As computers and the Internet continue to change the way people do business, companies must ensure that their personnel have the advanced training necessary to stay ahead. Individuals must also have the necessary training crucial to their professional growth.

New Horizons Computer Learning Centres, Inc. is the largest computer training company in the world, meeting the needs of more than three million students each year. New Horizons offers a variety of flexible computer training choices: instructor-led classes, Web-based training, computer-based training via CD-ROM, computer labs, certification exam preparation tools and much more.

As a New Horizons franchise owner you will have the opportunity to tap into the exciting sector of computer training, an industry analysts expect to grow from $23 billion in 2001 to nearly $39 billion by 2006. With our time-tested sales model and unsurpassed training and support systems, our franchise owners have found that the New Horizons business model works! It works so well, in fact, we were recognized in 2001 as one of the Top 100 Hot Growth Companies by Business Week Magazine. We invite you to join in our success!

Background
Company established:1982
First franchise established:1992
Number of domestic outlets:137 US franchise locations
27 US corporate owned locations
Number of international outlets:119

Seeking franchisees in:
USA:Many states
International:Many countries

Master licence offered:
Exclusive territory and development rights, mutually agreed upon prior to the signing of the Master Franchise Agreement. An initial franchise fee is required to acquire the Master Franchise rights to the territory. The initial franchise fee is formulated according to the development potential of the territory and therefore varies. Single Unit franchises are also available in many international markets.

Franchise/financial agreement:
Initial franchise fee: $75,000 - $1,000,000
Ongoing royalty fees: 6%
Ongoing marketing fees: 1%
Start-up investment (minimum): Varies
Typical working capital: Varies
Contract period: 10 years

As the recognized leader in computer training, we understand the importance of training our franchise owners to run successful learning centres. We know that by helping you achieve dominance in your market, we will continue to lead our industry.

You will be provided with an intensive two-week training course covering everything from daily operations to management and marketing strategies. Once your training centre is open, we continue providing assistance through our international regional offices in Amsterdam and Singapore, and our worldwide headquarters in the United States. Our Regional Vice Presidents, Directors of Franchise Support, Regional Managers and Field Specialists are dedicated to your success, offering you continual operational support.

In addition to ongoing training for owners and staff you also will receive the power of our vast Extranet system, a wealth of sales, marketing and promotional materials, and an extensive library of courseware and other resources. With ongoing support and the necessary tools at your disposal, New Horizons offers you every opportunity to succeed!