INT 124 - Decorating as a Business

Course Description

This overview of operating a small decorating business will inform and guide new or aspiring decorators who have little or no experience operating a small business. Review areas of employment in the decorating field, qualities that contribute to success as a self-employed decorator, marketing basics, gaining practical experience, and remaining motivated. Also discuss client relations, your own goals and how to achieve them.

Course Details

Course Learning Outcomes

Upon  completion of the  course, successful students will be able to:

• Communicate effectively with clients
• Begin to build relationships with decorating industry suppliers
• Define project flow and interior design/decorating business structure
• Apply billing and business structure within the decorating field

Applies Towards the Following Program(s)

• Certificate in Visual Design : Optional Courses
• Certificate in Visual Design specializing in Art Theory and Practice : Optional Courses
• Certificate in Visual Design specializing in Interior Design : Optional Interior Design Courses