Academy of Business & Finance

The Academy of Business & Finance connects high school students with the world of financial services and personal finance, offering a curriculum that covers banking and credit, financial planning, global finance, securities, insurance, accounting, and economics. The Academy of Business & Finance curriculum and certification is validated by the Council for Economic Education.

Academy of  Business and Finance Course Descriptions

NAF AOF Finance Foundation Courses- Grade 9

Entrepreneurship I- Honors

In this course students evaluate the concepts of going into business for themselves and working for or operating a small business. Emphasis is on the exploration of feasible ideas of products/services, research procedures, business financing, marketing research procedures, business financing, marketing strategies, and access to resources for starting a small business. Students develop components of a business plan and evaluate startup requirements. English language arts and social studies are reinforced. DECA (an association for Marketing Education students) and Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA) competitive events, community service, and leadership activities provide the opportunity to apply essential standards and workplace readiness skills through authentic experiences.

CREDIT: 1 TYPE: Honors  

NAF AOF Finance Prerequisite- Grade 10

Microsoft Word & PowerPoint 

Craft, enhance, customize, and create various documents using Microsoft Word. Design, customize, and present presentations using Microsoft PowerPoint. Utilize the various features of both programs to produce relevant 21st Century documents. 

CREDIT: 1 TYPE: Honors

NAF AOF Finance Concentration- Grade 11

Business Ethics and Law I Honors 

Explore the intricate landscape of ethical and legal issues that influence the world of business and its consumers. Gain a deep understanding of the ethical reasoning and consequences that underlie decision-making in the business world. Delve into the various facets of business ethics and law, such as types of business laws, types of business ownership, workplace legal and ethical practices,  finances in business, environmental and energy law, and digital citizenship.

CREDIT: 1 TYPE: Honors 

NAF AOF Finance Major- Grade 12

Accounting I Honors

Investigate the basic principles of the accounting cycle. Analyze business transactions and the proper recording of these records. Interpret financial statements, accounting systems, banking and payroll activities, and basic types of business ownership. Gain the knowledge and skills for careers in accounting.

CREDIT:  1 Type:  Honors