Business, Management and Administration

BUSINESS, MANAGEMENT, AND ADMINISTRATION PATHWAY

Introduction to Business “ACC”

• Elective: 9, 10, 11, 12

• Length of Course: One trimester

This course is designed to introduce students to the exciting world of business. Areas of interest will include types of businesses, how businesses make money, how businesses interact with their community and other businesses, and what it takes to be a successful businessperson. Upon completion of this course you will be issued a Tech Prep certificate if you meet Tech Prep requirements. This will allow you to bypass certain classes at St. Cloud Technical and Community College.

Personal Finance “ACC”

• Required: Class of 2028 & Beyond to be taken in 10,11,12th grades

• Elective: 10, 11, 12

• Length of Course: One trimester

“Who wants to be a millionaire?” Learn how in this class by applying practical personal finance procedures. Areas covered are as follows: careers, gross and net pay, budgeting, preparing income tax returns, checking and banking services, various investments, insurance needs and coverage, using credit and consumer loans. 

Accounting “ACC”

• Elective: 9, 10, 11, 12

• Length of Course: One trimester

Accounting is the language of business! If you are thinking of any business major in college, this class is a must! This course is designed for the college/community college/business school stu-dent and anyone interested in running their own business. In this course you will develop an understanding of the basic principles of the accounting cycle, working with accounting procedures that are used in the workplace today. You will also learn about the wide variety of careers available to someone with an accounting background.

Entrepreneurship

• Elective: 10, 11, 12

• Offered: One trimester

If you’ve ever thought of having your own construction company, day care center, hair and nail salon, or dental office, this class will help you learn what is needed. You will learn how to figure out how much money is needed to start your business and where it might come from. You’ll learn about planning, government help and requirements, taxes, and necessary reports and data to make your business successful. What is the best way to motivate people so that your business can grow and be successful? How do you find and hire great employees? This class examines the functions of managers in making a business successful. You’ll also be introduced to human resource issues.

Sales and Marketing

• Elective: 10, 11, 12

• Length of Course: One trimester

What makes an ad “good”? Do you want to become a successful salesperson? How can you figure out what consumers want and if they will buy your new product or service? In this class we will explore these topics and also investigate methods for setting the right price, and determining the right promotion strategies.

Business Law 1 (Criminal, Civil Law & Contract Law)

• Elective: 10, 11, 12

• Length of Course: One trimester

“Ignorance of the law is no excuse.” Know your rights and responsibilities in everyday business transactions. Law enforcement and court procedures are studied through participation in mock trial. We will study the law of crimes and torts (criminal and civil law).  We will also study contract law.  Every year you make hundreds of business contracts without even knowing it! You are bound by these contracts whether you know the law or not. In this class you will find out how people and businesses rely on these contracts every day. You will also find out what rights you have as a minor and how to protect your-self. This course may include a courtroom observation field trip.

WORK BASED LEARNING

Work Experience/Employment Skills

• Grade 11, 12

• (up to 9 Credits)

• (Class: 1 Credit per trimester, Job: 2 Credits per trimester)

This program is for students who are interested in developing employment skills. You will study and discuss a variety of topics with others in the class. Topics studied center around workplace practices such as: getting, holding and terminating employment: job promotions, career planning, problem solving, team work, work safety, and job shadowing. You will also seek employment in a part time job. This is done through a business agreement with a local employer. Discussion and projects in class will draw from work experience.