(1 CREDIT) (MATH CREDIT)

(4 CHS CREDITS, SCCC, ACC 121)

Open to 11th & 12th graders

This course introduces current procedures of financial accounting and Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP). The course emphasizes the analysis of business transactions and the study of the accounting cycle. Topical areas in the course include accrual-based accounting concepts; internal controls; financial statement preparation; and accounting elements of a corporate business entity. An Excel-based software system is utilized to practice and complete many of the problems. Ethical accounting standards are embedded throughout the course materials.

(1 CREDIT) (ENGLISH 12 CREDIT)

(3 CHS CREDITS, SCCC, BUS 212)

Recommended for 12th graders

This course teaches the principles of effective communication in business, both written and oral. It focuses attention on the communication process including effective listening, writing, and speaking. Students analyze business letters, reports and memos for organization of ideas, conciseness and clarity. Students are required to write business letters and memos. A business report and oral presentation will also be completed. Students will create a professional portfolio including a cover letter and resume

(1 CREDIT) (3 CHS CREDITS, SCCC, BUS 127)

Open to 10 –12 graders

This course focuses on the role of computer applications in solving problems in a business environment. This class will provide an applied introduction to Microsoft business-oriented applications including Microsoft Word, PowerPoint with an emphasis on Microsoft Excel.

(1 CREDIT) (3 CHS CREDITS, SCCC, BUS 121)

Open to 11th & 12th graders

This course explores the foundations of business law as well as the application of business concepts in everyday life. It combines instruction with the use of various media and technology to explore real cases and support active learning. It covers topics such as contracts, criminal law, environmental law, family law and consumer protection. This is a required course for students enrolled in the Business Management CTE Program.

(1 CREDIT) (MATH CREDIT)

(3 CHS CREDITS, SCCC, BUS 113)

Open to 12th graders

This course emphasizes the concepts of mathematics as they apply to a wide-range of personal and commercial business problems. It reinforces basic math skills and its relevance to everyday applications. These skills include the ability to solve mathematical problems, analyze and interpret data, and apply sound decision-making skills in helping students fulfill their future roles as citizens, consumers, employees, employers, investors, and entrepreneurs. The topics covered include how to dissect and solve word problems; fractions, decimals; banking; percent's and their applications; trade and cash discounts; payroll; simple interest; compound interest and present value; installment buying; depreciation; and inventory and overhead.

(1/2 CREDIT)

Required for SED CTE approved programs.

This course is required by the NYS Education Department for any student pursuing a sequence in career and technical education. The emphasis is on business and economic systems, career planning, selection and success, and financial literacy.

(1/2—1 CREDIT EACH)

CEIP provides a link between school and possible career option. A student completing 54 hours will earn ½ credit and a student completing 108 hours will earn 1 credit towards a regent diploma. The program provides hands-on experience in a variety of career choices. Students prepare for the transition between high school and the choice of college or beginning of a career. All Federal and NYS child labor laws are strictly enforced. This course is recommended for at SCLA students regardless of their career pathway.

(1 CREDIT)

(3 CHS CREDITS, SCCC, CIS 221)

Open to 11 –12 graders.

This course provides students with an opportunity to increase their knowledge of Microsoft Office software applications including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Access. Students are expected to have a basic knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel. Students will have an opportunity to demonstrate their expertise in Word, PowerPoint, Excel and Access as defined by the industry standard Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS) certification.

(1/2 CREDIT)

Recommended for 9th and 10th graders

This course is designed to introduce students to computer applications using the Microsoft Office Suite 2013. Students will learn to create, format, and edit academic, personal and business documents using Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Access. Students will learn effective computer keyboarding techniques, use online resources to improve their keyboarding skills and learn computer safety techniques.

(1/2 CREDIT)

Open to 11th & 12th Grade

This course focuses on furthering student understanding about the key aspects of personal finance. The central goal of this course is to develop financial competency for post high school endeavors. Topics emphasized include decision making, credit, banking, investing, insurance, paying for college, budgeting, retirement, and tax planning. In this project based learning environment, students will demonstrate mastery of course content.

(1/2 CREDIT)

(3 CHS CREDITS, SCCC, MGT 127)

Open to 11th and 12th graders. This is a required course for students enrolled in both CTE approved programs

This course focuses on contemporary theory and practices relating to the management of people. Topics covered include meeting human resource challenges, managing work flows, conducting job analysis, understanding equal opportunity and the legal environment, managing diversity, recruiting/selecting employees, managing separations and downsizing, managing performance, and training. In addition, the course reviews managing compensation, rewarding performance, designing and administering benefits, developing employee relations, and managing discipline.

(1/2 CREDIT)

(3 CHS CREDITS, SCCC, BUS 135)

Open to 11th & 12th graders

This course focuses on the activities of multinational corporations including importing, exporting, trade relations, marketing, consumer behavior, competition and more. We explore the effects on the products we consume, foreign exchange, international career planning and more.

(1 CREDIT) (3 CHS CREDITS, SCCC, MGT 123)

Open to 10 –12 graders. This is a required course for students enrolled in the Business Management CTE Program.

This course includes all the activities associated with the marketing of Goods and services to consumers, as well as obtaining and selling products from manufacturers and suppliers from all over the world and selling these goods to people who will use them. This course will provide students with a systematic approach to starting and operating a business. Students successfully completing this course will have a solid foundation in entrepreneurial concepts that may be applied to entry level employment or enrich post-secondary study. This is a required course for students enrolled in the Business Management CTE.

(1 CREDIT)

Open to 11th & 12th graders

Sports and Entertainment Marketing is a unique and innovative course designed for students with an interest in the sports and entertainment industry. This course stresses the utilization of fundamental marketing concepts and will include an orientation to the sports and entertainment industry. Marketing strategies along with topics in sponsorship, pricing, marketing research, endorsements, and promotions will be part of this course. The course will develop critical thinking, decision making and communication skills through real world applications.

(1 CREDIT)

Strong interest in developing the yearbook

Have you ever been part of a team that accomplished the seemingly impossible? Would you like next year’s Patriot to be the best yearbook ever? Well, that won’t happen without your contribution! This course offers hands-on training in photography, copy writing, editing, page layout, and design. The course includes

extensive use of the computer to produce the yearbook in a “camera ready” format. Students will work with the financial advisor to sell advertisements and market the yearbook in school and in the community. Students interested in careers in journalism, advertising, business, or any type of communications will find this course to be rewarding and valuable. You have an opportunity to be part of a lifetime of memories when you join our staff.