What it is:
This individual owns the agency and is responsible for the success of his or her business.
High School Education
Take the following courses to give your self a head start!
- Business Math
- Communications
- Economics
- Language Arts
- Government
- Accounting
- Business Software Applications (ie, Word, ACCESS, Excel)
Post High School Education
Post High School Education is not required, but it is recommended. Here is a list of suggested courses:
- Principles of Marketing
- Information Management
- Business Principles
- Business Writing
- Interpersonal Communications
- Psychology
- Business Law
Once you are hired!
Once you have begun working in an agency, you should continue your education through a variety of professional development programs:
- Leadership Training
- Team Building
- Ethical Practices
- Agency Operations
You can also take designation programs to further enhance your value:
- Total Quality Agency
Move on up!
Once you become an agency owner, you will need to develop a perpetuation plan! You should seek out competent legal, accounting and perpetuation counsel.