Students continue to master accounting principles and procedures, adding new topics about managerial accounting, cost accounting, financial analysis, and business ethics. Content areas include property, plant and equipment, corporate investments, bonds, notes payable and receivables, amortizations, cash flow statements and ratio analysis for the corporate structure. Spreadsheet analysis and accounting software applications provide the opportunity for higher-level thinking skill activities and authentic simulations enhance teamwork, decision-making, and communication skills. Students also develop an understanding of career opportunities as they complete career exploration activities. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of the principles of decision-making, problem-solving and critical thinking, and apply them to both business and personal financial situations.

Industry Certification:  Industry certification may be available as part of this course.

Diploma Seal:  Students successfully completing this course may be eligible to earn a Career and Technical Education diploma seal.

Sequential Elective:  Students successfully completing this course in conjunction with another one credit course within the same program area will satisfy the sequential elective requirement for the standard or modified standard diploma.

Verified Credit:  Successful completion of this course in conjunction with a corresponding industry certification may qualify for a student selected verified credit.