Six Sigma White Belt — — Intro to Six Sigma and "Lean" Thinking

Business & Management 5

Phone: 609.570.3311 Fax: 609.570.3883www.mccc.edu/ccs [email protected]

Lawrence SolowPresidentof3-DChange,®Inc.,helpsorganizationsbecomemoreeffective.Hisworkfocusesonintegratingstrategy,processes,andpeopleinordertocreatesustainablechange.Utilizing

hisgraduatedegreeinOrganizationalCommunication,SixSigma“BlackBelt”certificationand25+yearsofchangeagentexperience,Larrypartnerswithclientstocreatecustomizedsolutionstotheirspecificrequirements.

Six Sigma White Belt — —Intro to Six Sigma and “Lean” ThinkingSix Sigma is a robust and powerful approach to creating significant improvement inorganizations.CreatedbyMotorolainthemid1980’sandpopularizedbyGE,AlliedSignalandothers,SixSigmahasbeencreditedwithbillionsofdollarsofcertifiedannualsavings.

ThisWorkshopwillprovideahighlevel,non-statisticalintroductiontoSixSigma.YouwillbeabletocompareandcontrastSixSigmawithotherprocessimprovementapproachessuchasTotalQualityManagement(TQM)andZero-Defectsquality,andidentifyaselectedsetoftoolsandtechniqueswhichsupporttheSixSigmamethodology.

“Lean”thinkingisadifferentwayoflookingathowworkgetsdone.PopularizedbyJamesWomackandDanielJones,LeanThinkingfocusesonidentifyingandeliminating“non-valueaddedwork.”

Bytheendofthissession,youwillbeableto: • DescribewhatdifferentiatesLeanthinkingfromtraditionalprocess improvementthinking; • Experienceasimulationthatwillprovidean“inthemuscle”experienceof Leanthinking;and • UnderstandhowaselectedsetoftoolsandtechniquessupportstheLean thinkingmethodology.

MethodsThisinteractivesessionwillhighlightacombinationoflecture,simulation,andsmall-groupwork to accomplish its learning objectives. PowerPoint slides will illustrate key pointsthroughout thesession.Additionally,youwill leave theworkshopwithacopyof“TheSixSigmaMemoryJoggerII”-aSixSigmatoolguide,and“TheLeanEnterpriseMemoryJogger”–aLeanthinkingtoolguide.0.7CEU.Tuition:$345(includescontinentalbreakfast,lunch&toolguides)XML108-074206 May 291session Th 8:30am-4:30pmLawrence Solow, President, 3-D Change,® Inc.

Six Sigma Yellow BeltInthis16-hourcourse,youwilllearnaboutthephilosophyandconceptsthatareattheheartoftheSixSigmaapproach.AsampleoftoolsforeachstepoftheDMAIC(Define,Measure,Analyze,Improve,andControl)frameworkwillbeintroduced.Youwillleavethetrainingwithacopyofthe“SixSigmaMemoryJogger”–auser-friendly,powerfulresourcetool.

BringaproblemtotheWorkshopandlearnhowtheSixSigmaapproachandtoolscanhelpyousolveit!1.6CEU.Tuition:$545(includescontinentalbreakfast,lunch,&coursematerials)XML107-074207 June 5-June 193sessions Th 9am-4pmLawrence Solow, President, 3-D Change,® Inc.

Mr.Solowhaspresentedatnumerousprofessionalconferences,includingASTD,SHRM,SIETAR,andProjectSummit.HehasalsoauthoredChapter9,“AComprehensiveApproachtoOrganizationalLearning:TotalLearningArchitecture”forthebook,“LearningArchitectures:BuildingOrganizationalandIndividualLearning”byWarrenR.Wilhelm.Larrywasalsofeaturedontheinternetradioshow“SuccessBecomesYou”onwww.voiceamerica.com.

Registration deadline is two weeks prior to the course start date.Avoid the $10 late fee... Register Early!

6 Business Management

Peter Johnson, CBAP

PeterJohnsonappliesover20yearsofexperienceinproductmarketing,businessanalysis,projectmanagementandIT

managementtothecoursehedevelopedforBusinessAnalysts.ACertifiedBusinessAnalysisProfessionalTM,hepreviouslyworkedasaconsultantoninterfacedesign,testingandimplementationforaNJstatewidecasemanagementsystem.Inaddition,hewasDirectorofBusinessSolutions,supervisinganITdevelopmentandbusinessanalyststaffandproposingenterprisestrategiesforaTrentonmarketingfirm.HecurrentlyservesasVicePresidentofCertification,Education,andProfessionalDevelopmentfortheNJchapterofIIBA.

Business Analysis — — IIBA Body of KnowledgeTM

Organizations large and small depend on their ability to deliver value-orientedsystems. Project managers recognize that improved requirements gathering andanalysisarekeydeliverables.Thatiswhytheroleofthebusinessanalysthasemergedasakeytounlockingthepotentialforprojectsuccess,andwhyanorganization–theInternationalInstituteofBusinessAnalysis™–hasemergedtoraiseitslevelofprofessionalismandrecognition.(Seewww.theiiba.org)

ThebusinessanalystisthebridgebetweenthosewhohaveabusinessproblemtosolveandthosewhoenableITsolutions.Thecourse isdesignedforanyonewhoneedsabetterunderstandingofbusinessanalysis tasksand techniques.This includesprojectmanagers, ITstaffandproject teammembers.Bytakingthiscourse,youwilllearnaboutrequirementstasks,modelingtechniquessuchasUMLandcontextdiagrams,documentation templates,validation, testinganddeployment,andimprovingcommunicationswithdevelopersandstakeholders.

The course brings to life material in the most currentGuide to the Business Analysis Body of Knowledge™bytheIIBA™.ThecourseshouldalsoenablequalifiedbusinessanalyststoapplyforIIBAcertification.

PMP PrepOnlineCourses

PMP Certification Prep 1Begin awell-paying career as a projectmanagerbypreparing to take--andpass--thePMPcertificationexam.

PMP Certification Prep 2Preparetotake--andpass--theProjectManagementInstitute’sPMPcertificationexam.

Tuition:$109foreachonlinecourseExpertInstructors •24-HourAccess •6-WeeksofInstructionStart Dates: A new section of each course starts monthly: Apr 16-June 6, May 21-Jul 11,June 18-Aug 8, Jul 16-Sept 5, and Aug 20-Oct 10.

To learn more, or to enroll, go to www.ed2go.com/mccc.edu.

“This course is one of the real gems of the Continuing Studies program. The real value is not only Mr. Johnson’s excellent and wide ranging real world experience but the real world knowledge and experience encountered of your classmates. The class became a great networking opportunity, where everyone shared and helped with career advice and even possible job opportunities. I highly recommend this class to anyone wanting an introduction and overview of the field and study of Business Analysis.”

—Felix Cruz

ReturningFall 2008!



6 Business Management

Joanne Joham, CMPMs.JohamisanofficiallyrecognizedstudygroupleaderfortheConventionIndustryCouncilandteachesCertifiedMeetingProfessional(CMP)coursesonaglobalbasis.Duringhercareer,Joannehasrepresentedandworkedwithinternationalcongressandconventioncenters,hotels,internationalairlines,professionalcongressorganizersanddestinationmanagementcompanies.SheiscurrentlytheRegionalDirectorforNorthAmericawithICCA-theInternationalCongressandConventionAssociation.

Certificate in Meeting & Event Planning & ManagementThemajorcomponentsofmeetingandeventplanningwillbediscussedandanalyzedininteractiveand creative learning sessions. The 30-hour program presents information relating to the mostimportantaspectsofmeetingmanagementandwill encompassarticlesandinformationfromtheleadingindustrymanuals.YouwilldevelopapersonalMeetingandEventPlanningManualbasedonthepresentedbuildingblocksystem,whichwillbeapplicableforalltypesofmeetingsandevents.

Thecoursewillstressthenecessityofdevelopingandimplementingaclearobjectiveforeacheventormeetingattheconceptstage,andwillofferthetoolsandknowledgeneededtodevelopclearandconcise strategic plans based on the objectives.Themajor aspects ofmeetingmanagementwill bepresented,discussed,anddevelopedwithinthebuildingblocksystem.Youwilldevelopthesecurityandknowledgetotacklethemajoraspectsofmeetingplanningandwillbeintroducedtovaluableoutsidesourcesofinformationandopportunitiesforpersonaleducationwithinthemeetingplanningfield.

Thecourseisappropriateforthosealreadyinvolvedinthemeetingplanningindustry,whodonotpresentlyholdtheCMPdesignation,andthosestrivingtogaintheknowledgeandskillstoenterthefield.Uponsuccessfulcompletionofcourserequirements,theCertificatewillprovideContinuingEducationUnitsapplicableforfutureprofessionaldesignationapplicationsandjobgrowth.3.0CEU.

• Project Management Fundamentals Gaintheskillsyou’llneedtosucceedinthe fast-growingfieldofprojectmanagement.

•ProjectManagementApplications Experiencedprojectmanagerteachesyou tricksoftheprojectmanagementtrade.

•DistributionandLogistics Management Learnhowtoimproveyourcompany’sdistributionandlogisticsmanagementactivities,increasecustomersatisfaction,andimproveoperationalthroughput.

•SupplyChainManagement Fundamentals Masterthefundamentalsofsupplychainmanagementandprepareforinternationallyrecognizedcertificationexaminations.

•SupplyChainManagement Applications Become more valuable to your organization

by learning to improve company processes.

•HighSpeedProjectManagement Learn to deal with the realities of managing

projects at supersonic speeds despite truncated timelines, inadequate staffing, and skimpy budgets.

Tuition: $87 for any online courseExpert Instructors • 24-Hour Access • 6-Weeks of InstructionStartDates:Anewsectionofeachcoursestartsmonthly:Apr 16, May 21, June 18, Jul 16, and Aug 20.

Tolearnmore,ortoenroll,goto www.ed2go.com/mccc.edu.

Business Management OnlineCourses

ReturningFall 2008!


8 Business & Management

APA’s (American Payroll Association’s)PayTrain College & University ProgramAsapayrollprofessional,youknowhow important it is tomaintainyourcompany’scompliancebykeepingupwithchangingregulationsandprocedures.Stayingcurrentisnotonlyimportanttoyourcompany’sbottomlinebutalsotoyourcontinuedprofessionaldevelopment.

IncooperationwiththeAmericanPayrollAssociation,theCenterforContinuingEducationatMercerpresents the PayTrain College & University program for payroll professionals. Comprised of twoprofessionaldevelopmentcourses,PayTrainFundamentalsandPayTrainMastery,thisprogramisdesignedfor all levels of payroll administration.Whether you are interested inpreparing for theFundamentalPayrollCertification(FPC)orCertifiedPayrollProfessional(CPP)certificationexams,orarenewtotheindustryandneedtolearnthebasicsofpayroll,ourcourseswillhelpyoumeetyourgoals.

PayTrain Fundamentals Returning in Fall 2008!PayTrain Fundamentals teaches the fundamental payroll calculations and applications necessary forindividualswho are new to the payroll industry, thosewho support the payroll industry, and thosewhoarepreparingfortheFPCorCPPcertificationexaminations.Thiscoursewillprovideyouwiththebasicknowledgeandskillsrequiredtomaintainpayrollcomplianceandpreventcostlypenalties.ThesecalculationsarecriticaltosuccessfullypassingtheFPCandCPPexamsandarenotcoveredinPayTrainMastery.

TopicscoveredinPayTrainFundamentalsinclude:• Payrollfundamentals• Fundamentalsofpayrolloperations• Paycheckfundamentals• Payrollbenefitsbasics

PayTrain MasteryPrerequisite: PayTrain Fundamentals

PayTrainMasteryisacomprehensivecourseprovidingstudentswithasolid understandingofadvancedpayrolltopicsnecessaryforpayrollmanagersandsupervisors.Thiscourseisidealforexperiencedpayrollprofessionalsseekingcompliancetraining,professionaldevelopment,orCPPcertificationpreparation.Enrolleesreceiveliveclassroominstruction,textbooks,andaccesstointeractiveonlinegamesandapplicationstoreinforcetopicslearned.Topicsinclude:

• Employeevs.IndependentContractors• PayrollTaxReporting• FairLaborStandards• FederalTaxationandOtherLegislation

• Taxreporting• Payrollaccounting• Professionaladministration

ReturningFall 2008!

ReturningSpring2009!

Academy for NotariesThereisagrowingneedforNotariesPublicthroughoutmanyprofessions.Thisclasswilleducateyouonhow to obtain your notary commission for theState ofNew Jersey.Wewill addresstopicssuchaswhataNJnotarycando,theliabilitiesanotarymayhave,andhowtoearnextramoneyasanotary.Completionofthiscoursewillgiveneworrenewingnotariestheabilitytoperformtheirdutieswithlessliabilityandmoreconfidence.Followingcompletionofthecourse,participantswillreceiveacertificateofcompletionandacurrentyearmembershipwiththeNewJerseyNotaryAssociation.0.4CEU.Tuitionandfees:$79(includeshandbook$25)XCP215-073921 June 71session Sa 9:30am-1:30pmJennie Storms, NP, CNSA



Tax PreparationReturning in Fall 2008!Thiscoursecoverseverythingyouneedtoknowabouttaxpreparationforyourself—andforoth-ersasapotentialsourceofextraincome.Wewilldiscussissuesincludingfilingrequirements,fil-ing status, dependents, income, adjustments toincome,deduction,taxcredits,andmore.Uponcompletion, job opportunities are available forqualifiedcandidates.Michael Levine, CPA

Earn Your Career Cetificate Online!

Accounting Certificate ProgramAn Online Comprehensive Career Certificate Program

TheAccountingCareerCertificateProgramwillprovideyouwiththeskillsandknowledgeyouneedtoprepareforanyofawiderangeofcareersinaccounting.Thisprogrammayalsoprovidebeneficialpreparationforelementsofnationalcertifications,suchasCertifiedPublicAccountant(CPA),CertifiedFinancialManager(CFM),andCertifiedManagementAccountant(CMA).Tuition: $998(includes$148tuition&$850fees)(540contacthoursofinstruction)

• Enrollmentisalwaysopensoyoucanstartatanytime• Yourtextbooks,learningmaterials,andunlimitedinstructorsupportareincludedinyourtuition• CertificateofCompletionawardeduponprogramcompletion• 15monthstocompleteprogram

To learn more, or to enroll, go to www.ed2go.com/mccc.edu or call 609-570-3672

Introduction to BookkeepingBasicmanualbookkeepingcoursethatcoversthe completion of the accounting cycle frombusinesstransactionsthroughentryintothebooksand records, posting to accounts, preparationof worksheets and adjusting journal entries,preparation of financial statements and closing.By understanding the basics covered in thishands-on workshop-style course, the studentwill be better prepared for any accounting orbookkeeping system, whether manual, one-write or software driven. Other topics coveredinclude:specialjournalssuchasthesalesjournal,purchase journal,cash receipts journalandcashdisbursementsjournal;cash,accountsreceivable,inventory and more. Textbook required. Available in college bookstore. Students should also purchase a 7-column pad (product RED45607) and a 13-column pad (product RED45613) from http://rediform.officeworld.com/.4.2CEU.Tuition:$396XBA138-071477 Apr 29-June 6*17sessions Tu,Th,F 9:30am-12pm*Class will not meet May 23Leonard Steinberg, CPA

Prerequisite: Two years of work experience as a bookkeeper and background in double-entry bookkeeping

OfferedinconjunctionwiththeAmericanInstituteofProfessionalBookkeepers(AIPB),theCenterforContinuingStudiesispleasedtopresentthecertifiedBookkeeper(CB)program.

BybecomingaCertifiedBookkeeper,youcanincreaseyourearningpotential,enhanceyourstandingasaprofessionalandgiveyourselfanedgeineventhemostcompetitivejobmarket.AccordingtotheOccupationalOutlookHandbook,publishedby theU.S.BureauofLaborStatistics,CertifiedBookkeepers“willhavethebestjobprospects.”

Certified Bookkeeper (CB) Returning in Fall 2008!

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Finance & Accountingfor NonprofitsSeepg.14forcoursedescription.1.2CEU.Tuitionandfees:$114XML152-072197 Apr 29-May 204sessions Tu 6:30-9:30pmNicholas F. Caprio, CPA, MCCC Instructor

Comprehensive QuickBooks™Seepg.18forcoursedescription.1.5 CEU. Tuition and fees: $295 (tuition andfees:$142;labfees:$153)XCA148-071543 May 5-May 122sessions M 9am-5pmXCA148-074065 July 8-July 152sessions Tu 9am-5pmLeonard Steinberg, CPA

The Role Emotional IntelligencePlays in CommunicationSeepg.11forcoursedescription.0.8CEU.Tuitionandfees:$76XML186-071901 May 8-May 294sessions Th 7-9pmMarge Smith, Nonprofit Consultant

Effective Business WritingSeepg.11forcoursedescription.1.5CEU.Tuitionandfees:$142XWC117-073927 July 1-Aug 56sessions Tu 6:30-9pmEllen Benowitz, MCCC Instructor

Small BusinessManagement SeriesSeepgs.18-19forcoursedescriptions.•StartingYourOwnBusiness:Parts1and2•ChoicesinLegalFormation•UnderstandingFinancialStatements•TakingonDebtforGrowth: WhyBorrowMoney?•BigDreams,SmallBudgets•TheMarketingPlan•ResultsOrientedMarketing: ProfitProducingResults•RecordkeepingforSmallBusinesses

Total Quality ManagementSeepg.15forcoursedescription.1.5CEU.Tuition:$270(includesAMAcoursematerials)XML171-073937 July 15-Aug 125sessions Tu 6:30-9:30pm

TheCenter forContinuingStudies andMCCC is registeredwith theNewJerseyStateBoardofAccountancy for Continuing Professional Education (CPE) credits for licensed Certified PublicAccountantsandPublicAccountants(Certification#20CE00011900).

Continuing Education for Accountants

ContinuingStudiesatMercerandtheHumanResourcesManagementAssociationofPrinceton(localSHRMaffiliatechapter)offera13-weekcomprehensivereviewofthemajordisciplineswithinHumanResources.Designedtogivehumanresourceprofessionalsnewtoolsforsuccessfulperformanceonthejob,thecoursealsohelpsprepareparticipantsfortheHumanResourceCertificationInstitute’s(HRCI)nationalexaminationfortheProfessionalinHumanResources(PHR)orSeniorProfessionalinHumanResources(SPHR)certification.

Who Should Attend: •HumanResourceProfessionalslookingforadvancement•MiddleManagerslookingforacareerchange•SeniorManagersnewtotheHumanResourcefield•EmployeeBenefitsDirectors•ManagersofEmployeeBenefits•DirectorsofTraining

PHR/SPHRCertificationPreparationCourse

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Whether you need to market your product or service, you need strategic, results-driven skills thatenhancethebottomline.Nomatterwhatbusinessyouarein,communicatingclearlyandpersuasivelyisaskillcriticaltoyourbusinesssuccess.Ourwiderangeofcoursesinthisseriesisdesignedtoshowyouhowtotargetanaudienceandpromoteyourproductorserviceforgreaterreturnonyourinvestment.

Afraid to Present in Front of an Audience? – You don’t have to be!A survey found thatmore people are afraid ofpublicspeakingthanofdying!Therearemanyreasons for this.One of the biggest is thatwehaven’tbeentaughtspecificallywhattodo–andnotdo–whenwearestandinginfrontofaliveaudience. In this6-hourworkshop,participantswillbeprovidedwithspecific“do’sanddon’ts”regardingwhattodowiththeirfeet,voice,eyes,andhands.Tipswillalsobeprovidedonthebestwaystoanswerquestions–includingwhenyoudon’tknowtheanswer!Practicethesenewskillsundertheguidanceofanexperiencedinstructorandpublicspeaker.0.6 CEU. Tuition and fees: $195 (includesbreakfast,lunch&instructionalmaterials)XCP265-071505 May 11session Th 9am-4pmLawrence Solow,President, 3-D Change®, Inc.

Don’t Waste Your Timein Meetings! Ever left a meeting saying, “what a waste oftime”? If so, attend this 4-hour workshop.Participants will learn about the factors thatcontributetowastedtimeinmeetingsandwhatthey can do to minimize or eliminate them.Theywillalsolearnaboutthe“meetingtornadotube”anditsimplicationsforeffectivemeetings.Whetheryouplanandleadmeetings,orsimplyparticipate in them, thisworkshop promises tobeagreatuseofyourtime!0.4 CEU. Tuition and fees: $95 (includescontinentalbreakfast&instructionalmaterials)XCP266-071506 May 81session Th 9am-1pmLawrence Solow,President, 3-D Change®, Inc.

The Role Emotional IntelligencePlays in CommunicationUnderstanding emotional intelligence canempower you to work more successfully withothers.Thiscoursewillprovidetheopportunityto answer the following questions: What isemotional intelligence? How can you developyours?Howcanemotionalintelligenceimproverelationshipswhenworkingwithothers?0.8CEU.Tuitionandfees:$76XML186-071901 May 8-May 294sessions Th 7-9pmMarge Smith, Nonprofit Consultant

Marketing & Communications

Big Dreams, Small BudgetsEffectivemarketing doesn’t have to cost a lot.What if you only have $1000 to spend? Thisworkshopwillpresentmarketingstrategiesthatsucceed without breaking your budget. Learnhow to choose the rightmarketingmix,whereandwhentospendmoney,andhowtomaximizeyourbudgetwithno-cost,low-cost,high-impactstrategiesthatwillboostyourbottomline.0.3CEU.Tuitionandfees:$40XMS102-073925 June 231session M 6-9pmEllen Silverman, MCCC Instructor

The Marketing PlanJump starting a newbusiness or improving theprofitability of an existing one requires a wellthought out Marketing Plan. This course willshowyouhowtocomposeasimplified,step-by-stepplanthatwillguideyourbusinesstosuccess.Students will learn how to identify and locatecustomers, position a business properly, anddetermineproperpricingstrategiesandbudgets.In addition, the course will review successfulsalestechniques,howtolocate“hidden”markets,andhowtowinbacklostclients.Alsoaddressedwill be advertising, direct mail and publicitytechniques,aswellaspromotingyourwebsiteonandofftheweb.0.3CEU.Tuitionandfees:$40XMS800-073926 June 251session W 6:30-9:30pmMartin Mosho, MCCC Instructor

Effective Business WritingLearnhowtowritemoreeffectiveletters,memosand e-mailmessages concisely and effectively.Practice how to organize your thoughts, dealwith writer’s block, and proofread accurately.Participate in a refresher on grammar andpunctuation basics. Exercises, discussions,and critiques will show you how to project apositiveandprofessionalimageinyourwrittencommunications.A grammar review includingcombining and streamlining sentences will beincluded. Textbook required. Available in college bookstore.1.5CEU.Tuitionandfees:$142XWC117-073927 July 1-Aug 56sessions Tu 6:30-9pmEllen Benowitz, MCCC Instructor



Courses for Non-Native American SpeakersWorkplace Communication Skills for Non-Native Speakers Better English skills equal better workplaceopportunities.Ifyouwanttoimprovehowyoucommunicate with your bosses, co-workers,customers, clients, guests, patients, etc.….thenthiscoursewillhelpyoudojustthat!Throughroleplaying,discussions,andwrittenexercises,you will learn to improve your speaking andlistening skills, increase your vocabulary, andunderstand the meaning of many everydayidioms. Course includes guest speakers (paststudents) who have gotten jobs, raises, andpromotionsoncetheyimprovedtheirworkplacecommunicationskills.2.0CEU.Tuitionandfees:$160XES602-074085 June 2-Aug 410sessions M 6-8pmMarge Archer, MCCC InstructorCommunications Specialist

Pronouncing American EnglishIs English not your first language? Does youraccentreduceyourcommunicationeffectivenesson the job, in school, or in social situations?Improve your knowledge ofAmericanEnglishas it is spoken,with instruction in the sounds,intonation and stress patterns, individual andgrouppresentations.Prerequisite:abilitytoreadanewspaperinEnglish.Bring to every class: a small mirror, the two required manuals and tape set which are available in the college bookstore.2.0CEU.Tuitionandfees:$190XES600-073922 June 4-Aug 610sessions W 7:30-9:30pmJoAnn Ficca, M. Ed., CCC-SLP, Speech-Language Specialist

ESL (English as a Second Language)Writing & Speaking SkillsIf you are a non-native English speaker whowants to improve your overall written and spokencommunicationabilities,thiscourseisforyou.Majortopicswillincludeavarietyofgrammaticalconcepts,sentencestructure,pronunciation,andidioms.1.5CEU.Tuitionandfees:$142XES601-073923 July 8-Aug 126sessions Tu 6:30-9pmOzana Castellano, MCCC Instructor/Communications Specialist

Grammar for ESL (Online Course)IfEnglish isyoursecond languageandyou’reheaded for college, youwill find this class tobeveryvaluable.Thiscoursewillprovideyouwith an in-depth analysis of English grammarandstructuresothatyouwillbemorepreparedtosucceedinanyclasstaughtinEnglish.

Writing for ESL (Online Course)Would you like to learn how to write moreeffectively?Many ESL learners have excellenttrainingandskills in theirnative languagesbutfindtheiracademicorcareerprogressslowedbythechallengesofwritinginEnglish.Thiscoursewill take you through each step of the writingprocess,showingyouhowtogenerate,focus,anddevelopyourideas.Athoroughgrammarreviewwillalsohelpyourefineandperfectyourwriting.By the end of this course, youwill be able toproducewriting that is clear, logical, cohesive,andfreeofgrammaticalandpunctuationerrors.

Tuition:$87foreachonlinecourseExpertInstructors • 24-HourAccess • 6-WeeksofInstruction

Start Dates: A new section of each course starts monthly: Apr 16, May 21, June 18, Jul 16, and Aug 20.

To learn more, or to enroll, go to www.ed2go.com/mccc.edu

Grammar for GrownupsSincewritingclearlyandcorrectlyisanecessityfor success in any field, this course is aimedatindividualswho need a better command ofgrammar andpunctuation skills.It’s chockfull ofrelevant exercises in topics suchasverb-subjectagreement,pronouns,commas,semicolons, apostrophes, quotation marks,hyphens,fragments, run-ons, etc. If you havelongforgotten these essentiallanguage skills,thiscourseisaperfect“pick-me-up”!1.0CEU.Tuitionandfees:$95XWC110-073928 July 17-Aug 74sessions Th 6:30-9pmOzana Castellano, MCCC Instructor/Communications Specialist

Results Oriented Marketing: Profit Producing ResultsThere’s a method to marketing that results inincreased sales and profits. There are tactics,toolsandtechniquesthatcanmakethedifferencebetweensuccessandfailureinmarketing.Ifyouknow you’ve got a great product or service butyourprospectsaren’tgettingthemessageandyourbottomlineisbottomingout,thiscoursewillteachyouhowtogetseen,heardandnoticed.Findoutwhat works and what doesn’t. Understand theMarketing Process and theCreative Process andlearnhowtosucceedinanincreasinglycompetitivemarketplace.0.6CEU.Tuitionandfees:$80XMS106-073929 July 21-July 282sessions M 6-9pmEllen Silverman, MCCC Instructor



TheNonprofitLeadershipandManagementseriesprovidesrelevantleadershipandmanagementtopicsofcriticalvaluetononprofitorganizations.Theprogramispackedwithpracticaltechniquesnecessaryforagencysurvivalinthenewmillennium.Workshopsareorientedtotheneedsofstaff,programadministrators,executivedirectors,boardmembers,philanthropists,volunteers,andthoseinterestedinemploymentinnonprofitagencies.

Please note: You must be 18 years of age, have the equivalent of a high school education, and complete the state required 75-hour course before you can apply for a NJ State Real Estate Salesperson’s License. A criminal background check is required by the State of New Jersey prior to licensing.

Real Estate Pre-LicensingConsidering a career change? Licensed RealEstate Salespersons are often found in RealEstate Offices, Lending Institutions, PropertyManagement Firms, Appraisal Companies,Insurance Companies, Home Developmentcompaniesandotherindustryrelatedbusinesses.Anexcitingcareeropportunityawaits.Thiscourseincludes State real estate law,mortgages, salesagreements,deeds,math,titleclosings,propertyinterests,rights,liensandaverycomprehensivestudyoftoday’srealestatedisclosureregulations.Allstudyandpracticematerials--includingafinalexam--servetoprepareeachstudenttopasstheNJStateExam.Uponsuccessfulcompletionofthiscourse,eachstudentwillreceiveacandidateguideandcertificatetoapplyforregistrationtotaketheNJRealEstateSalespersonExam.Please pick up the textbook at Conference Center Registration Desk prior to Friday, June 6. 7.5CEU.Tuitionandfees:$490(includesbookfee$40)XCP280-073930 June 7-Aug 16*10sessions Sa 8:30am-4pm*Class will not meet July 5Loretta Smith, MCCC Instructor

Real Estate State Exam PreparationNo prerequisite, but recommended for real estatestudents who either are taking or challengingthe NJ State Real Estate Licensing Exams. Thisconcentrated program will facilitate a higherconfidence level of the pre-licensing applicant inpassingtheNewJerseyStateRealEstateSalespersonExam. In themorning,wewill integratememoryandunderstandingofterminology, title,ownershipinterests,contracts,agencyrelationshipsandmore.The student will review difficult test questionsand a concise methodology of choosing the rightanswers. In the afternoon,wewill focus onmathusingeasyrealestaterelatedterminology,uniformmethodology,andcommonsensetechniques.Thismathreviewisintendedtoincreasetheconfidencelevel of the pre-licensing student in real estatemath for theNew Jersey Real Estate Salespersonor Broker State Exam. Student should bring a calculator to class. All necessary materials will be provided in class.0.7CEU.Tuitionandfees:$115(includes$35tuition&$80fees)XCP284-071510 Apr 261session Sa 9am-4:30pmXCP284-073931 Aug 301session Sa 9am-4:30pmLoretta Smith, MCCC Instructor

Real Estate

Nonprofit Leadership & Management

Certificate in Nonprofit ManagementThiscertificaterequiresthefollowingsixcorecoursesandaminimumof20electivecoursehours.Individualcoursesmaybetakenonanon-certificatebasis.Uponcompletionofalltherequirementsforthecertificate,pleasecontactourofficeat(609)570-3311foracertificate.

Core courses: • FundamentalsofNonprofitManagement (Spring2009) • Finance&AccountingforNonprofit (Spring2009) • EssentialsofFundraising (Fall2008) • ManagementSkillsforNonprofits (Fall2008) • HumanResourceDevelopmentforNonprofit (Fall2008) • MarketingandPublicRelationsforNonprofits (Fall2008)

Elective courses: • GrantwritingEssentials(Summer2008) • CoursesinAMACertificates • CoursesinMarketingandCommunications (pp.11-12) • TheRoleEmotionalIntelligencePlaysin Communication • AccountingandTaxUpdateforNonprofits • BookkeepingforNonprofits • Faith-BasedCommunityDevelopment • UsingDigitalMediaandtheInternetto MarketYourOrganization • VolunteerManagement



Finance & Accounting for NonprofitsFinances, fundraising, and the effective use oftheboardarekey issues for thesurvivalof thenonprofit. Topicsincludedevelopingabudget,accountingprocedures,overviewoffundraising,event planning, individual solicitation, capitalcampaigns,andendowments.1.2CEU.Tuitionandfees:$114XML152-072197 Apr 29-May 204sessions Tu 6:30-9:30pmNicholas F. Caprio, CPA, MCCC Instructor

The Role Emotional IntelligencePlays in CommunicationSeepg.11forcoursedescription.0.8CEU.Tuitionandfees:$76XML186-071901 May 8-May 294sessions Th 7-9pmMarge Smith, Nonprofit Consultant

Grantwriting EssentialsThis workshop will acquaint and equipprospective or novice grant seekers with theskillsandtoolstheyneedtoresearch,prepareandsubmit effective and competitive proposals forfundingfromavarietyofgrantmakers. Topicsto be covered will include: the anatomy of agrant;hallmarksofasuccessfulgrant;prospectresearch,includingInternetandprintresources;individuals, foundations, corporations andgovernment entities as grantmakers; buildinga case for your cause; assembling a proposal-writing “tool kit”; building relationships withfunders and collaborators; the importanceof building evaluation into your proposals;understanding the importance of sustainability;and follow-upwith and cultivation of funders.Hands-on group and individual exercises willallowstudents toapplywhat theyare learning.Ample opportunities for group participation,discussion,andQ&A’s.1.5CEU.Tuitionandfees:$142XCP264-073932 May 14-June 186sessions W 6:30-9pmJudith Arnold and Claire Walton, / J F Arnold Group

Volunteer ManagementThiscoursewillfocusonthe3R’sofVolunteerManagement: Recruitment, Retention, andRecognition.Participantswillhaveanopportunitytoexaminebestpracticesanddevelopstrategiesthat will work for their program. Specifically,the course will address creating motivatingvolunteer jobs, recruiting the right volunteers,interviewing, orientation, supervising formaximumperformance,volunteer/staffrelations,retention,andrecognition.0.8CEU.Tuitionandfees:$76XCP221-073933 May 19-June 16*4sessions M 7-9pm*Class will not meet May 26Marge Smith

Using Digital Media and the Internet To Market Your OrganizationWith theproliferationandsuccessofYouTube,BlipTV, VideoEgg, FaceBook, MySpace andothervideosharingandsocialnetworkingsites,users’ experience on the Internet has evolvedfrom doing simple searches and research toconnecting authentically with other web users,uploading user generated videos and watchinghigh quality media, video and entertainment.More companies are using affordable digitalvideo on their websites and social networkingsites to connect, attract and educateweb usersabout their businesses. In this course, you’lllearn about digital technology and media andhowtobestutilizethemtomarketandgrowyourorganizationorbusiness.0.75CEU.Tuitionandfees:$71XCP222-073934 July 14-July 283sessions M 6:30-9pmAnn-Marie McHugh

Capacity-building of social service nonprofitorganizations has become a critical elementin today’s society, both nationally and locally.There is increasing reliance on faith-basedorganizations to provide a number of socialand community development services such asensuringaccesstochildcare,affordablehousing,health care, and human capital development—particularlyforthoseinlow-to-moderateincomegroupsacrossthecountry.Thelearningmodulesin this course focus on program planning andfinancing capabilities of houses of worshipor their separately incorporated nonprofitorganizations.Theclasswillalso featureguestspeakerswithprofessional expertise invariouscommunitydevelopmentservices.2.7CEU.

Faith-BasedCommunity Development

ReturningFall 2008



This Certificate in the Project Management Program is designed to equip you with required skills necessary in setting up project plans, scheduling work and monitoring progress in order to achieve desired project goals and results. Individual courses may be taken on a non-certificate basis.

Toearnthecertificate,youmustsatisfactorilycompletefourcorecoursesinyourchosenareaofstudyinadditiontotwootherAMAorelectivecourses.Coursescanbetakeninanyorder.Uponcompletionoftherequirementsofthecertificate,pleasecontactourofficeat(609)570-3311foryourcertificate.

Individualcoursesmaybetakenonanon-certificatebasis.

Core courses: • SuccessfulProjectManagement • TotalQualityManagement • SuccessfulNegotiating(Fall2008) • FundamentalsofFinanceandAccountingforNon-FinancialManagers(Fall2008)

Continuing Studies at Mercer and the American Management Association (AMA) have developed a multi-course curriculum to meet the unique needs of working professionals who want to learn state-of-the-art management skills. These courses are designed to help you become more effective in your present position and better prepared for advancement opportunities. AMA courses are nationally recognized for their comprehensiveness and value. Our instructors use AMA textbooks as the foundation and draw on their own expertise and experience to present material in the most timely and relevant manner.

Successful Project ManagementThe objective of the course is to develop skillsto manage projects using planning, tracking,monitoring, and control techniques. After thecourse,studentswilllearntouseaWorkBreakdownStructure to scope out projects; allocate resourceseffectively using resource loading and levelingcharts;anduseprojectmanagementsoftware.1.8CEU.Tuition:$300(includesAMAcoursematerials:$95)XML170-073936 May 27-July 16sessions Tu 6:30-9:30pmJames Moore, MCCC Instructor

Total Quality ManagementThis course is a guided tour along the road toTotalQualityManagement (TQM). It reviewsthe history of quality and examines the widevarietyofphilosophies,conceptsandtechniquesfor managing, controlling, and improvingquality. Finally, the course takes a “walkingtour”ofrecentwinnersoftheMalcolmBaldridgeNationalQualityaward.1.5CEU.Tuition:$270 (includesAMAcoursematerials)XML171-073937 July 15-Aug 125sessions Tu 6:30-9:30pm

American Management AssociationUniversity Certificate Programs

American Management AssociationUniversity Certificate in Project Management

Online CoursesTotal Quality FundamentalsLearnthebasicsoftotalqualitymanagement.

Six Sigma: Total Quality ApplicationsLearntoapplytheelementsandmethodsofSixSigmatoachievethehighestpossiblequality.

Tuition:$87foreachonlinecourseExpertInstructors • 24-HourAccess • 6-WeeksofInstructionStart Dates: A new section of each course starts monthly: Apr 16, May 21, June 18, Jul 16, and Aug 20.




Toearn thecertificate,youmustsatisfactorilycompletefourcorecourses inyourchosenareaofstudyinadditiontotwootherAMAcourses.Coursescanbetakeninanyorder.Uponcompletionoftherequirementsofthecertificate,pleasecontactourofficeat(609)570-3311foryourcertificate.

Individual courses may be taken on a non-certificate basis.

Core courses: •ManagingandAchievingOrganizationalGoals(Fall2008) •LeadershipSkillsforManagers •DelegatingforBusinessSuccess(Fall2008) •HowtoManageConflictsintheOrganization

This certificate provides the basic know-how designed to help you meet current challenges in a changing environment. Learn how to motivate your team when budgets are tight and staffs are reduced and how to help your team take on new responsibilities as you adjust to your new leadership responsibilities.

Leadership Skills for ManagersManagingintoday’sdynamic,diversework-placedemandsanewtypeofleadership.Thenewleadersmustbevisionaries, changeagents, coaches, andempowerers.Thiscourseenablesyou togain theskillsnecessarytofulfillthischallenging,changingandrewardingleadershiprole.1.5CEU.Tuition:$270 (includesAMAcoursematerials:$95)XML181-073935 May 28-June 255sessions W 6:30-9:30pmRichard Finger, MCCC Instructor

American Management AssociationUniversity Certificate in Management

Communicating Like a Leader - Online CourseLearntobecomeagreatcommunicator,improvingyourchancesforprofessionalsuccess.

Tuition:$87Expert Instructors • 24-HourAccess • 6-WeeksofInstructionStart Dates: A new section of each course starts monthly: Apr 16, May 21, June 18, Jul 16, and Aug 20.


How to Manage Conflictsin the OrganizationThis course will equip you with the strategies,tacticsandinsightsyouneedtogaincontroloftoughconflict situations. You’ll discover how to spotpotential interpersonalconflicts–anddefuse thembeforetheyflareup.You’llunderstandhow,when,where andwhy to apply the five favored conflict-resolutionapproaches,andyou’lldeveloptheinsightandintuitionyouneedtomakethemwork.1.5CEU.Tuition:$270 (includesAMAcoursematerials:$95)XML183-073938 July 9-Aug 65sessions W 6:30-9:30pmIona Harding, MCCC Instructor



This certificate program is designed for professionals who are seeking a comprehensive overview of human resources. Whether you are a new HR professional, HR specialist who has limited general experience or a professional who wants to learn more about the human resources function, you will find this program beneficial to your professional advancement.

FundamentalsofHumanResourcesFundamentalsofHumanResourcesisacomprehensiveguidetotheproductivemanagementofhumanresources.Itwillenableyoutodevelopaneffectivehumanresourcesplanforyourcompany,basedontheneedsofyourorganization.1.5CEU.Tuition:$270(includesAMAcoursematerials)XCP200-074333 May 29-June 265sessions Th 6:30-9:30pmRichard Finger, MCCC Instructor

Fair, Square and Legal: A Manager’s Guide to Safe Hiring, Managing, & Firing PracticesDoyouknowwhattodotoprotectyourbusiness,youremployeesandyourselffromlegalliability?Canyoudefendyour actions,or thoseofyouremployees,ifyoudoendupincourt?Stayingoutoftroubleisamatterofbeingprepared.Andthat’s exactlywhatyou’ll learn inFair,Squareand Legal: clear, unambiguous, step-by-stepmethods of documentation, compliance, andpreventionforeverybusiness-relatedactionthatcanraiselegalliability.1.5CEU.Tuition:$270 (includesAMAcoursematerials:$95)XCP201-073940 July 10-Aug 75sessions Th 6:30-9:30pmSteven Berlin, MCCC Instructor

Toearnthecertificate,youmustsatisfactorilycompletefourcorecoursesinyourchosenareaofstudyinadditiontotwootherAMAorelectivecourses.Coursescanbetakeninanyorder.Pleasecontactourofficeat(609)570-3311foracertificate.

Individual courses may be taken on a non-certificate basis.

Core courses: • FundamentalsofHumanResources • Fair,SquareandLegal:AManager’sGuidetoSafeHiring,Managing,andFiringPractices • Compensation:EffectiveRewardPrograms(Fall2008) • PerformanceManagement(Fall2008)

American Management AssociationUniversity Certificate in HumanResources

Online CoursesEmployment Law FundamentalsLearnthebasicsofemploymentlawsoyoucanlegallyhire,evaluate,andmanageemployees.Learnthedifferencebetween an employee and an independent contractor; thebasic typesof employeebenefits;effectivehiring,evaluation,andterminationprocedures;methodstoresolveemploymentdisputesinandoutofcourt;discriminationandunionlaws;andworkplacesafetyrules.Thiscourseisamustforanyonewhois(oraspirestobe)asupervisor,manager,orhumanresourcesprofessional.

UnderstandingtheHumanResourcesFunctionThiscourseisdesignedtohelppeoplewithoutexperienceinhumanresourcestounderstandthisveryvitallinkintheorganizationalchain.Itwillpreparebothmanagersandbusinessownerstohandlebasichumanresourcefunctionsinawaythatwillensurethebestpossibleresult.

Tuition:$87foreachonlinecourseExpertInstructors • 24-HourAccess • 6-WeeksofInstructionStart Dates: A new section of each course starts monthly: Apr 16, May 21, June 18, Jul 16, and Aug 20.




MercerCountyCommunityCollegeispleasedtopresenttheseSmallBusinessManagementcoursesdesignedforsmallbusinessowners,aswellasforthoseplanningtostartabusiness.Thisseriesofcourseswilltakeyouthroughthestepsrequiredtocreateawinningbusinessplanandguideyourbusinessideaintoasuccessfulreality.

You will learn to: • Startandmanageyourownbusiness • Organizeyourbusinessfinances • Marketyourproductorservice • Planforfuturegrowth • Usetechnologytoadvanceyourbusiness

Small Business Management

Certificate in Small Business ManagementToearnthecertificate,youmusttakefour(4)coreandfour(4)electivecourseslistedbelow:

Core courses:• StartingYourOwnBusiness: TheBusinessPlan,parts1and2• ChoicesinLegalFormation• TheMarketingPlan• RecordkeepingforSmallBusinesses

Elective courses:(Several electives are offered each semester)•TakingonDebtforGrowth: WhyBorrowMoney?•ResultsOrientedMarketing:Profit ProducingResults•UnderstandingFinancialStatements•QuickbooksComprehensive•E-CommerceBasics•BigDreams,SmallBudgets•MarketingwithaGuerrillaMindset (Fall2008)•MarketingCommunicationsWriting

Starting Your Own Business:Parts 1 and 2Planning to start your own business? Learnthe key elements for small business successincluding funding, marketing, financialmanagement and legal factors. Focus on howto bring these elements together to develop abusiness plan. This two-part course will takestudents through thesteps required toactuallycreate a winning business plan. Part one is aprerequisiteforparttwo.

Part 1 – Starting Your Own BusinessLearnthecreativeapproachprinciplesthatleadtosmallbusinesssuccess,andbegintodevelopabusinessgrowthpatternplan.0.6CEU.Tuitionandfees:$80XBA802-073941 May 21-May 282sessions W 6-9pmJerry Rovner, MCCC Instructor

Part 2 – Writing the Business PlanPrerequisite: Part 1 - Starting Your Own BusinessThedetailsofputtingyourbusinessplantogetherarepresented.Also,franchising,howtodomorewith less capital, and case studies highlightingthe do’s and don’ts of business planning arecovered.0.6CEU.Tuitionandfees:$80XBA804-073942 June 4-June 112sessions W 6-9pmJerry Rovner, MCCC Instructor

Who should attend: • Smallbusinessowners • Prospectivesmallbusinessowners • Consultants • Thoseinvolvedinbanking,accounting andotherbusinessservices

Comprehensive QuickBooks™Prerequisite: Knowledge of accounting and WindowsThis course is a combination of Introduction andIntermediate QuickBooks featuring: enteringand paying bills, using credit cards/ other assetand liability accounts, tracking and paying salestax, payroll, estimating, time tracking and jobcosting.Textbook required. Available in college bookstore.1.5 CEU. Tuition and fees: $295 (tuition andfees:$142;labfees:$153)XCA148-071543 May 5-May 122sessions M 9am-5pmXCA148-074065 July 8-July 152sessions Tu 9am-5pmLeonard Steinberg, CPA



Small Business Counseling NowAvailableatMCCC!The Small Business Development Center ofTheCollegeofNewJersey,fundedbytheUSSmallBusinessAdministrationandNJCom-merce Commission, offers one-to-one confi-dentialandgroupcounseling(atnocharge)byspecialistsandprivateindustryconsultantsinareasoffinance,marketing,strategicplanning,businessplandevelopment,Internetrelatedis-sues,governmentprocurement,andsales.

Toscheduleyourfreeone-to-onecounselingappointmentatMercer,call609-570-3530.

Choices in Legal FormationExamine the elements of each legal form foryourbusiness. Learn thedifferencebetweensoleproprietorship, partnership, S and C corporationsand the widely used LLC. An industry expertwill guide you through some of the initial legalconsiderationsforyourbusinessandtellyouhowtomakethemostofyourprofessionaladvisoryteam(attorneys,accountantsandbusinessconsultants).0.6CEU.Tuitionandfees:$79XBA803-074391 June 10-June 172sessions Tu 6-9pmDavid Cargille, LLB

Understanding Financial Statements Learn to enhance and clarify your bottom line.Topicsinclude:spreadsheets,understandingrevenueandexpense,structureandrelationships,meaningfulforecastsandprojections,balancesheetsandmore.0.3CEUTuitionandfees:$40.XBA831-073943 June 31session Tu 6:30-9:30pmCarla Fallone, MBA

Taking on Debt for Growth: Why Borrow Money?Havingsufficientcapitalinyourbusinessisakeyto achieving operating success. Learn about themostpopularloansandnegotiationtechniquestogetbetterdealsandlearnwhenitisappropriatetotakeondebt.Findoutwhyonelenderwillrejectyourapplicationwhileanotherwillacceptit,anddevelopwaystoanticipatewhatyourlenderwillrequirefromyou.Measurethetruecostofaloan,includingthosehiddencharges.0.3CEU.Tuitionandfees:$40XBA839-073944 June 101session Tu 6:30-9:30pmCarla Fallone, MBA

Recordkeeping for Small Businesses Information systems is the term used forfinancial and accounting systems for goodreason.Smallbusinessownersneedcurrentandaccurate information tomake effective businessdecisions. Learn how to choose financial andaccountingsystemsthatmeetfederalandstatetaxrequirements that are cost efficient and provideusefulbusinessinformation.0.6CEU.Tuitionandfees:$80XBA836-074068 June 16-June 172sessions M,Tu 6:30-9:30pmJacqueline Sanders, MCCC Instructor

Big Dreams, Small BudgetsSeepg.11forcoursedescription.0.3CEU.Tuitionandfees:$40XMS102-073925 June 231session M 6-9pmEllen Silverman, MCCC Instructor

The Marketing PlanJump starting a new business or improving theprofitabilityofanexistingonerequiresawellthoughtoutMarketingPlan.Thiscoursewillshowyouhowtocomposeasimplified,step-by-stepplanthatwillguideyourbusinesstosuccess.Studentswilllearnhowtoidentify and locate customers, position a businessproperly,anddetermineproperpricingstrategiesandbudgets.Inaddition,thecoursewillreviewsuccessfulsalestechniques,howtolocate“hidden”markets,andhowtowinbacklostclients.Alsoaddressedwillbeadvertising, directmail andpublicity techniques, aswellaspromotingyourwebsiteonandofftheweb0.3CEU.Tuitionandfees:$40XMS800-073926 June 251session W 6:30-9:30pmMartin Mosho, MCCC Instructor

Results Oriented Marketing: Profit Producing ResultsThere’s a method to marketing that results inincreasedsalesandprofits.Therearetactics, toolsandtechniquesthatcanmakethedifferencebetweensuccessandfailureinmarketing.Ifyouknowyou’vegot a great product or service but your prospectsaren’tgetting themessageandyourbottom line isbottomingout,thiscoursewillteachyouhowtogetseen,heardandnoticed.Findoutwhatworksandwhat doesn’t. Understand the Marketing ProcessandtheCreativeProcessandlearnhowtosucceedinanincreasinglycompetitivemarketplace.0.6CEU.Tuitionandfees:$80XMS106-073929 July 21-July 282sessions M 6-9pmEllen Silverman, MCCC Instructor

The Self Employment Assistance (SEA) ProgramAnintensive6-week,60hour,daytimetrain-ingprogramforthosewhowouldliketostarttheirownbusiness.Topicsinclude:Develop-ingBusinessandMarketingPlans,Taxes,Re-cordKeeping,andLegalFormation.Classesbeginperiodically.CoursescanbeappliedtotheSmallBusinessManagementCertificate.Call609-570-3530forinformation.Tuitionandfees:$900.

Note: If you are currently collecting unemployment benefits, call your local One-Stop Center regarding financial assistance and eligibility.



Career Transition Opportunities & Test Preps

Introduction to BookkeepingSeepg.9forcoursedescription.4.2CEU.Tuition:$396XBA138-071477 Apr 29-June 6*17sessions Tu,Th,F 9:30am-12pm*Class will not meet May 23Leonard Steinberg, CPA

Praxis 2Prep Course Review for the Elementary Education Content Knowledge Examination ThePraxis2isdesignedtotestyourknowledgeofLanguageArts,Mathematics,SocialStudies,andScience.A passing score is required to becomecertifiedasanelementaryschoolteacherinNewJersey.Ifyourknowledgeofthesetopicsisalittlerusty,joinourclassandbrushuponyourcontentknowledge.Also learn the layout of the test, aswell as test-taking strategies which will helpmaximize your score.Obtain textbook online; Elementary Education: Content Knowledge Study Guide by ETS; ISBN: 0-886-85241-2.2.0CEU.Tuitionandfees:$190XAS107-073945 May 8-June 268sessions Th 7-9:30pmJulia Larkin, MA., Education Consultant

Academy for NotariesSeepg.8forcoursedescription.0.4 CEU. Tuition and fees: $79 (includeshandbook$25)XCP215-073921 June 71session Sa 9:30am-1:30pmJennie Storms, NP, CNSA

Graduate Record Examination (GRE) ReviewTheGREReviewwillfamiliarizestudentswiththequestionsaskedontheGRE.Classeswillbeequallydivided between verbal ability and quantitativeability portions of the test. Studentswill practicewithtypicalquestionsaskedontheGRE,andlearntest-takingproceduresthatwillincreasetheirskillsandconfidenceformaximumsuccess.1.5 CEU. Tuition and fees: $240 (includesworkbook,$80tuition&$160fees)Anadditional$15 book shipping charge will be applied ifregistrationisreceivedafterMay30.XAS102-073947 June 10-July 156sessions Tu 7:10-9:40pmArea Enterprises Educational Consultant, MCCC Instructor

Graduate ManagementAdmittance Test (GMAT) ReviewThe GMAT Review will acquaint studentswith the questions on theGMAT.Classeswillbe equally divided between the verbal abilityand the quantitative ability tests, with specialemphasisonthecriticalreasoningandanalyticalwriting portions. Students will be taught testtaking procedures that will help them achievetheirhighestpotential.1.5 CEU. Tuition and fees: $240 (includesworkbook,$80tuition&$160fees)Anadditional$15 book shipping charge will be applied ifregistrationisreceivedafterMay30.XAS104-073948 June 12-July 246sessions Th 7:10-9:40pm*Class will not meet July 3Area Enterprises Educational Consultant, MCCC Instructor

Starting an E-Bay BusinessAre you ready to turn your unwanted atticand basement items into profit? This programincludes an explanation of eBay and PAYPALfees,howtodeterminethevalueofitemsbeingsold, what categories are most successful,strategies for writing copy and taking photos,pros and cons of “drop shipping,” and how toshipitemsfromhome.ThecourseispresentedinPowerPointwithliveaccesstoeBay.0.9CEU.Tuition:$129XBA128-073949 July 8-July 223sessions Tu 6-9pmLorraine Sexton, MCCC Instructor

C.A.R.E. (Classes for Adults Returning to Education)ReadingandWritingPreparationMathPreparationIMathPreparationII(Algebra)ConqueringTestAnxietySeepg.48forcoursedescriptions.

TransitionsSeepg.47fordetailsonInformationSessionforpeopleintransition.Wednesday, May 7, 2008, 5:30 - 7:30pm



Certified Security OfficerPrerequisite: Must be 18 years of age or older, must produce a valid photo ID with a valid expiration date or an expired New Jersey photo driver’s license in combination with a current non-photo driver’s license. In order to apply for a valid temporary certificate of registration (TCR) as a security officer, please bring $75 in cash or a credit card to the first day of the class.

ThenewlyenactedNewJerseySecurityOfficerRegistrationAct(SORA)nowrequiresapersonseekingtobeemployedas,orperformthefunctionsandactivitiesof,asecurityofficer,tocompletea24hourcourseofinstructionandpassanexamination.ThiscourseofinstructionmustbetaughtbyaNJSPcertifiedsecurityofficer instructor.The instructorswillprepare thestudentsfor theexaminationbyprovidingaminimumoftwohoursofinstructionineachofthefollowingareas:HomelandSecurity/CounterTerrorism, communications/emergency response, theft prevention,use of force, detention of suspects, ethics and professional conduct, first aid/CPR/AED.Thiscourseof instructionwillprovideabroad spectrumof instructionwithavariedapplication toinclude:stressmanagement,reportwriting,documentfraudandcrimeprevention.

Injust3dayswewillprovideyouwiththemandatededucationandtrainingtobecomeacertifiedNJSecurityOfficer.

Instructors:ICSSecuritySolutionsiscomprisedofastaffofcertifiedinstructorsthathaveover40yearsofexperienceinthelawenforcement,militaryandsecurityrelatedfields.ICS’trainingalongwiththousandsofhoursofclassroomandfieldinstructionguaranteesanexceptionaltrainingexperience foreachstudent inattendance. ICSSecuritySolutionsprovidesaneducationalandinteractiveclassroomsetting,whilemeetingallrequirementssetforthbytheStateofNewJersey.2.4CEU.Tuitionandfees:$175XCP100-074066 May 31, June 1, 73sessions Sa,Su,Sa 9am-5pmXCP100-074067 Aug 2, 3, 93sessions Sa,Su,Sa 9am-5pmMike’s K-9 Service, LLC

Test Prep OnlineCourses•LSATPreparation-Course1Lawschoolentranceprocedures,lawschoolsurvivaltechniques,test-takingtechniques,analyticalreasoning,anddraftingdiagramsarediscussedinCourse1ofthistwo-courseseries.

•LSATPreparation-Course2Readingcomprehension,logicalreasoning,techniquesforquickeliminationofincorrectanswers,explanationsofcorrectanswers,andprovenapproachesforselectingthecorrectanswerarediscussedinCourse2ofthistwo-courseseries.

•SAT/ACTPreparation-Part1Masterthereading,writing,English,andsciencequestionsontheACTandnewSAT.

•SAT/ACTPreparation-Part2MasterthemathquestionsontheACTandnewSAT.

Tuition:$87foranyonlinecourseExpertInstructors • 24-HourAccess • 6-WeeksofInstructionStart Dates: A new section of each course starts monthly: Apr 16, May 21,June 18, Jul 16, and Aug 20.



48 Personal Development

Are you over 25? • thinkingaboutreturningtocollege, fullorpart-time? • asingleparentorwithdependentsother thanaspouse? • financiallyindependentofyourparents? • workingfulltime? • likelytobeolderthanyourclassmates?

If you have answered yes to any of these questions then. . . . .Congratulations!YouqualifyasanadultlearnerandcantakeadvantageofourC.A.R.E.program(Classes for Adults Returning to Education).Designed with you in mind, these classeswill prepare you for the Accuplacer collegeplacement tests, in a relaxed, stress-free andfriendlyatmosphere.

Reading and Writing PreparationEnhance your reading and writing abilities toprepare for the College Skills Placement Test.Beginningwithareviewoffundamentalreadingskills,thisclasswillhelpyoudevelopsuccessfulstrategies for understanding and interpretingcollegeleveltexts.Tuition:$65XPE230-074078 June 4-June 254sessions W 6-8pmDr. JoAnne Craig, MCCC Faculty

Math Preparation IThiscoursewillcoverbasicoperations(addition,subtraction, multiplication and division) asapplied to fractions, decimals, ratios andpercentages.Specialemphasiswillbeplacedonsolvingwordproblems.Tuition:$65XPE231-074079 June 2-June 234sessions M 6-8pmRosemary Brandolini, MCCC Faculty

Math Preparation II (Algebra)This course is a review of the fundamentalsof Algebra. Topics will include exponents,polynomials, factoring, first degree equations,quadraticequationsandrationalnumbers.Tuition:$65XPE235-074080 July 2-July 234sessions W 6-8pmRosemary Brandolini, MCCC Faculty

Conquering Test AnxietyReview,relax,reiterate.Controlyouranxietytomaximizesuccessintestingsituations.Studentswill be offered an opportunity for hands-onpracticewiththeCollegeSkillsPlacementTestwhileusingrelaxationtechniques.Tuition:$28XPE232-074081 July 21-July 282sessions M 6-8pm

C.A.R.E. (Classes for Adults Returning to Education)

Guiding Kids on the InternetWorktheWebwithyourkids!Thisessentialcourseforteachers,leaders,andparentswillgiveyoutheconfidenceyouneedforhelpingchildrengetthebestfromtheInternet.

Tuition:$87foreachonlinecourseExpertInstructors • 24-HourAccess • 6-WeeksofInstruction

Start Dates: A new section of each course starts monthly: Apr 16, May 21,June 18, Jul 16, and Aug 20.


Child Care & ParentingOnline Courses

Enhancing Language Development in ChildhoodFollowyourchild’sleadandhavefunwhileenhancinglanguagedevelopment!Inthisfunanduser-friendlycourseforparents,teachers,andcaregivers,youwilldiscoverhowchildrenlearntoprocesslanguageandhowtheybecomeproficientspeakersandthinkers.Thiscoursewillhelpyouenrichyourchild’slifebystimulatinghisorhercontinuedspeech,brain,andlanguagedevelopmentinanenjoyable,age-appropriate,andnaturalway.

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