The Entrepreneurship Program of Study focuses on occupational and educational opportunities associated with planning, launching, directing, and coordinating public or private sector ventures. This program of study includes formulating policies, launching businesses or organizations, managing daily operations, analyzing management structures, and planning for the use of materials and human resources.
Recommended Course Sequence:
Principles of Business, Marketing, and Finance
Business Communication and Technologies
Practicum in Entrepreneurship
Work-Based Learning opportunities may include:
Job Shadow - spend a day or more observing professionals in different entrepreneurial roles
Competitions - while not direct work experiences, participating in DECA competitions can involve development of practical skills and simulated real-world scenarios (ex: Business Growth Plan, Entrepreneurship Team Decision Making)
Field Trips and Guest Speakers - gain understanding of a variety of career paths and insight into the industry from professionals
While not applicable to Program of Study completion, students are advised to consider these course opportunities to strengthen preparation:
AP or IB:
AP Statistics
IB Mathematics: Analysis and Approaches
Dual Credit:
BUSI 1301 Business Principles
BUS 2301 Business Law
MATH 1314 College Algebra
MATH 1332 Contemporary Mathematics
MATH 1342 Elementary Statistics
IBUS 1305 Intro to International Business & Trade