CTE: Business

“Two-for-One” Policy for Career and Technical Education “CTE” Courses – WAC 180-51-067

Students who take CTE-equivalent courses (see course description of qualifying courses) may satisfy two graduation requirements while earning credit for a single course; hence, “two-for-one.” The purpose of this policy is to create flexibility for students to choose more elective courses or to address other graduation requirements.

CTE-equivalent courses consist of two courses: one CTE, one academic. One of those courses is placed on the student’s transcript for credit. Students generally choose which course they want placed on the transcript, and this choice is driven by their High School and Beyond Plan. The second course will be “checked off” as a “met requirement.” The total number of credits the student needs to graduation will not change.

Successful Communication BUS145

Length: Semester CADR: No

Satisfies: .5 CTE or .5 Elective Open To: 9-12

Prerequisite: None Repeatable: No

People fear public speaking more than they fear death!  Students taking this course will explore personal strengths and weaknesses as they relate to career and educational exploration and development; be taught skills to overcome presentation anxiety; learn ways to select a topic, organize a speech and effectively present it. Students will also research and develop a Career Portfolio and participate in Mock Interviews. This class is an elective credit and does not count toward English credit for graduation requirements.

Intro to Marketing BUS151

Length: Semester CADR: No

Satisfies: .5 CTE or .5 Elective Open To: 9-12

Prerequisite: None Repeatable: No

This course is designed as an entry to the Business Operations Management Pathway. Key areas of focus include but are not limited to: marketing terms and concepts, economics, selling, promotion, communication/marketing management, and pricing. Students will complete a comprehensive final project. This class qualifies as a CTE Dual Credit course with Walla Walla Community College for the BUS 210 (5 credits) course.

Computer Apps I BUS151

Length: Semester CADR: No

Satisfies: .5 CTE or .5 Elective Open To: 9-12

Prerequisite: None Repeatable: No

Students will learn functions and shortcuts from Microsoft Windows, Word, PowerPoint, and Excel. Prepare the foundation for your future by learning how to use word processing, presentation, and spreadsheet. Improve your keyboarding rate and learn the 10 key numeric pad. Enhance projects with digital tools. Course is a combination of lecture and hands on typing skill development. Students in this class will be taught the knowledge and skills necessary to complete Microsoft Office certification. In this class, students can obtain a Microsoft Office Associate and Expert in Word, Excel, and PowerPoint certificate.

Computer Apps II BUS152

Length: Semester or Year-long CADR: No

Satisfies: .5 CTE or .5 Elective Open To: 9-12

Prerequisite: None Repeatable: No

Students will learn functions and shortcuts from Microsoft Windows, Word, PowerPoint, and Excel. Prepare the foundation for your future by learning how to use word processing, presentation, and spreadsheet. Improve your keyboarding rate and learn the 10 key numeric pad. Enhance projects with digital tools. Course is a combination of lecture and hands on typing skill development. Students in this class will be taught the knowledge and skills necessary to complete Microsoft Office certification.  In this class, students can obtain a Microsoft Office Associate and Expert in Word, Excel, and PowerPoint certificate.

Video Production I & II BUS153-154

Length: Semester CADR: No

Satisfies: .5 CTE and/or .5 Fine Arts or .5 Elective Open To: 10, 11, 12

Prerequisite: None Repeatable: No

Note: This course may meet the “Two-for-One” policy 

How do they do it? Why do people on posters look so cool? How come music stars have such captivating music videos that fit perfectly? If you are ready to learn and be challenged take Digital Production. This course is designed for students who have a desire to learn about the different forms of technology that are used by businesses and individuals to market and make advertisements. The class will have a heavy focus on using Adobe Premiere, a video editing program to create meaningful clips and videos. Students will be taught how to plan out an advertisement, film the various scenes and edit the film to create a valuable piece of media. There will be other elements of design and creative art taught using other Adobe digital products.  

School Store Operations I & II BUS201-202

Length: Year-Long CADR: No

Satisfies: 1.0 CTE or 1.0 Elective Open To: 10, 11, 12

Prerequisite: Successful Completion of Intro to Marketing Repeatable: Yes 

Students have the opportunity to operate a school-based retail store. Develop employable skills including operating a cash register, managing a store budget, purchasing and controlling inventory, pricing, and advertising. Students will participate in projects, competitions, conferences, and travel opportunities through DECA. Students will have the opportunity to obtain their Food Workers card. 

School Store Management I & II BUS203-204

Length: Year-Long CADR: No

Satisfies: 1.0 CTE or 1.0 Elective Open To: 11, 12

Prerequisite: School Store Operations I and/or II Repeatable: Yes 

Students have the opportunity to operate a school-based retail store. Develop employable skills including operating a cash register, managing a store budget, purchasing and controlling inventory, pricing, and advertising. Students will participate in projects, competitions, conferences, and travel opportunities through DECA. Students will have the opportunity to obtain their Food Workers card. 

Multimedia Yearbook BUS221-222

Length: Year CADR: No

Satisfies: 1.0 CTE or 1.0 Elective Open To: 10, 11, 12

Prerequisite: Photography Repeatable: Yes

Class members will produce The Echo, Connell High School Yearbook. Students are expected to complete assigned duties on a deadline. Instruction and assignments will include the areas of basic photography, feature writing, headlines and captions, publication design, ad design, and sales. Homework assignments include attending different school events as well as visiting community businesses to acquire sponsorships. Access to the Internet at home is helpful for yearbook to be accessed.  Grading will emphasize timely completion of assignments including the outside/homework assignments, responsibility, and attendance.  

Entrepreneurship BUS331

Length: Semester CADR: No

Satisfies: .5 CTE or .5 Elective Open To: 10, 11, 12

Prerequisite: None Repeatable: No

What do Steve Jobs, Oprah Winfrey, Walt Disney and Bill Gates have in common? They all started their own business! Do you want to learn more about what it takes to make it happen in the business world? Then you need to sign up for Entrepreneurship! This class overviews all the crucial aspects of starting and running a business. We will cover everything from Marketing to Human Resources to Data Management. Everything you learn in this class comes together at the end when you take what you have learned to create your own business plan. 

Photography BUS391

Length: Semester CADR: No

Satisfies: .5 CTE Open To: 10, 11, 12

Prerequisite: None Repeatable: No

Note: This course may meet the “Two-for-One” policy.

A basic course in the use of digital photographic equipment to create and compose photographs. This includes elements of design and composition to aid in relating your ideas of people and the world around you. Students will learn new technologies using computers and computer software to modify and enhance photos for use in a variety of settings.

Senior Seminar BUS 401

Length: Semester CADR: No

Satisfies: .5 CTE or .5 Elective Open To: 11, 12

Prerequisite: None Repeatable: No

The major purpose of Senior Seminar is to empower students with knowledge and application of basic financial principles so they can make sound financial decisions for life. They will learn how to transition from school to college/ career and financial literacy (saving, investing, banking, consumer awareness, credit finances & budgeting, taxes, staying out of debt and insurance. 20 percent of the class will focus on college preparation and readiness. Students will learn how to complete a college application, apply for FAFSA and scholarships, and manage college finances. This class is required for students to take in order to graduate.