The Business Management Seminar (BMS) is a week-long seminar designed with minority business owners and executives in mind.  The BMS is sponsored by Business Management Seminar, Inc. in cooperation with the University of Wisconsin Small Business Development Center.  Its purpose is to help minority entrepreneurs become more competitive and successful in the free enterprise system.

Business theory and practical application are integrated into a core curriculum taught by some of the country’s most distinguished business faculty and practitioners. 

Program objectives were created to enhance the management expertise of minority owners and executives. Additionally, they were formulated to increase opportunities for entrepreneurial success; provide an environment for business owners/executives to network, interact and learn from a broad spectrum of entrepreneurs and educators; and generate cognizance and interest by public- and private-sector patrons regarding minority business ownership/operation in the United States. 

Seminar topics include:

• Innovation & Protection
• Strategic Planning
• Business Succession
• Tax Law
• Lean Enterprises
• Growth by Acquisition
• Joint Ventures
• Wealth Development
• Cross Cultural Management
• Business Valuation
• Marketing Strategies
• Success and Failure Factors

Cost is $3,500 per student, which includes lodging, meals and classes.