Online Franchise Certification
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Critical skills for those looking to start a franchise business or help expand one
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Franchise Certificate Program
Transitioning to a new chapter?
Our Franchise Certification Program equips you with the critical skills needed to launch or expand a successful franchise business. Whether you’re a veteran, retiree, former law enforcement, or exploring new opportunities post-military or corporate life, this program provides the tools and knowledge to achieve economic mobility and business success.
A warm welcome from Franchise Certification program instructor,
Cordell Riley.
The Super Seven
Within seven weeks, participants gain experience in the seven main components of the franchising business, including:
- Foundations: How franchising differs from other businesses
- Evaluation: Determining the right franchise business for you
- Acquisition: Learning to write a business plan and obtain funding
- Building: Recruiting, hiring and retaining franchise employees
- Leadership: Modeling the qualities of a successful franchise leader
- Operations: Managing and measuring operational components of franchising
- Growth: Implementing successful practices to ensure successful growth
Hear what franchise expert Shelly Sun has to say about the Franchising Certification Program.
Is franchising right for me?
Are you looking for opportunities for independence? Do you have a strong entrepreneurial spirit? Are you detail-oriented and a good teacher? Franchising offers entrepreneurs the opportunity to be in business for themselves but not by themselves. Discover franchising’s freedom and possibilities with Haslam’s Franchising Certification program.
Franchise Certification Program
Seven Weeks,
Many Benefits
Who will benefit?
The Anderson Center for Entrepreneurship and Innovation at UT’s Haslam College of Business trains entrepreneurs to pair passion with business acumen. Looking to change careers? Transitioning from military or public service to civilian life? Ready to utilize your organizational and training skills to support tomorrow’s entrepreneurs? Franchise certification program students receive a firm foundational knowledge of franchising as an entrepreneurial option that expands and enriches known brands.
The two sides of franchising
Find your place as a new business owner as part of an established brand or in a corporate franchising department
Learn from the best
Gain insights from franchise industry professionals with decades of experience
Success, defined
Learn best practices for operating or supporting a franchise
360-degree support
Get to know other students and extend your professional network through a national advisory board of professional franchisors
Program Information
From remote learning and evening sessions to an expert instructor and an affordable investment, Haslam’s Franchise Certification program offers flexibility and comprehensive support.
CORDELL RILEY
Certified Franchise Executive
A franchising expert with nearly 30 years of experience, instructs the franchise certification program. A senior level executive with an extensive business background as a business owner and in the corporate setting, he brings real-world value to the classroom.
$1,500
Total Investment
(including all course materials)
Remote Learning,
Redefined
Live, synchronous classes give you the ability to join from anywhere with the benefits of live teaching and classroom
collaboration.
Dates
Mondays beginning October 7
6-7:30 p.m. Eastern Time
A ceremony awarding each participant a Haslam College of Business certificate of achievement in franchising will take place at the end of the course.
Franchise Certification
Testimonials
Clement Troutman
Clement Troutman, with Tropical Smoothie, is a franchisee guest speaker sharing his expertise and knowledge about his experience with the world of franchise.
Rob Wynkoop
Rob Wynkoop is a past student who shares his experience in the franchise certification program and how it has impacted his life and career.
Sharon Strange
Sharon Strange is a past student who shares her experience in the franchise certification program and how it has impacted her life and career.
Sharon Strange
Sharon Strange is a past student who shares her experience in the franchise certification program and how it has impacted her life and career.
Andrea Riley
Andrea Riley is a past student who shares her experience in the franchise certification program and how it has impacted her life and career.
Robert Wynkoop
Robert Wynkoop is a past student who shares his experience in the franchise certification program and how it has impacted his life and career.
Ready to level up?
Get started and learn what it takes to have a successful franchise.
Contact our franchise team for more information.