AT 154 Equine Business Management
Covers the basic concepts of equine business management. The decision-making process, tools of decision making, and types of business organization are covered. Organizing, acquiring and managing land, labor and capital resources are taught. Students learn teamwork, cooperation and leadership skills through classroom activities and assignments.
Offered
Offered Spring only
Notes
Career Technical Education (CTE) Course
Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:
Understand the differences, similarities, and tax implications of different types of business organization. Understand accounting, planning, budgeting, and record keeping. Use a business plan, financial statement, capital and income flow statement to obtain a line of credit. Understand how to obtain proper and necessary business and employee insurance policies. Understand the Equine Liability Law, and how negligence and liability may impact a business. Understand tax related to small businesses, depreciation, 179 deductions, and capital assets and depreciations. Be aware of zoning and land use laws, environmental impacts, and issues of running a greener business.