INTRODUCTION TO BUSINESS 9-10-11-12                              1 Semester – .5 Unit

Introduction to Business course surveys an array of topics and concepts related to the field of business.  These courses introduce business concepts such as banking and finance, the role of government in business, consumerism, credit, investment, and management.  They usually provide a brief overview of the American economic system and corporate organization. Introductory Business course may also expose students to the varied opportunities in secretarial, accounting, management, and related fields.

PERSONAL FINANCE 9-10-11-12                              1 Semester – .5 Unit

Cannot have had Accounting

Personal Finance course helps students to develop knowledge and skills related to the principles and procedures involved in recording personal financial transactions as well as transactions typically undertaken by small businesses.  Partial emphasis may be placed on personal banking, budgeting, and income tax calculations; additional emphasis is usually placed on cashier and clerk procedures, inventory control for small businesses, database management, merchandising, and payroll.

INFORMATION PROCESSING & CAREER EXPLORATION 9-10-11-12 1 Semester – .5 Unit

This class will familiarize students with the high school computer system.  Student will focus on developing written communication skills using common forms of business communications (letters, memos, etc).  The class will also provide students the opportunity to complete a career search and begin developing a career portfolio, which includes letter of application, resume, reference list, and other job hunting concepts.  Students will explore other Microsoft applications such as Excel, Power Point & Publisher.

WORD PROCESSING AND PRESENTATIONS 9-10-11-12                   1 Semester – .5 Unit

Prerequisite:  Information Processing

This course is designed as a hands-on computer learning experience.  Word processing (letters, reports, tables) is taught with Microsoft Word, while presentations are taught with Microsoft PowerPoint.  These programs are two of the most popular on the market today and are used extensively in business and for personal use.

WORKPLACE READINESS: 10-11-12                              1 Semester – .5 Unit

Prerequisite:  Information Processing

This class will review the basics of job searching and will reinforce the skills and tools necessary to get a job.  This course will also cover the concept of keeping a job and the proper way to leave a job in good standing.  This course will include work-based learning, skills for success, job satisfactions, and managing your income.

WEB PAGE DESIGN 10-11-12 1 Semester- .5 Unit

Prerequisite:  Information Processing

Web pages will be created and managed using Mx Dreamweaver.  Dreamweaver makes it easy to create and edit Web pages or documents.  Time will be spent using Dreamweaver software to create a Web page that will ensure that the impression sought is a lasting and favorable one.  Many new techniques and ideas will be used by the students to create many different Web pages as well as their own Web page.

MARKETING 11-12                              1 Semester – .5 Unit

Prerequisite:  Introduction to Business

The course is designed to learn about the economic systems of the world, workplace skills, learn basics of selling and merchandise displays.  Students will become more conscious of the way business is conducted in the United States.

BUSINESS LAW 11-12                              1 Semester – .5 Unit

Prerequisite:   Introduction to Business

OFFERED ON ODD YEARS (EXAMPLE: 2012-2013, 2014-2015)

Law is a moving force within our society and reflects the changes that take place in our ideals, goals, and values.  Business law has potential value since it affects each of us on a daily basis.  Material is designed for contracts; crimes; torts; organization of local, state, and federal court systems; recognition of legal problems; utilization of professional legal counsel; agents; warranties; commercial papers; credit; minority rights; and various legal documents.  Extensive use is made of case-law study and discussions that are interesting, dramatic, practical, and relevant.

BUSINESS MANAGEMENT 11-12                              1 Semester – .5 Unit

Prerequisite:   Introduction to Business

OFFERED ON EVEN YEARS (EXAMPLE: 2011-2012, 2013-2014)

Business Management course surveys an array of topics and concepts related to the field of business.  This course introduces business concepts such as banking and finance, the role of government in business, consumerism, credit, investment, and management.  Business Management provides a brief overview of the American economic system and corporate organization.  Business Management may also expose students to the varied opportunities in secretarial, accounting, management, and related fields.

INTRODUCTION TO ACCOUNTING 11-12                    1 Year – .5 Unit Each Sem.

Prerequisite: COMPASS/ACT Placement Score                                             CCC – 1 Year – 3 Credits

Emphasis is placed on learning the accounting cycle, structured systems, and records usually incorporated by small businesses and professional offices.  A practice simulation provides an opportunity for students to apply those concepts learned throughout the course and also indicates to the instructor that competencies have been met.

ADVANCED ACCOUNTING 11-12                            1 Semester – .5 Unit

Prerequisite:  One full year of Accounting

Advanced Accounting is a continuation of the first full year of accounting.  Managerial and financial accounting is emphasized via workbooks and practice sets.  Subject matter enhances post-secondary study of accounting.

CCC WORD PROCESSING APPLICATIONS 11-12                 1 Semester – .5 Unit

Prerequisite: COMPASS/ACT Placement Score &                                          CCC – 1 Sem. – 3 Credits

Word Processing and Presentation

This course is designed to give the student an in-depth knowledge of an industry-standard word processing software.  Topics to be covered may include the basics of producing documents by creating, formatting, editing, saving and printing along with advanced commands used for mail merge, tables, macros, columns and graphics.

INTRODUCTION TO COMPUTERS 11-12                              1 Semester – .5 Unit

Prerequisite: COMPASS/ACT Placement Score                                              CCC – 1 Year – 3 Credits

An introduction to computers including database, word processing and spreadsheet applications.  This is a beginning course designed primarily to develop computer skills and will include student computer projects.

BUSINESS EMPLOYMENT READINESS-OJT 12                     1 Year – 1 Unit Each Sem.

BUSINESS EMPLOYMENT READINESS-CLASS 12                     1 Year – 1 Unit Each Sem.

Prerequisite: Information Processing/Career Exploration, Workplace Readiness

Procedures:  The student must make application for Vocational Employment Readiness and Vocational OJT through the guidance area.

This course is designed to meet the following components:

Employment Readiness:  Employability issues, vocational issues and in-class seminars on vocational issues.

On-The-Job Training:  Participation in an approved paid, work-based learning experience  coupled with journalizing, monitoring visits, and seminars.

Service-Learning:  Participation in the 5th and 8th grade Career Awareness Fair.

After successful completion of the course, the student receives .5 Unit for the classroom portion of the program and .5 Unit for work experience each semester–total of two (2) high school elective Units for the year.