Missouri SBDC at Missouri State University
The Missouri Small Business Development Center (SBDC) at Missouri State University (MSU) is a leading resource for startup and growing businesses. The program serves businesses in 16 counties throughout southwest Missouri, with offices located in Springfield and West Plains, Missouri.
The Missouri SBDC at MSU is part of the efactory, offering premier professional and leadership training. Companies can increase their effectiveness and overall success through training programs on timely, real-world topics facilitated by leading industry experts. The SBDC also offers custom tailored training solutions to meet specific workplace needs.
About
This office is one of a network of offices located throughout the state. The Missouri Small Business Development Centers (SBDC) provide business training and one-on-one assistance to existing business owners and aspiring entrepreneurs.
The following are examples of the type of assistance available in the network:
Finance
- Financial analysis with industry comparisons, ratio analysis, break-even, and more
- Capital budgeting
- Financial projections
- Financing options and debt restructuring
- Recordkeeping and accounting
Marketing
- Market research (demographics, psychographics, drive time studies, etc.)
- Customer segmentation • Customer relationships and satisfaction
- Customer and market knowledge
- Competitive analysis
- Pricing
- Promotions Management
- Business Planning
- Strategic Planning
- Balance Scorecards
- Management analysis
- Continuous improvement
- Ethics and liability management
- Human resources (Recruitment and selection, compensation and employee retention, policies/manuals, motivating employees, etc.)
Technology Development
- Patent assistance
- Small Business Innovative Research (SBIR) grants
- Investor presentations and preparation
- Building management teams
Training
- Small Business Owner Training
- Workforce Development Training
Services Provided
Business Planning
- Business Plan Consulting, Development and Review
- Feasibility Studies
- Market Plan Development
- Market Research
- Demographic/Census Data
- Forming a Business
- Identification/Research of Foreign Markets
Management Issues
- Leadership/Professional Development
Financial Resources and Assistance
- Obtaining Equity Funding
- Bookkeeping/Accounting Software Training
- Budget, Financial Statement and Cash Flow Training
- Obtaining Government Funding
- Obtaining Debt Funding
Import and Export Assistance
- Identification/Research of Foreign Markets
- Trade Education and Training
- Financial Assistance for Exporting Activities
- Networking/Exploring Exporting
Libraries and Research Organizations
- Demographic/Census Data
- Industry Specific Research/Expertise
Marketing/Sales
- Feasibility Studies
- Market Research
- Student Marketing Projects
- Competitive Analysis
- Market Plan Development and Training
Regulatory Compliance
- Trademark and Copyright Information
Technical Assistance
- Commercialization
- Bookkeeping/Accounting Software Training
Training
- Bookkeeping/Accounting Software Training
- Budget, Financial Statements and Cash Flow Training
- Business Plan Training and Assistance
- Marketing Plan Development and Training
- Startup Classes
- Business Management Training
- E-Commerce/Internet Marketing
Product Development
- Patent Information
- Product Design and Development
Buying or Selling a Business
- Buying or Selling a Franchise
- Purchasing an Existing Business
- Valuation
Manufacturing, High Tech, Life Sciences Development
- Commercialization
- High Tech Development
- Industrial Technology Research
- Life Sciences Development
- Manufacturing Development
- Technology Transfer
Human Resources
- Employee Development, Hiring and Policies
Internship Programs and Student Services
- Student Marketing Projects
- Student Research Projects
Starting a Business
- Feasibility Studies
- Startup Classes
- Business Research Resources
- Forming a Business
- Home-Based Business Training
- Registration, Licenses and Permits
- Site Location
- Startup Business Counseling (Specialty)
Mentoring
- One-on-One Counseling
- Peer Mentoring
