Ever wonder how Bill Gates or Elon Musk got started in business? After completing this introduction to Business course, you can identify some of the qualities of entrepreneurs, and the different ways businesses are organized and operated. This course is designed to provide a foundation of general business concepts including: accounting, business law, marketing, and economic systems. The course further develops workplace terminology and provides an overview of business in social, economic, and political environments. The importance of business etiquette and ethics is also covered, including a study of international cultures. Student opportunities include simulations, projects, case studies, and cooperative learning. This course is designed as a freshman level course but can be taken by all students. It is the perfect elective course leading into every career pathway.

Open to 9-10-11-12 

Credit: 0.5 ELC 

Format: Traditional

Prerequisite: None