Introduction:
Welcome to Business and Sports Marketing! This class will introduce you to many general marketing concepts that will come in handy both in the business world and everyday life. You will have the opportunity to try your hand at marketing.
Main Marketing Topics Covered in this Course:
· General Marketing Principles & Concepts
· Marketing Research
· Product Planning
· Pricing
· Sports Marketing
· Selling
· Publicity
· Advertising
· Marketing Careers
Instructional Techniques:
· Projects
· Discussion
· Guest Speakers
· Presentations
· Group Work
· Video/Audio Equipment
Required Materials:
· A pen or pencil
· A class folder
· Spiral notebook
Participation:
Each student will receive participation points each day. These points are earned by being in-class, being on-time and being on-task each day.
Computer Lab Rules:
· No food or beverages. Any food or beverages (including water) will be discarded.
· If the Internet Block is applied, bypassing the block will result in disciplinary action.
· You must work at your assigned computer.
· Do not change computer settings.
· Report any computer problems or vandalism at the start of class so you are not held responsible.
· Email, social network sites, computer games, music downloads and unauthorized web surfing are not allowed.
· Log off your computer before you leave
Course/Job Expectations:
· Appropriate business office behavior is expected in this class.
· Cell phones may not be used in class.
· Be in your assigned seat when the bell rings and remain in your seat until you are dismissed.
· Books must be put neatly away.
· Bring materials to class.
· Participate in learning activities.
· Treat others with respect.
· Gather your materials from classroom folder in the blue basket if you miss a class.
· Do not log onto the computers without the instructor’s permission.
· Take care of your personal needs during the passing time between classes.
Vandalism and Cheating
· Students are not to deface school property.
· Students who have been determined to have plagiarized or cheated will receive a zero for the assignment and will be asked to call their parents.
· All incidences of vandalism and cheating will be reported to the school administration.
Late Work:
In the business world late work is frowned upon and often unaccepted. The same rule applies to this class. Late work will only be accepted as per your student handbook. It is your responsibility to get the work in if you have missed class.