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Course List
Middle
School Courses: Introduction
to Recordkeeping, Introduction to Business
Support Systems, Introduction to Keyboarding,
and Business Venture
High School Courses: Accounting
I, Accounting II, Administrative
Procedures, Banking and Financial Systems,
Business Communications, Business
Computer Information Systems I, Business
Computer Information Systems II, Business
Education Independent Study, Business Law,
Business Management, Business
Ownership, Business Image Management and
Multimedia, Business Support Systems,
International Business, Introduction
to Business, Keyboarding,
Recordkeeping, Telecommunications
and Networking, and
Business Education Career Preparation
Introduction to Recordkeeping
– Grades 7-8
This course develops understanding of and skill in maintaining
accurate records; includes skills used in everyday business
activities both for personal and professional use; provides
opportunity to develop skills related to personal financial
management as well as budgeting, financial planning, cashier’s
records, handling of money, and tasks common to simple
office practices.
Introduction to Business Support
Systems
– Grades 7-8
This course introduces practical business procedures; develops
foundation for competent business participation and self-sufficiency
in today’s world; develops flexibility and adaptability
for the rapidly-changing business environment and other skills
necessary for success in the workplace; reinforces reading,
writing, and calculating skills; and develops effective communications
and information management using emerging technology including
telecommunications.
Business Venture
– Grades 7-8
This course provides an opportunity to operate a small group
or
class-based business for offering a service or product needed
in their community; teaches basic entrepreneurial concepts,
and fundamental business operating principles; and accomplishes
the objectives by working in teams and collaboratively.
Introduction to Keyboarding
– Grades 7-8
This course develops psychomotor ability to operate the keyboard
by touch with initial development of acceptable speed and accuracy
levels;
introduces a minimal amount of formatting; develops keyboarding
speed and accuracy with correct technique.
Accounting I
– Grades: 10-12; Credits: 1
This course introduces accounting concepts, principles, and
procedures; it emphasizes the skills, knowledge, and attitudes
necessary for individuals to conduct personal business or to
further their education in the field of accounting. (Tech Prep
program)
Accounting II
– Grades 11-12; Credits 1
Prerequisite: Accounting I
This enrichment course provides an opportunity to further develop
the fundamental accounting principles with extensive use of
technology; develop additional skills in applying principles
used in accounting systems and methods commonly found in business.
Accounting II is designed for students interested in continuing
their education at the post secondary level or entering the
workforce. (High school dual credit awarded for successful completion
of college courses ACCT 1301 and 1302)
Administrative Procedures
– Grades 11-12; Credits: 1-2
Prerequisite: Keyboarding or Equivalent
This course provides an advanced and in-depth study of concepts
and skills in various systems and administrative procedures
that enable a worker to manage or function in the workplace;
enhances technology skills and oral/written language skills
relating to effective communications; emphasizes planning/organizing
work, establishing priorities, records and information management.
(Tech Prep program)
Banking and Financial Systems
– Grades 11-12; Credits: 1/2
This course introduces banking and financial concepts, principles
and procedures; emphasizes the role of money in the modern economy;
recognizes the economic theories and financial forces that influence
international business; and compares consumer financial transactions
with government transactions. (Tech Prep)
Business Communications
– Grades 10-12; Credits: 1/2 - 1
Prerequisite: Keyboarding or Equivalent
This course develops reading, writing, listening, and speaking
skills for effective communication in business situations; develops
the ability to send and receive clear and complete oral, written,
and electronic messages; emphasizes mechanics of word usage,
organization of ideas, and composition of various types of messages;
and includes experiences in listening and responding.
Business Computer Information
Systems I
– Grades 9-10; Credits: 1
Prerequisite: Keyboarding or Teacher Permission
This course develops technology skills with applications to
personal or business situations focusing on word processing,
spreadsheets, data bases, telecommunications, desktop publishing,
presentation management, networking, operating systems, and
emerging technologies; and develops intermediate-level skills.
(IC3 Certification; Tech Prep; Approved for technology credit)
Business Computer Information
Systems II
– Grades 10-12; Credits: 1
Prerequisite: BCIS I
This course provides advanced technology skills required in
the business environment; includes workplace technology standards
in applications of word processing, spreadsheets, data
bases, telecommunications, desktop publishing, presentation
management, networking, operating systems, and
emerging technologies; and develops advanced level skills. (MOS
Certification;
Tech Prep; Approved for technology credit)
Business Education Independent
Study
– Grades 12; Credit 1/2 - 1
Prerequisite: Two business courses including Keyboarding
or Equivalent
This course is a project-based learning experience developed
by a student or group of students, teacher, and an interdisciplinary
mentor team. The project provides opportunities for an in-depth
study of at least one aspect of the business area. The student
or group demonstrates the ability to utilize a variety of resources,
advanced technology, and communication skills in the development
and presentation of the project. This activity meets one of
the Distinguished Achievement Program measures.
Business Law
– Grades 11-12; Credits: 1/2
Prerequisites: BCIS I recommended
This course provides insight into the laws that govern business
in our society; develops an understanding of how organization
and operation of the legal system impact business; includes
contractual responsibility, protection of individual rights
relative to warranties, product liability, secured/unsecured
debts, negotiable instruments, employer-employee relations,
property ownership and transfer, landlord/tenant, wills/estates,
community property, social security, and taxation.
Business Management
– Grades 10-12; Credits: 1/2
This course introduces basic management concepts and leadership
styles; explores managerial functions, economic and social components
of productivity, international business, and human relations;
helps students understand the changing nature of the business
environment; examines concepts of business integrity;
and develops and implements a business plan.
Business Ownership
– Grades 10-12; Credits: 1/2
This course provides the prospective entrepreneur a theoretical
base as well as practical and proven techniques for planning,
organizing, and operating a business; includes planning and
strategy concepts, financial and organizational considerations,
market analysis and customer development, operations management,
accounting and financial controls.
Business Image Management and
Multimedia
– Grades 10-12; Credits: 1
Prerequisite: Keyboarding or Equivalent
This course develops proficiencies in designing, importing,
and manipulating advanced text, graphics, audio, and video used
in presentation management, multimedia productions, publishing
systems, and emerging technologies. (Approved for Technology
credit)
Business Support Systems
– Grades 10 - 12; Credits: 1/2 - 1
Prerequisite: Keyboarding or Equivalent
This course introduces practical business procedures, develops
foundation for competent business participation and self-sufficiency,
develops flexibility and adaptability for the rapidly changing
business environment; reinforces reading, writing, and calculating
skills; develops effective communications and information management
using emerging technology, including telecommunications. (Tech
Prep program)
International Business
– Grades 10-12; Credits: 1/2 - 1
This course introduces concepts of the global market and economy
and international trade; examines operations in a global market;
provides an opportunity to study cultural differences
and effects of differences on managerial practices and international
law; the impact of international trade on the domestic and global
economy; and examines planning, organizational structure, finance,
marketing, and foreign governmental practices.
Introduction to Business
– Grades 9-12; Credits: 1/2 - 1
This course introduces the role of business in the lives of
individuals, consumers, workers, and citizens; explores technology
in the business setting; develops awareness of entrepreneurial
and job market opportunities; explores characteristics of businesses;
and assists in developing a career plan.
Keyboarding
– Grades 9-12; Credits: 1/2 - 1
This course develops psychomotor skill in operating the keyboard
as well as achieving acceptable speed and accuracy levels; emphasizes
mastery of touch control of keyboard characters; includes composition
at the keyboard, proofreading, and production of basic documents,
both personal and business. (Tech Prep program)
Recordkeeping
– Grades 9-12; Credits: 1/2 - 1
This course develops understanding of and skill in maintaining
accurate records; includes skills used in everyday business
activities both for personal and professional use; provides
an opportunity to develop skills related to personal financial
management as well as budgeting, financial planning, cashier’s
records, handling of money, and tasks common to simple office
procedures.
Telecommunications and Networking
– Grades 10-12; Credits: 1
Prerequisites: BCIS I recommended
This course provides a basic introduction to the development
and impact of telecommunications, and the operational and technical
aspects of network and telecommunications systems; explores
the various types and uses of networks and on-line services;
develops skills in accessing, navigating, and applying on-line
services; and develops skills in creating, editing, and installing
web pages. (Tech Prep. Approved for Technology credit)
Business Education Career Preparation
I, II
– Grades 11-12; Credits: 3
Prerequisite: Keyboarding or BCIS
These courses combine classroom technical instruction and
supervised on-the-job training for students preparing to enter
an office occupation. One period of classroom instruction and
three hours of on-the-job training required per day. (Tech Prep,
P.E. Waiver) |
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