Developing an Independent Educational Consulting Business
A required course in the Independent Educational Consultant Certificate Program.
This course addresses the key components necessary for developing and operating an independent educational consulting business. Topics include: business finance options, contracts and agreements, software and hardware options, insurance and incorporation and how to develop and implement a business plan. The course highlights issues related to setting fees, collecting payment, managing the inquiry process, hiring employees and subcontractors, budgeting and launching a website for business.
FALL 2025
Class Schedule
| Event | Date | Day | Start Time | End Time | Location | Room |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Event Start | Date 9/29/2025 | Day MON | Start Time | End Time | Location Online (Access Begins) | Room --- |
| Event Synchronous Meeting | Date 10/2/2025 | Day THU | Start Time 03:00 PM (PT) | End Time 04:00 PM (PT) | Location Zoom | Room |
| Event Synchronous Meeting | Date 10/9/2025 | Day THU | Start Time 03:00 PM (PT) | End Time 04:00 PM (PT) | Location Zoom | Room |
| Event Synchronous Meeting | Date 10/16/2025 | Day THU | Start Time 03:00 PM (PT) | End Time 04:00 PM (PT) | Location Zoom | Room |
| Event Synchronous Meeting | Date 10/23/2025 | Day THU | Start Time 03:00 PM (PT) | End Time 04:00 PM (PT) | Location Zoom | Room |
| Event Synchronous Meeting | Date 10/30/2025 | Day THU | Start Time 03:00 PM (PT) | End Time 04:00 PM (PT) | Location Zoom | Room |
| Event Synchronous Meeting | Date 11/5/2025 | Day WED | Start Time 03:00 PM (PT) | End Time 04:00 PM (PT) | Location Zoom | Room |
| Event Synchronous Meeting | Date 11/10/2025 | Day MON | Start Time 03:00 PM (PT) | End Time 04:00 PM (PT) | Location Zoom | Room |
| Event Synchronous Meeting | Date 11/20/2025 | Day THU | Start Time 03:00 PM (PT) | End Time 04:00 PM (PT) | Location Zoom | Room |
| Event End | Date 11/23/2025 | Day SUN | Start Time | End Time | Location Online (Access Ends) | Room --- |
Important Course Information
This course will host live sessions via Zoom. A device with audio and visual will be needed to participate. Synchronous sessions are highly encouraged for an interactive learning experience, but are optional. Sessions are recorded and available for viewing, allowing learners to engage with the content at their convenience.
Textbook not required; you will be notified if this changes.
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WINTER 2026
Class Schedule
| Event | Date | Day | Start Time | End Time | Location | Room |
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| Event Start | Date 1/26/2026 | Day MON | Start Time | End Time | Location Online (Access Begins) | Room --- |
| Event Synchronous Meeting | Date 2/3/2026 | Day TUE | Start Time 02:00 PM (PT) | End Time 03:00 PM (PT) | Location Zoom | Room |
| Event Synchronous Meeting | Date 2/10/2026 | Day TUE | Start Time 02:00 PM (PT) | End Time 03:00 PM (PT) | Location Zoom | Room |
| Event Synchronous Meeting | Date 2/17/2026 | Day TUE | Start Time 02:00 PM (PT) | End Time 03:00 PM (PT) | Location Zoom | Room |
| Event Synchronous Meeting | Date 3/3/2026 | Day TUE | Start Time 02:00 PM (PT) | End Time 03:00 PM (PT) | Location Zoom | Room |
| Event End | Date 3/22/2026 | Day SUN | Start Time | End Time | Location Online (Access Ends) | Room --- |
Important Course Information
This course will host live sessions via Zoom. A device with audio and visual will be needed to participate. Synchronous sessions are highly encouraged for an interactive learning experience, but are optional. Sessions are recorded and available for viewing, allowing learners to engage with the content at their convenience.
Textbook Information for EDUC X406.3.
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