Network Marketing Class

Extended Studies at the University of Nevada, Reno presents
NEW! Network Marketing: The Art of Nontraditional Marketing
Friday-Sunday, March 13-15, 2009 University of Nevada, Reno • Redfield Campus

"Network marketing is a legitimate and effective distribution model that allows people to use, promote and sell a product they love and to be compensated for creating an organization of people who do the same."
— Bret. L. Simmons, Ph.D., assistant professor, University of Nevada, Reno College of Business Administration

In these challenging economic times, do you have an alternative plan?

Are you searching for ways to keep more of what you earn and gain more control over your time and financial future? If so, networking marketing may be for you.

In this three-session course, you will learn why network marketing merits serious consideration as a sound business alternative, as well as how to select a company and establish the foundation of a legitimate home business that you can operate with integrity.
When: March 13-15; Fri.-Sun. (Friday, 6-9 p.m., Saturday and Sunday, 9 a.m.-4 p.m.)
Where: University of Nevada, Reno, Redfield Campus, 18600 Wedge Parkway, Reno
Instr.: Bret Simmons, Ph.D., assistant professor, College of Business Administration, University of Nevada, Reno
Fee: $299, includes tuition, all course materials, parking each day and lunch Saturday and Sunday
Sched #: 091LEAD105 (Register online at www.extendedstudies.unr.edu or by phone at (775) 784-4062 or 1-800-233-8928.)

Course Topics
• How to select a network marketing company
• Understanding a company’s value equation
• Legal considerations
• Establishing a tax file and accounting system
• Leadership and ethics
• The art and science of persuasion
• Network marketing business development
• Establishing an online presence
• Expanding existing network marketing businesses

This course will help you if:
• You are looking for a "Plan B" and want to learn more about how network marketing can help you stay ahead in a challenging economic environment.
• You are new to network marketing and would like to speak with more confidence and knowledge about the legitimacy and benefits of the industry.
• You are in network marketing and have yet to develop a statement of purpose, code of values and ethics, or an effective system to document your operations in order to maximize the tax benefits of your business.
• You are seeking a visible educational credential demonstrating your mastery of the skills and knowledge required to build a successful network marketing business. Participants will be awarded a certificate of completion from the University of Nevada, Reno upon successful course completion.

About the Instructor
Bret L. Simmons, Ph.D., is president of Sierra Management Research, Inc., a leadership consulting and training company, and president of Metanoia, LLC, a home-based network marketing company. Dr. Simmons is an assistant professor of management in the University of Nevada, Reno College of Business Administration, where he teaches MBA and undergraduate courses in organizational behavior, leadership and research methods and publishes research on employee health and performance. He is a member of the Academy of Management, the British Academy of Management, the American Psychological Association and the Society for Industrial and Organizational Psychology.

This course may be taken independently and requires no formal admission to the University. Early registration is encouraged.
Register today!
www.extendedstudies.unr.edu • (775) 784-4062 • 1-800-233-8928
The University of Nevada, Reno is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action, ADA institution. A portion of program fees may be used to pay hosting expenses. Produced by Extended Studies Marketing Dept., 1/09.