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Academy of Learning
Five Bank St., # 202
Attleboro, MA 02703
800#:
Tel: (508) 222-0000
Fax: (508) 222-0005
E-Mail:
Web Site: www.academyol.com
Contact: Mr. Jeffrey A. Goldwasser, U. S. Director of Operations
Computer training centers, utilizing unique 'Integrated Learning System.' This self-paced, flex-time system uses audio instruction, workbooks and PCs with full individual supervision.
Franchisor Background
| Established: |
1987; |
First Franchise: |
1987 |
| Franchise Units: |
154 |
| Company-Owned Units: |
3 |
| Total Units: |
157 |
Distribution:
U.S. -- 7;
Canada -- 140;
International -- 10
> North America -- Operations in 3 States, 9 Provinces
> States/Provinces with Greatest Density: 50 in ON, 16 in BC, 9 in AB
|
| Projected New Units Over Next 12 months: 50 |
| Franchisee Qualifications: 4, 4, 3, 4, 2, 5
(for an explanation
click here) |
| Registered in Following Registration States: NY,RI,AB |
| Average Number of Employees: 5 FT, 2 PT (FT = Full Time, PT = Part Time) |
| Space Needs: 3,000 SF; Other
(for abbreviations click here) |
Financial Requirements
| Cash Investment: |
$100K |
|
| Total Investment: |
$200-300K; |
|
Average Total Investment: |
$250K |
|
| Minimum Net Worth: |
$200K |
|
| Fees: |
Franchise: |
$30K; |
Average Franchise Fee: |
$30K |
|
Royalty: |
0% |
|
Advertising: |
$400/Mo. |
| Provide Earning Claim Statement: No
|
Terms of Contract
| Term of Contract (Years): |
10/10 |
| Passive Ownership: |
Not Allowed |
| Encourage Conversions: |
Yes |
| Area Development Agreements: |
Yes |
| Sub-Franchising Contracts: |
No |
| Expand In Territory: |
Yes |
Franchisor Support and Training Provided
| Financial Assistance: |
No (D = Direct; I = Indirect; B = Both) |
| Site Selection Assistance: |
Yes |
| Lease Negotiation Assistance: |
Yes |
| Cooperative Advertising: |
Yes |
| Franchisee Assoc. / Member: |
Yes/Yes |
| Size Of Corporate Staff: |
30 |
| On-Going Support: |
C,D,E,G,h,I
(for an explanation click
here) |
| Training: |
2 Weeks Training Center; 2 Days Head Office; 1 Week On-Site. |
Franchisor's Specific Expansion Plans
| U.S.: |
Northeast |
| Canada: |
All Canada |
| Overseas: |
All Countries |
Note: NR = No Response by Franchisor.
For a sample questionnaire click here.