Business 

Prerequisite:  None 

Learn how to spend wisely and make your money grow! You will gain knowledge in finance, debt and credit management, and evaluate and understand insurance and taxes. 

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Take charge of your future and become employable! This class allows you to explore career options that match your interests, skills and personality.

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Accounting is not just for those who want to be accountants—it’s the language of business! Learn to balance the books while having fun and "working" at your own firm!  

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Interested in the business side of the music industry? When you think ‘Music,’ don’t just think pop star--there are other careers to consider within the music industry. Want to know about these careers available in the industry? How does the music industry target various market segments and music genres? This course will explore the past, present, and future of the music industry as well as issues such as illegal downloading, censorship, copyrights, touring, and publishing. Case studies, analysis of current events, and research-based projects will be integrated throughout the course.  

Students (Grades 11-12 only) will have the option of taking this course for college credit through Five Towns College. 

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Learn how to create a business plan to start your own business! This course is designed to provide students with a background in starting and managing a small business.

Students will have the option of taking this course for college credit through the Suffolk County Community College Beacon Program. 

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This course is designed to develop competencies essential for a wide range of entry-level accounting positions. QuickBooks and Excel software will be used throughout the course.  *Field trips to some of the Top 4 Public Accounting Firms! 

Students will have the option of taking this course for college credit through the Suffolk County Community College Beacon Program. 

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This course emphasizes the relationship of business law to an individual’s personal and occupational life. Illustrative case problems are used to develop legal reasoning and problem solving in such areas as contractual disputes and deceptive sales practices.

Students (Grades 11-12 only) will have the option of taking this course for 3 college credits through St. Joseph's University HS Bridge Program. 

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Explore the fundamentals of mathematics in the fields of accounting, finance, marketing, and selling. Topics include banking, insurance, investments, time value of money, credit and currency.  The use of arithmetic as a managerial tool and Microsoft Excel is stressed. 

Students (Grades 11-12 only) will have the option of taking this course for 3 college credits through Farmingdale State College. 

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In this project-based class, you will apply marketing in the entertainment industry by creating a new product, making advertisements, designing new tourist attractions, and creating your very own restaurant. **This course includes fun field trips and guest speakers.

Students will have the option of taking this course for college credit through the Suffolk County Community College Beacon Program. 

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Everyday Law provides an overview of common legal issues/questions. Students will learn about the legal implications in everyday transactions such as buying products, using warranties, getting a job, e-commerce, cyber law and end of life issues such as wills and trusts.

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Are you up with the latest fashion trends? Do you follow Tiktok and Instagram to learn what people are buying? In this course you will learn about consumer behavior and market research, how to get your product/service "noticed," and how you can be successful in the fashion business.  **This course includes field trips to NYC!

Students will have the option of taking this course for college credit through the Suffolk County Community College Beacon Program. 

Corequisite:  International Business in Spanish   

Are you interested in a global career?  Do you see yourself in another country?  Then this is the class for you. With this cross curricular course, students will have the ability to learn the skills and tools necessary to be a 21st Century global market employee.  Topics and projects discussed and created in this business course, would be used and dissected using Spanish in the Spanish for the Careers course. 

Students (Grades 11-12 only) will have the option of taking this course for college credit through Five Towns College. 

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If you are a confident and persuasive individual, then you should start your journey here.  You will learn the importance of networking and mentors, the power of outstanding presentation skills, business etiquette and professionalism, effective communication skills, and the tools you will need to be a 21st Century employee.  You will have a competitive advantage when entering the workforce. 

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Get hands-on with real-life math problems! Learn how to calculate your own paycheck, determine auto loan interest, complete income tax forms, understand the math of production, purchasing and sales, as well as evaluate stocks and mutual funds.  

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Learn all the tech skills necessary to begin your college or career path successfully. In this course, you will become an expert in the Microsoft Office Suite. MS Office continues to be the #1 application used in colleges and in the workplace. You will learn how to format Word documents, create Excel databases and spreadsheets, and design professional PowerPoint presentations. Once you complete this course, you will have the opportunity to become Microsoft Office Certified (MOS) and earn college credits.

Students (Grades 11-12 only) will have the option of taking this course for 6 college credits through Farmingdale State College. 

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Buying and selling real estate is an exciting field to work in, but it’s not as easy as it sounds. Whether you are making this your career or side hustle, it’s important to learn all the components to be successful as a realtor today. In this course, you will learn about real estate math, ethics, contracts, and pathways. You will be able to enhance your communication skills and identify how to utilize social media. At the end of the course, YOU will determine if you have what it takes!

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Social media has changed the way we communicate and conduct business. Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, YouTube - learn how to use these powerful tools to your advantage. Explore how businesses use social media as an advertising tool and the impact it has on consumers. You too can be a social media influencer and have a side hustle.

Students (Grades 11-12 only) will have the option of taking this course for college credit through Five Towns College. 

Prerequisite:  None 

Want to create your own sports team and compete against other teams in an online fantasy sports league?  Students will learn the principles of marketing and apply them to sports projects.

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Gain experience in many aspects of the growing video game industry! You will research potential career opportunities in the gaming field as well as learn how to design, develop and market video games.

Prerequisite:  MUST have taken at LEAST one of the following courses - Accounting, College Accounting, Business Ownership, Web Design, or any Marketing class. 

This course brings the workplace into the classroom! Students create and run their very own simulated business that is broken up into multiple departments. Students will develop business skills as they work in teams to make decisions while achieving company goals and objectives. Students will have the opportunity to present at various business competitions. Students will also create and run a trade show booth at the Virtual Enterprise International Trade Show in New York City.

Students (Grades 11-12 only) will have the option of taking this course for 6 college credits through Farmingdale State College. 

Prerequisite:  None 

This course will give you the opportunity to explore investment opportunities. Students will develop an

introductory knowledge of the stock market (the ABC’s of investing). We will also discuss stocks, mutual funds and 401(k) plans as retirement options.

Prerequisite:  Personal Finance or Career & Financial Management

If you enjoyed Personal Finance then you’ll love this course. Topics of discussion include: advanced investments, credit, debt, and college expenses. Start your adulthood with financial freedom and have an advantage over the typical teenager.

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This course will introduce you to planning and designing effective websites. Students use Adobe Dreamweaver CC while learning creative design elements using Adobe Photoshop CC. These two programs will assist in helping students be relevant in today's digital world.