Business Plan

DBA 756 Business Plan Guidelines The Final Business Plan will require you to think seriously about your interests and competencies in consulting by integrating what you have learned in the course. Write a 12-page paper that integrates the information in the course, using the outline from Chapter 2 of Maximizing the Value of Consulting: A Guide for Internal and External Consultants text. In writing your business plan, demonstrate good thought and a comprehensive attitude. This course will be followed by the Practicum Session (working on an actual Consulting Project); therefore, laying a strong foundation in this content area is paramount. The Business Plan should include the following:

1. Title Page 2. Table of Contents 3. Executive Summary 4. Purpose and Approach

a. Mission b. Vision c. Values

5. Market Analysis a. Target Market b. Size of Market c. Client Description d. Competition

6. Niche Products and Services a. Niche b. Services

7. Operations a. Facilities b. Equipment c. Technology d. Resources

8. Management a. Key Individuals b. Job Description c. Staffing Philosophy d. Professional Support

9. Financial Plan a. Revenue Projections b. Cost Projections c. Capital Requirements, if necessary d. Cash Flow Statement, if necessary

10. Goals and Milestones a. Revenue of Business Volume b. Clients c. Profits d. Staffing e. Facilities f. Technology g. Alliances and Partnerships

11. Risks and Opportunities

The Final Business Plan is due no later than Sunday 11:59 PM EST/EDT of Module 7. (This Assignment may be linked to Turnitin.)