Interior Design and Decorating 30

(a)	Research the types of business opportunities available in interior design and decorating.
(b)	Explore related business opportunities in other sectors such as production design, exhibition design, visual merchandising, set decorating, retail store interior design coordination and kitchen design.
(c)	Investigate the advantages and disadvantages of different business ownership models, including sole proprietorship, partnerships and private corporations.
(d)	Research the requirements (e.g., registering business name, collecting and remitting taxes, licensing, zoning) for establishing a small business in one’s community.
(e)	Research the importance of sustainable business practices such as providing quality customer service, following environmental guidelines and employing qualified and certified personnel.
(f)	Outline an entry level business plan that may include start-up costs, location, customer base, advertising and an exit plan.
(g)	Research duties and rights of workers and employees as they relate to The Saskatchewan Employment Act and The Occupational Health and Safety Regulations.