing the title of the homework, the student's name, the course title, and the date. The cover page is not included in the required page length.
o Also include a reference page. The Citations and references must follow APA format. The reference page is not included in the required page length.
The specific course learning outcome associated with this homework is:
o Develop a strategic plan to create a new small business.