As you will be developing your own business plan as you progress through your program, this discussion will provide you the opportunity for an in-depth preview of what business planning entails and a review of various examples of business plans.

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• What do entrepreneurs usually mean when they talk about a business plan?
• When should you scribe a business plan? When might it not be necessary or even advisable to scribe a plan?
• Discuss the difference between a business model and business plan.
• Describe the major sections to be included in a business plan.