Alan Beveridge

Faculty - OYO

Business

Office: BP 43A - Room: BP6B

480-461-7871

602-740-7959 (mobile)

Office Hours

Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
10:30 AM - 2:30 PM
9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
10:30 AM - 2:30 PM
9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
    
Online
    
By appointment

Classes Taught

Fall 2026

EPS150 Introduction to Entrepreneurship 3 Credits

Overview of entrepreneurship. Includes the entrepreneurial process and the skills required to be successful, including starting, planning, financing, marketing, and managing a business. Prerequisites: None.

Section Location Delivery Dates Days Times Availability
15212
Online (On Your Time)
Lecture
08/24/2026 – 10/16/2026

Closed

Notes: This is an Online class that does not meet at specific class times. Students are required to have access to a computer or mobile device, and Internet access, unless otherwise specified. Before enrolling in their first online class at MCC, students need to view the online orientation and complete the readiness survey on https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information.

MGT253 Owning and Operating a Small Business 3 Credits

Starting, organizing, and operating a small business, including location, finance management processes, advertisement and promotion, credit, inventory control and ethics. Prerequisites: None.

Section Location Delivery Dates Days Times Availability
15163
Dobson Campus

BP 2S

In-Person
Lecture
08/24/2026 – 12/18/2026
MoWe
9:00 AM – 10:15 AM

Class Started

17844
Dobson Campus

BP 2S

Hybrid In-Person
Lecture
08/25/2026 – 12/18/2026
Tu
1:30 PM – 2:45 PM

Class Started

Notes: Hybrid classes include face-to-face format on campus at the time listed in the class schedule. The other part will be held online either without a set time to attend or a Live Online session. Students enrolling in a hybrid class acknowledge they already possess the skills described in the Minimum Computer and Technology Requirements at https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information.

16990
Online (On Your Time)
Lecture
08/24/2026 – 10/16/2026

Class Started

Notes: This is an Online class that does not meet at specific class times. Students are required to have access to a computer or mobile device, and Internet access, unless otherwise specified. Before enrolling in their first online class at MCC, students need to view the online orientation and complete the readiness survey on https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information.

SBS290AA Developing a Practical Small Business Plan 0.5 Credits

Practical techniques for developing, writing, and implementing a business plan. Designed for the small business owner or manager. Prerequisites: None.

Section Location Delivery Dates Days Times Availability
16428
Online (On Your Time)
Lecture
Open Entry / Open Exit
08/24/2026 – 10/16/2026

Open

7 of 25
Seats Available

Notes: This is an Online class that does not meet at specific class times. Students are required to have access to a computer or mobile device, and Internet access, unless otherwise specified. Before enrolling in their first online class at MCC, students need to view the online orientation and complete the readiness survey on https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information.

Class 16428 Students will have 8 weeks from their start date to complete the class. OEE students may work at the open labs at Southern & Dobson and Red Mountain. OEE students must have the appropriate software to complete assignments at home and in the labs. Go to www.mesacc.edu/elearning for additional information.

Low-Textbook-Cost Class: The total cost of the required materials for this course is $40 or less.

Fall Flex Start 2026

EPS160 New Venture Creation 2 Credits

Process of starting a new venture including evaluating specific business opportunities identifying financing alternatives, and defining start-up issues. Prerequisites: None.

Section Location Delivery Dates Days Times Availability
16547
Online (On Your Time)
Lecture
10/19/2026 – 12/18/2026

Open

3 of 30
Seats Available

Notes: This is an Online class that does not meet at specific class times. Students are required to have access to a computer or mobile device, and Internet access, unless otherwise specified. Before enrolling in their first online class at MCC, students need to view the online orientation and complete the readiness survey on https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information.

GBS151 Introduction to Business 3 Credits

Characteristics and activities of current local, national, and international business. An overview of economics, marketing, management and finance. Prerequisites: None.

Section Location Delivery Dates Days Times Availability
16100
Online (On Your Time)
Lecture
10/19/2026 – 12/18/2026

Closed

Notes: This is an Online class that does not meet at specific class times. Students are required to have access to a computer or mobile device, and Internet access, unless otherwise specified. Before enrolling in their first online class at MCC, students need to view the online orientation and complete the readiness survey on https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information.

34172
Online (On Your Time)
Lecture
10/19/2026 – 12/18/2026

Closed

Notes: This is an Online class that does not meet at specific class times. Students are required to have access to a computer or mobile device, and Internet access, unless otherwise specified. Before enrolling in their first online class at MCC, students need to view the online orientation and complete the readiness survey on https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information.

SBS200 Small Business Operations 2 Credits

In-depth analysis of and preparation for the day-to-day problems encountered in the operation of a small business. Includes the development of a preliminary plan including finance, purchasing, production scheduling, maintenance, shipping/receiving, and risk management requirements. Investigation of daily problems related to ongoing business operations. Prerequisites: None.

Section Location Delivery Dates Days Times Availability
16546
Online (On Your Time)
Lecture
10/19/2026 – 12/18/2026

Closed

Notes: This is an Online class that does not meet at specific class times. Students are required to have access to a computer or mobile device, and Internet access, unless otherwise specified. Before enrolling in their first online class at MCC, students need to view the online orientation and complete the readiness survey on https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information.

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