The City of Coachella and UCR University Extension are teaming up to provide Coachella residents a second offering of FREE Business Management courses!
These comprehensive courses cover essential skills in finance, marketing, human resources, and more. With in-person learning and personalized mentorship, you’ll gain practical insights that can immediately impact your business, positioning you for career advancement and contributing to the growth of Coachella’s vibrant economy.
Thanks to a co-partnership with the City of Coachella, these courses are offered at no cost to individuals who live, work, or own a business in Coachella. Don’t miss this incredible opportunity to grow your business and achieve your goals!
Learning Format
Online
Location
Zoom
Schedule
Sat. 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
April 26 - August 2*
*No classes on May 24 and July 5
Duration
14 Weeks
For established business owners or managers looking to hone advanced skills in business management with an eye toward potentially pursuing an MBA in the future.
Thanks to a co-partnership with the City of Coachella, individuals who live, work, or own a business in Coachella can access these courses for free.
The Micro MBA course will be held every Saturday from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM, starting April 26 and ending August 2.
Yes, this second offering of courses is only available online via Zoom.
Students should expect to dedicate around nine hours per week to complete coursework in this program.
Our business management courses are open to all Coachella residents over the age of 18. A bachelor's degree is not required.
While the Micro MBA course is taught in English, the Business Readiness course is offered in both English and Spanish.
Yes, we'll have a virtual Zoom session on Thursday, March 27, from 6:00 pm to 7:00 pm, as well as an in-person option on Wednesday, April 9, from 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm at the Coachella Branch Library. Click here to register for a session.
UCR University Extension is the continuing education and professional development division of UC Riverside. Our programs and courses span business, design, education, healthcare, law, sustainability, and technology. All our for-credit courses and instructors are University of California gold standard and approved by the UCR Academic Senate. We serve students both online and at two in-person locations: In Riverside at University Village, within walking distance of the main UCR campus, and in the Coachella Valley at the UCR Palm Desert Center.
As part of UCR University Extension, the UCR Palm Desert Center serves as a vibrant hub for cultural, artistic, and scientific engagement. It hosts a diverse array of public education offerings, including the renowned Arts & Letters series, science lectures, health and wellness programs, and a broad spectrum of learning opportunities for all ages. The center also houses the Osher Lifelong Learning program, catering to adult learners aged 50 and over.
With UCR University Extension and UCR Palm Desert Center, you can expect exceptional academic quality and a seamless blend of academic rigor with practical knowledge. Our innovative use of learning technologies and flexible access formats ensure that we meet the unique needs of each learner.
Experience the transformative power of lifelong learning with us.
