BINGHAMTON, NY -- The Binghamton University Small Business Development Center (SBDC) will offer a small business start-up training program at 222 Water St. in downtown Binghamton.

Over three consecutive Wednesdays, Oct. 7, 14 and 21, participants will learn from professionals, the basics of owning a business, including how to develop a business plan, understanding and developing financial statements, and more. Classes will run from 9 a.m.-4:30 p.m. each day. For more information, visit: www.binghamton.edu/sbdc/services/startup.html.

The cost of the program is $75, payable to The Research Foundation of SUNY, Small Business Development Center, Binghamton University, PO Box 6000, Binghamton, New York 13902. For a class program and to enroll, contact the Small Business Development Center at (607) 777-4024, or e-mail sbdc@binghamton.edu. Class size is limited.