Getting ahead in the marketplace and in your career requires continuous education. In our fast-paced world, updating your credentials is essential to staying competitive.

I am excited to announce to you that the Las Vegas Chamber of Commerce has formed a partnership with the University of Nevada Las Vegas College of Business to offer you a new executive education opportunity. The new Business Essentials program is designed to educate business owners, managers and professionals with the same principles and knowledge taught in an MBA program.

The highlights of this program include:

• Affordable tuition through a special discounted Chamber member rate
• Earn valuable Executive Certificate in Business Administration from UNLV
• Flexible schedule
• Topics relevant to your business
• Receive Continuing Education Units (CEUs)

The program is perfect for

• Executives wanting to learn the latest in business intelligence
• Business managers looking to elevate their qualifications
• Professionals who wish they had gone to business school

The program is flexible and designed to fit your busy schedule. It consists of 16 modules offered over four two-day sessions. Participants have up to two years to complete all sessions. That means if you are unable to attend one of the sessions, you can make it up with no penalty the next time the session is offered.

The program sessions are taught by leading professors from UNLV College of Business. The session modules consist of the following:

Module I: People

This module covers the leadership skills you need to effectively manage your workforce. Session topics include business leadership, managing people, conflict resolution, and managing change and transformation.

Module II: Processes

This module will educate you on the processes and systems that are essential to operating a healthy business. Session topics include budgeting and reporting, marketing, supply chain management, and information systems.

Module III: Environment

This module helps you understand many aspects of the business environment. Session topics include the economy, business and society, business law, and international business.

Module IV: Money

This module covers all the essentials to managing business finances. Session topics include the market process, strategy and planning, corporate finance and accounting.

As a member of the Las Vegas Chamber of Commerce, you are eligible for a special discounted tuition of $3,600. Tuition covers the courses and all related expenses including instruction, course materials, books, meals and parking.

In addition to the Executive Certificate in Business Administration from the UNLV College of Business, you will also earn up to 6.0 continuing education units (CEUs) based on attendance. There are no examinations or assignments required to graduate from the program.

The first module will be held May 20-21, from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., with subsequent modules offered monthly. If you are interested in enrolling, you can download the registration form here. If you would like more information, please download the Business Essentials program brochure or contact the Chamber at (702) 641-5822.

I encourage you and your executive team to take advantage of this excellent opportunity to advance your careers.