GSBLSU 2016 Class Overview: Banking Small Business
Monday through Thursday of the 2016 GSBLSU session, 
many students found themselves seated in 152 Coates Hall. The class was Banking Small Business, the professor was Mike Milan, and the intent was to introduce students to the intricacies that come with banking for small businesses. With over 28 million small businesses nationwide, small business is, in fact, very big business, and one on which all banking professionals should have a strong grasp.
Managing performance and recognizing key indicators is important across every facet of life. In sports we use statistics, trends and history to tell us what is working, what isn’t, and what may. When driving your car you may feel sluggish acceleration or problems steering; again these are performance indicators that hint at a problem. While your bank may not provide the tangible feedback like a bad fuel pump, or a left handed batter that can only pull the ball, there are a number of insightful ways to manage performance to optimize profitability and success.
The Bank Management Simulation course utilizes a computer-based learning exercise designed to give participants an overview of the bank management decision making process. Students develop strategies for the management of functional bank areas, with specific emphasis on planning and decision-making in areas such as loans, deposits, investments, funds management, asset/liability management, risk management, etc. The primary focus is on profitability and growth, but attention also is directed to marketing and pricing of bank services—both current and future.
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