The Small Business Administration Georgia District Office is taking applications for its fourth management training class for small businesses under its Emerging 200 program.

The executive-level training program has been expanded to all areas of Atlanta, with the goal being to help promising small businesses step up  to the next level.

Small business owners or other company executives who participate produce a three-year strategic plan with performance targets as part of their curriculum. Businesses must develop growth strategies, explore financing, and diversify their markets.  The eight-month program is free of charge to participants.

Eligible companies should have been in business for at least three years, have annual revenues of at least $400,000, and be located within the city limits of Atlanta.

Interested businesses can obtain more information by contacting Dorothy Fletcher at 404-331-0100 (extension 305) or Vianna Harrison (extension 607).