Central Oregon Community College's Small Business Development Center (SBDC) is now accepting applications for its Small Business Management Program. This nine-month, interactive program offers a unique combination of one-on-one business advising and practical instruction. Limited to 20 participants, the program meets once a month for three hours of class time and includes ongoing one-on-one consultations. The curriculum covers goals, strategy, operations, marketing, and management, helping business owners develop a plan for growth, expansion, sale, or exit. The cost is $999, with scholarships available for eligible businesses. Applicants must have been in operation for at least a year and have one full-time employee besides the owner. For more information and to apply, contact the SBDC at 541-383-7290 or sbdc@.