The Business of Cannabis
Specialized Study Program
Strengthen Your Business Readiness
Starting a new cannabis business can be an exciting prospect but, like any startup, requires the right intelligence, approach, and plan. However, the newness and changing legal landscape mean that aspiring business owners like yourself have to have an astute understanding of different business facets - not only the ones that are impacted by changing legislation but those introduced by the nature of the new industry itself. To be not only confident in your business plan but also competitive, you'll need to educate yourself on the relevant topics, responsibilities, and strategies to establish your business and prosper.
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Est. Tuition $2,950
Learning Format Online
Duration 6 months *
* Duration times can vary talk to your student success coach for more information.Total Units 9 Units
- An introduction to the history, uses, culture, and industry of cannabis; medical cannabis; and industrial hemp
- Responsibilities and roles of different industry-specific sectors
- Business aspects and practices as they relate to a cannabis business, such as building infrastructure for your grow site, investment and banking, and challenges for commercial operations
- Industry-specific challenges, such as labs, distribution, and retail and delivery
- Sector-specific challenges, such as real estate considerations, regulatory compliance, and insurance
- Individuals wanting to learn more about the legal cannabis industry
- Individuals wanting to start a cannabis business
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