Short Courses in Horticulture

Basics of Horticultural Business Management

(Olds College) * This is an online course.

This course introduces business management basics to students who are interested in operating a small business within the horticulture industry. Students gain an understanding of the characteristics of a small business and the principles of small business organizations, financial performance in a small business, small business budgeting, and human resource management for the small business.

Required textbook:
Small Business Management:  Launching and Growing New Ventures
Justin Longenecker et al. ISBN 0-17-650005-7
Approximate cost: $114.95 + GST
Call 1-800-661-6537 (Ext. 8321 or 4609) to order text book.

Registration Information

Tuition: $450 (+ GST)

To register for this Prairie Horticulture Certificate course call:

  • 1-800-661-6537 (Ext. 4677 or Ext. 7956) or
  • (403) 556-4677 or
  • (403) 556-7956

or print the Registration form and fax to (403) 556-4705.