New: The Business Network I (SCM), The Business Network II (SCM), The Business Network III (SCM)

Business Computer Applications 

This half-year course will expose the student to the basic and advanced features of Microsoft Office and its use as a tool in problem solving, record keeping and presentation throughout the business environment. Students will learn through hands on business related projects integrating Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access and Outlook. 

Intro to Marketing and/or Management

This course will introduce students to the processes and functions involved in transferring business products or services to the consumer. Marketing exists within an environment of rapidly evolving technology, interdependent nations and their economies, increasing demands for ethical and social responsibility, and constant change. The management course will expose students to the process of using organizational resources effectively and efficiently to achieve organizational goals through planning, organizing, leading/directing, and evaluating/controlling. Students will learn various management theories, basic management functions and their interrelationships, and the organization and competitive niche of a business. 

Stock Market Analysis and Personal Finance 

Students are introduced to the financial planning process and the components of a comprehensive financial plan. They learn how to prepare a financial plan that includes saving, investing, borrowing, risk management (insurance) and retirement estate planning. An integral part of this course will be participation in the nationally recognized Stock Market Game. Starting with virtual cash of $100,000, students strive to create the best-performing portfolio using a live trading simulation. They work together in teams, practicing leadership, organization, negotiation, and cooperation as they compete for the top spot. 

Accounting I

This course will provide the students with an introduction to accounting principles with emphasis on the business side of maintaining systematic records. Computer software programs will enhance students understanding of the general ledger, accounts payable and receivable, financial statements, bank reconciliations, and payroll. The student will be taught to use this software integrating realistic accounting data to generate spreadsheets and other information reports. Accounting professionals will be invited as speakers to supplement and reinforce classroom instruction, as well as expose the students to career opportunities in this field.

Senior Seminar/Capstone

This course is a research and project oriented course which will deepen students’ foundation of understanding in five areas which the business community values, but often finds lacking, in their young employees. The five areas are:  International Business  Investments  Non-Profit Organizations  Leadership  Communication By exploring these diverse topics more deeply than a typical high school course and by involving the students heavily in designing their own research, students will gain new perspectives on possible career and education paths within the global business environment.  

AP Economics (Recommended, not required)

This is an intensive college-level course in economic theory. AP Economics is designed to prepare students to successfully master concepts and techniques consistent with AP Macroeconomics and AP Microeconomics criteria. Course content includes basic analyses of the market economy, evaluation of stabilization policy, analysis of the firm and exposure to current topics of relevance to the U.S. and the global economy. Students are strongly encouraged to take the AP examination. Completion of a summer assignment is required. (NCAA) 

AP Statistics (Recommended, not required)

This is a college level course and the curriculum follows the established guidelines for the Advanced Placement Testing. The purpose of the Advanced Placement course in statistics is to introduce students to the major concepts and tools for collecting, analyzing, and drawing conclusions from data. Students are exposed to four broad conceptual themes: (1) Exploring Data: Observing patterns and departures from patterns, (2) Planning a Study: Deciding what and how to measure, (3) Anticipating Patterns: Producing models using probability and simulation and (4) Statistical Inference: Confirming models. Students taking AP Biology, Chemistry or Economics course would benefit from the AP Statistics course. A calculator with graphing capabilities such as a Texas Instruments model 83+ Silver is required for this course. Students are strongly encouraged to take the AP examination. The completion of a summer assignment is required. (NCAA) 

Business and Personal Law

This course focuses on consumer and contract law. Students will gain an understanding of their legal rights and responsibilities in our society. Special emphasis will be given to what makes a document a contract, how it is made, and how it is enforced. The role of law in the daily life of a free economic society and career opportunities in the legal profession will be explored. Case studies provide a realistic experience in applied law. 

Sports & Entertainment Marketing

Students will be exposed to the opportunities available in the marketing of sporting and entertainment events. This expanding career field is enjoying a consistent growth pattern, and comes from the increased availability of leisure-time activity and the availability of disposable income. Guest speakers and visits to sports and entertainment venues contribute significantly to student understanding of this dynamic profession. 

Entrepreneurship

This course will prepare students for small business ownership. This course defines and explores the prospects of Entrepreneurship. Opportunity recognition is the cornerstone of the entrepreneurship process. Students will engage in the creative process of blending their observations, market/consumer insight, invention, and adaptation, from which emerges both the identification of an unfilled desire of the marketplace and an idea for a service or product to meet the desire at an acceptable price. This course promotes critical thinking, ethical decision making, and cooperation, while identifying the importance of technology and the global marketplace.