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The High School business-based courses are dynamic hands-on experiences that give students a real taste of the world of business.
(18 weeks, 1 credit)
This first-year course will provide students considering careers in the fields of Marketing, Business Administration, Finance, and Accounting with a firm foundation in accounting concepts. Students will learn the language of business, how to record, analyze, interpret, and report financial transactions for a sole proprietor or partnership. Course content will be combined with technology to provide real life experience through the use of Excel.
(18 weeks, 1 credit)
This course is designed to strengthen the skills necessary for students seeking a college degree in business. Students learn about payroll, including commissions, depreciation of plant assets, and other transactions. Students will also learn how to interpret reports and records of a business. Advanced principles of computerized accounting will be used. Prerequisite: Accounting 1, C or better.
(9 weeks, .5 credit)
This course is designed for students who are planning on, or may be interested in, any business major in college. It provides a foundation in business management for all college business coursework. Course topics include the environment of business, ethical business issues, types of business ownership, and the impact of business management on production, marketing, financial management, human resources and other management responsibilities.
(18 weeks, 1 credit)
Business Today is an introductory course that is beneficial to all students interested in learning more about their role as consumers, workers, and citizens. This course is strongly recommended for all students considering a business career. Course topics include banking, insurance, business management, career exploration, credit, and more.
5660 Consumer Law & Business Ethics
(9 weeks, .5 credit)
This course presents the principles of law that govern the activities of individuals and business. Students will learn the legal rights of consumers, as well as the legal obligations of businesses. Topics include contract law, employment rights and duties, and consumer protection. This course is valuable to both business and non-business students.
5661 Marketing & Advertising Fundamentals
(9 weeks, .5 credit)
This highly interactive, hands-on course provides an overview of marketing in modern organizations. Students will learn basic concepts such as advertising, brand recognition, pricing, and competitive selling techniques. Students will be exposed to the terms, concepts, and frameworks used by practicing marketing managers and will have an opportunity to use newly acquired skills in developing and marketing an innovative product. This course provides an awareness of career opportunities and improves personal consumer knowledge.
5667 Sports & Entertainment Marketing
(9 weeks, .5 credit)
Students will learn how businesses spark interest and gain profits from millions of consumers. Topics build upon introductory concepts covered in the Marketing and Advertising course and include sponsorships, licensing, event marketing, endorsements, TV commercials, and more. Computer simulations will help to expand knowledge beyond the traditional classroom setting. Topics covered will include amateur and professional sports teams, the business of entertainment, and special events. Prerequisite: Marketing & Advertising Fundamentals, C or better.
(9 weeks, .5 credit)
This practical course allows students the opportunity to evaluate how current decisions impact our long range financial success. Topics covered include strategies for money management, how to properly budget and save money, preparing income taxes and the necessary skills needed to invest successfully. Students learn about identity theft, credit card debt, funding a college education, their first car, and home ownership all while maintaining a quality credit standing. This course provides 10th – 12th grade students with a solid foundation for making well informed, personal financial decisions leading them towards the goal of financial independence.
(9 weeks, .5 credit)
This course introduces students to the growing world of digital media and commerce. Students will integrate marketing and media design elements in a variety of software and online applications. Students will gain a fundamental understanding of the desktop publishing field using industry standard software, Adobe Creative Suite. Course activities include designing print media, multimedia communications and applying digital marketing concepts to social media platforms including Snapchat, Instagram and other online applications. Prerequisite: Marketing and Advertising Fundamentals, C or better.
(9 weeks, .5 credit)
In this future ready course students will experience the benefits and risks of self-employment and develop a specific competence in starting a small business. Innovative content will allow students the latitude to explore interests using 21st century skills, personalized learning and collaborative activities.