Nov 10, 2026  
2026-2027 Academic Calendar Mount Royal University 
    
2026-2027 Academic Calendar Mount Royal University

XMAT 25028 - Business of Massage Therapy


Credit(s): 0
Lecture Hour(s): 48
Lecture Hours Schedule Type: Lecture
Learn the organization and operational aspects of a massage therapy practice. Explore how to develop a business plan that includes feasibility, marketing, financial, and operational components. Delve into basic accounting principles for a service-based business and be introduced to the accounting cycle. Technical writing skills are examined and prepare you for effective business writing. Examine the differences between business models ‘contractor vs employee’ and ‘incorporation vs sole proprietorship’.