Introduction to Business (Gr. 9-10) 1 semester 2206
This core introductory course provides the framework for all future business courses. Students learn a variety of concepts: entrepreneurship, money and financial management, marketing, ethical standards, economics, communications, technology, management, personal finance, global economies, buying goods and services, consumer rights and responsibilities, credit, budgeting, banking and banking services, principles of saving and investing, insurance and risk management, business and personal law, taxes, the role of government, and leadership skills. This course benefits students in all career clusters. Projects and activities include an online stock research game, online applications of major concepts, simulations, and investigation of various business careers. Critical thinking skills are applied to all concepts and understandings. (4518)
Preparing for College & Careers (Gr. 9-11) 1 semester 2006
This course addresses the knowledge, skills, and behaviors all students need to prepare for success in college, career, and life. The focus is the impact of today’s choices on tomorrow’s possibilities. Topics include 21st Century life and career skills, higher order thinking, communication, leadership and management processes, exploration of personal aptitudes, interests, values, and goals, examining multiple life roles and responsibilities as individuals and family members, planning and building employability skills, transferring school skills to life and work, and managing personal resources. (5394)
Computer Science I (Gr. 9-12) 2 semesters 2521/2522
Introduces the structured techniques necessary for efficient solution of business – related computer programming logic problems and coding solutions into a high – level language. The fundamental concepts of programming are provided through explanations and effects of commands and hands – on utilization of lab equipment to produce correct and accurate outputs. Topics include program flowcharting, pseudo coding, and hierarchy charts as a means of solving problems. The course covers creating file layouts, print charts, program narratives, user documentation and system flowcharts for business problems, algorithm development and review, flowcharting, input/output techniques, looping, modules, selection structures, file handling, and control breaks and offers students an opportunity to apply skills in a laboratory environment. (4801)
Note: Counts as a quantitative reasoning course
