Follow us on our Business Department Instagram!
This college-level course is designed specifically for college-bound juniors and seniors interested in business and/or accounting as a potential college major. The work covered is equivalent to a first-year college accounting course. College level texts and computer programs are utilized. The student can earn up to 6 college credits (optional) through the Long island University High School Scholars Program (formerly known as S.C.A.L.E. program). The student is automatically accepted as a future LIU Post student. In addition, LIU Post offers a $4,000 scholarship each year for any student who maintains a B+ average in this course and attends that institution. Students must have earned an overall GPA of 80 to take the course for college credit. Students are responsible for the cost of college credits awarded. (full year)
This course turns the traditional classroom into a real world business. Students create and manage a virtual business from the ground up, selling their products to other virtual firms around the world. Students work in different departments of the business based on their strengths, passions and potential career path. Typically, most students pursue Management, Accounting, Finance, Sales, Marketing, Human Resources, and Web Design. Students will develop business skills as they work in teams to make decisions while achieving company goals and objectives, and present their ideas at various business competitions. Students will create and run a trade show booth at the Virtual Enterprise International Show in New York City. Students have the option of earning six college credits (transferable) through LIU Post. Student must have an overall GPA of 80 to take the course for college credit. Students are responsible for the cost of college credits awarded. (full year)
Students must have an overall high school average of 80 to take the course for college credit. College Marketing is designed for students who are interested in pursuing business courses in college. College Marketing is intended to provide an understanding of marketing principles. Successful completion of the course will enable students to receive 3 undergraduate credits from LIU Post. This course will cover in-depth discussions of basic marketing concepts, consumer driven marketing strategies, strategic planning, product branding and packaging concepts, integrated marketing communications, and promotion. The material covered is equivalent to a first-semester college marketing curriculum. Students are responsible for the cost of college credits awarded. Students must have an overall GPA of 80 to take the course for college credit. The course meets every day for one semester (½ year).
This college-level course is designed to introduce law students to the concepts of business and commercial law. The nature and courses of laws, functions of the State and Federal Court systems, principles of contract law and advanced laws of torts and negotiable instruments will be covered. Each student may choose to earn three college credits through the CW Post, Long Island University ACE program. Students will gain an understanding of laws as they relate to everyday life of consumers and citizens. This course meets every day for one semester. Student must have an overall GPA of 80 to take the course for college credit. Students are responsible for the cost of college credits awarded. The course meets every day for one semester (½ year).
This college-level class examines the complexities of the international business and financial systems. It includes the study of cultures, foreign trade, importing and exporting, international monetary policy, foreign exchange rates, international financial markets, international banking and multinational operations. It includes all aspects of international business, entrepreneurship and globalization. Students have the option of earning three college credits (transferable) through LIU Post. Students must have an overall GPA of 80 to take the course for college credit. Students are responsible for the cost of college credits awarded. The course meets every day for one semester (½ year).
This course will focus on the philosophy, function and principles of managing a sports franchise through the processes of planning, organization, leadership and control. Students will utilize many sport franchise operations as case studies and participate in many real-world management simulations. Furthermore, analysis of many sports-related careers will be included. Students have the option of earning three college credits (transferable) through LIU Post. Student must have an overall GPA of 80 to take the course for college credit. Students are responsible for the cost of college credits awarded. The course meets every day for one semester (½ year).
This college-level course is designed for juniors and seniors with an interest in business. The work covered is equivalent to first-year Introduction to Business courses offered at most colleges. Each student may choose to earn three college credits through the LIU High School Scholars Program.
Students will be given a broad overview of all forms of business organization. The course will examine business from the manager / owner point of view and will include setting up a new business, product
development, marketing techniques, labor relations and legal aspects of business ownership. This class meets every day for one semester. Students must have an overall GPA of 80 to take the course for college credit. Students are responsible for the cost of college credits awarded. The course meets every day for one semester (½ year).
Advanced Investment Strategies is the second installment of our introductory course in Stock Market and Taxation. Advanced investment vehicles such as bonds, options, commodities, and futures will be introduced. Strategic approaches to investing will be analyzed including various financial strategies and methodologies. Financial planning, algorithmic trading, and hedging strategies will be examined. Global
interdependence of the markets will also be analyzed. A career research component will instruct students on the multitude of professional opportunities available in the investment services industry. The work
covered is equivalent to first-year Introduction to Business courses offered at most colleges. Each student may choose to earn three college credits through the LIU High School Scholars Program. Students will participate in weekly and semester-long simulations and stock market competitions.
Students must have an overall GPA of 80 to take the course for college credit. Students are responsible for the cost of college credits awarded. The course meets every day for one semester (1⁄2 year).
Microsoft Excel is a program that is used in a wide range of careers: accountants, data analysts, market researchers, financial analysts, project managers, marketers, business owners and many more. This course will teach students Microsoft Excel to prepare them for college and careers in the future. In addition to understanding and mastery of the various aspects of Microsoft Excel, one of the main objectives will be for students to successfully complete the Microsoft Office Certification Exam. Students
who achieve a passing score on the exam will be certified as a “Microsoft Office Specialist” in Excel -- this is not an easy task, as many business professionals only obtain this certification. The course meets every day for one semester (½ year).