Business

4524 ACCOUNTING FUNDAMENTALS

2 SEMESTERS 2 CREDITS

Grades 10,11,12

Prerequisite: None

It is highly recommended that 10th grade students have a grade point average of “C” or better.

COURSE DESCRIPTION: This course introduces the language of business using Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and procedures for proprietorships and partnerships using double-entry accounting. Emphasis is placed on accounting principles as they relate to both manual and automated financial systems. This course involves understanding, analyzing, and recording business transactions and preparing, analyzing, and interpreting financial reports as a basis for decision making.

Counts as a Directed Elective or Elective for all diplomas

5253 COMPUTER SCIENCE III: Cybersecurity Capstone

2 SEMESTERS 2 CREDITS

Grades 11,12

Prerequisite: Computer Science I

COURSE DESCRIPTION: Computer Science III: Cybersecurity introduces the secure software development process including designing secure applications, writing secure code designed to withstand various 69 Indiana Department of Education High School Course Titles and Descriptions types of attacks, and security testing and auditing. It focuses on the security issues a developer faces, common security vulnerabilities and flaws, and security threats. The course explains security principles, strategies, coding techniques, and tools that can help make software fault tolerant and resistant to attacks. Students will write and analyze code that demonstrates specific security development techniques. Students will also learn about cryptography as an indispensable resource for implementing security in real-world applications. Students will learn the foundations of cryptography using simple mathematical probability. Information theory, computational complexity, number theory, and algebraic approaches will be covered. Schools may use the PLTW curriculum to meet the standards for this course. Schools using the curriculum and are part of the Project Lead the Way network must follow all training and data collection requirements.

Counts as a Directed Elective or Elective for all diplomas
Fulfills a science course requirement for all diplomas
Qualifies as a quantitative reasoning course

4528 DIGITAL APPLICATIONS AND RESPONSIBILITY

1 SEMESTER 1 CREDIT

Grades 9,10,11,12

Prerequisite: None

COURSE DESCRIPTION: Digital Applications and Responsibility prepares students to use technology in an effective and appropriate manner in school, in a job, or everyday life. Students develop skills related to work processing, spreadsheets, presentations, and communications software. Students learn what it means to be a good digital citizen and how to use technology, including social media, responsibly. Students expand their knowledge of how to use digital devices and software to build decision-making and problem-solving skills. Students may be provided with the opportunity to seek industry-recognized digital literacy certification.

Counts as a Directed Elective or Elective for all diplomas

5966 ENTREPRENEURSHIP AND NEW VENTURES CAPSTONE

2 SEMESTERS 2 CREDITS

Grades 11,12

Required Prerequisite: 4 Credits from: Introduction to Accounting, Introduction to Business, Principles of Business Management, Business Law and Ethics

COURSE DESCRIPTION: Entrepreneurship is a specialized business course designed to enable students to acquire the knowledge and develop the skills needed to effectively organize, develop, create, and manage their own business. Topics addressed include the assessment of entrepreneurial skills, the importance of business ethics, and the role of entrepreneurs in a free enterprise system. Students will develop a written business plan for a business of their choice.

Counts as a Directed Elective or Elective for all diplomas

7180 Information Technology Fundamentals Available 2023-24 Information Technology Operations Pathway - Level 2 Course

2 SEMESTERS 2 CREDITS

Grades 10,11,12

Prerequisite: Principles of Computing

COURSE DESCRIPTION: Information Technology Fundamentals provides the necessary competencies required for an entry-level Information Technology professional. Students will have the knowledge required to assemble components based on customer requirements, install, configure and maintain devices/software for end users, understand the basics of networking and security, properly and safely diagnose, resolve and document common hardware and software issues while applying troubleshooting skills. Students will also learn appropriate customer support, understand the basics of virtualization, desktop imaging, and deployment. This course should also prepare students for the CompTia A+ Certification Exam.

Counts as a Directed Elective or Elective for all diplomas

4518 INTRO TO BUSINESS

1 SEMESTER 1 CREDIT

Grades 9, 10

Prerequisite: None

COURSE DESCRIPTION: Introduction to Business provides the framework for all future business courses. This core course acquaints students with entrepreneurship, management, marketing, and business management. The importance and application of business business etiquette, communication, and ethics are included.

Counts as a Directed Elective or Elective for all diplomas

7143 MANAGEMENT FUNDAMENTALS

Business Managment and Administration Pathway - Level 2 Course SY 23-24

2 SEMESTERS 2 CREDITS

Grades 10,11,12

Prerequisite: None

It is highly recommended that 10th grade students have a grade point average of “C” or better.

COURSE DESCRIPTION: Management Fundamentals describes the functions of managers, including the management of activities and personnel. Describes the judicial system and the nature and sources of law affecting business. Studies contracts, sales contracts with emphasis on Uniform Commercial Code Applications, remedies for breach of contract and tort liabilities. Examines legal aspects of property ownership, structures of business ownership, and agency relationships.

Counts as a Directed Elective or Elective for all diplomas

5914 MARKETING FUNDAMENTALS Marketing and Sales Pathway - Level 2 Course SY 23-24

2 SEMESTERS 2 CREDITS

Grades 10,11,12

Prerequisite: SY 23-24 Principles of Marketing

COURSE DESCRIPTION: Marketing Fundamentals provides a basic introduction to the scope and importance of marketing in the global economy. Emphasis is placed on oral and written communications, mathematical applications, problem solving, and critical thinking skills as they relate to advertising/promotion/selling, distribution, financing, marketing-information management, pricing, and product/service management.

Counts as a Directed Elective or Elective for all diplomas

7181 Networking and Cybersecurity Operations Available 2024-25 Information Technology Operations Pathway - Level 3 Course

2 SEMESTERS 2 CREDITS

Grades 9,10,11,12

Prerequisite: Principles of Computing

COURSE DESCRIPTION: Advanced Information Technology will provide students with the fundamental concepts in networking and cybersecurity. Students are introduced to the principles and concepts of computer networking, covering the architecture, components, and operations of routers and switches in a small network. Students learn how to configure a router and a switch for basic functionality. Students will be able to troubleshoot routers and switches and resolve common issues. The students will also explore the field of Cyber Security/Information Assurance focusing on the technical and managerial aspects of the discipline. Students will be introduced to the basic terminology, concepts, and best practices of computer/network security and the roles and responsibilities of management/security personnel. The students will learn the technologies used and techniques involved in creating a secure computer networking environment including authentication and the types of attacks against an organization.

Counts as a Directed Elective or Elective for all diplomas

4540 PERSONAL FINANCIAL RESPONSIBILITY

1 SEMESTER 1 CREDIT

Grades 9,10,11,12

Prerequisite: None

COURSE DESCRIPTION: Personal Financial Responsibility is a business course that focuses on preparing students to become financially responsible consumers, producers, entrepreneurs, and citizens. Topics will include money management, budgeting, spending, the wise use of credit, saving and investing, insurance, and taxes. Students will learn the financial concepts and principles that provide a basis for avoiding financial pitfalls.

Counts as a Directed Elective or Elective for all diplomas
Qualifies as a quantitative reasoning course

4562 PRINCIPLES OF BUSINESS MANAGEMENT Marketing & Sales Pathway - Level 1 Course; Business Management & Administration - Level 1 Course

2 SEMESTERS 2 CREDITS

Grades 9, 10, 11,12

Recommended Prerequisite: Introduction to Business

COURSE DESCRIPTION: Principles of Business Management examines business ownership, organization principles and problems, management, control facilities, administration, financial management, and development practices of business enterprises. This course will also emphasize the identification and practice of the appropriate use of technology to communicate and solve business problems and aid in decision making. Attention will be given to developing business communication, problem-solving, and decision-making skills using spreadsheets, word processing, data management, and presentation software.

Counts as a Directed Elective or Elective for all diplomas

7183 Principles of Computing New 2022-23 Information Technology Operations Pathway - Level 1 Course

2 SEMESTERS 2 CREDITS

Grades 9,10,11,12

Prerequisite: None

COURSE DESCRIPTION: Principles of Computing provides students the opportunity to explore how computers can be used in a wide variety of settings. The course will begin by exploring trends of computing and the necessary skills to implement information systems. Topics include operating systems, database technology, cybersecurity, cloud implementations and other concepts associated with applying the principles of good information management to the organization. Students will also have the opportunity to utilize basic programming skills to develop scripts designed to solve problems. Students will learn about algorithms, logic development and flowcharting.

Counts as a Directed Elective or Elective for all diplomas
Fulfills a Core 40 Science requirement for all diplomas

7351 Topics in Computer Science

Information Technology Operations Pathway - Level 2 Course

1 SEMESTER 1 CREDIT

Grades 10-12

Required Prerequisite: Principles in Computing

COURSE DESCRIPTION: Topics in Computer Science is designed for students to investigate emerging disciplines within the field of computer science. Students will use foundational knowledge from 7183 Principles of Computing to study the areas of data science, artificial intelligence, app/game development, and security. Students will utilize knowledge related to these areas and programming skills to develop solutions to authentic problema

Counts as a Directed Elective or Elective for all diplomas

4574 WEB DESIGN

1 SEMESTER 1 CREDIT

Grades 10-12

Recommended Prerequisite: Digital Application and Responsibility

COURSE DESCRIPTION: A business course that provides instruction in the principles of web design using HTML/XHTML and current/emerging software programs. Areas of instruction include audience analysis, hierarchy layout and design techniques, software integration and publishing. Instructional strategies should include peer teaching, collaborative instruction, project-based learning activities and school and community projects.

Counts as a Directed Elective or Elective for all diplomas