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Accounting/Advanced Accounting
Advanced Information Systems
Business Cooperative Internship (Co-Op)
Business Law
Business Management
Design, Multimedia and Web Technologies
Economics & Personal Finance
Information Systems
Principles of Business
Programming/Advanced Programming
Webpage Development
ACCOUNTING
Grades:9-12
Credit: one
Accounting offers students the opportunity to learn about the financial operations of modern business enterprises and prepares students to make better financial decisions for the future. Students study accounting concepts for sole proprietorships, partnerships, and corporations to understand the fundamental accounting equation, the business transaction analysis process, and the elements of financial reporting. Interpretation of accounting information is mastered through decision-making and problem-solving approaches that include source documents, case studies, and simulations. Technology integration and related accounting software applications are used to enhance skills to analyze and evaluate financial situations. Internet learning activities are used to reinforce research, communication, and team building skills. Course topics include forms of ownership, accounts receivable/accounts payable systems, payroll, taxes, and banking activities. Upon completion of this course, students will be able to complete an accounting cycle from transactions to financial statements. The cooperative education (Business Cooperative Internship--679920) method is available for this course. Students combine classroom instruction and supervised on-the-job training in an approved position with continuing supervision throughout the school year.
Industry certification may be available as part of this course. Students successfully completing this course may be eligible to earn a Career and Technical Education diploma seal. 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. Successful completion of this course in conjunction with a corresponding industry certification may qualify for a student selected verified credit.
ADVANCED ACCOUNTING
Grades:10-12
Credit: one
Prerequisite: Accounting
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. The cooperative education (Business Cooperative Internship--679920) method is available for this course. Students combine classroom instruction and supervised on-the-job training in an approved position with continuing supervision throughout the school year. This course is also available online.
Industry certification may be available as part of this course. Students successfully completing this course may be eligible to earn a Career and Technical Education diploma seal. 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. Successful completion of this course in conjunction with a corresponding industry certification may qualify for a student selected verified credit.
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PROGRAMMING
Grades:9-12
Credit: one
Students explore computer concepts, apply logic procedures, and implement programming procedures with one or more languages, such as Visual Basic.Net. Graphical User Interfaces may be used as students design and develop interactive multimedia applications. In addition, HTML or JavaScript may be employed to create Web pages. The cooperative education (Business Cooperative Internship--679920) method is available for this course. Students combine classroom instruction and supervised on-the-job training in an approved position with continuing supervision throughout the school year.
Industry certification may be available as part of this course. Students successfully completing this course may be eligible to earn a Career and Technical Education diploma seal. 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. Successful completion of this course in conjunction with a corresponding industry certification may qualify for a student selected verified credit.
ADVANCED PROGRAMMING
Grades:10-12
Credit: one
Building on a foundation of programming skills, students will use object-oriented programming to develop applications for Windows, database, multimedia, games, mobile, and/or Web environments. Students will have the opportunity to explore and create applications related to the information technology and game design industries. Industry certification may be available as part of this course. Students successfully completing this course may be eligible to earn a Career and Technical Education diploma seal. 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. Successful completion of this course in conjunction with a corresponding industry certification may qualify for a student selected verified credit.
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INFORMATION SYSTEMS
Grades:9-12
Credit: one
Keyboarding instruction will be a component of this course based on student need. This computer-based course teaches students to use technology efficiently and effectively to gather and organize information, and problem-solve tasks. Through a series of software applications and activities, students will establish a strong foundation in keyboarding techniques and proficiency, manage computer systems, produce word processing documents, develop spreadsheets, databases, and multimedia presentations; and, work with telecommunications and networks. Integrating lessons with real-life business applications and cross-curricular learning activities will enable the students to become better prepared for life-long learning and problem solving. The cooperative education (Business Cooperative Internship--679920) method is available for this course. Students combine classroom instruction and supervised on-the-job training in an approved position with continuing supervision throughout the school year.
Industry certification may be available as part of this course. Students successfully completing this course may be eligible to earn a Career and Technical Education diploma seal. 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. Successful completion of this course in conjunction with a corresponding industry certification may qualify for a student selected verified credit.
ADVANCED INFORMATION SYSTEMS
Grades: 9-12
Credit: one
Prerequisite:
Information Systems or equivalent skill/instructor approval
Advanced Information Systems provides students with the opportunity to develop professional computer and technology skills in a project-oriented and student-centered environment. Working independently or in teams, students apply problem-solving, decision-making, creative-thinking, and communication skills to relevant, real-life situations through a series of software and peripheral applications. Instruction in current and emerging information technology includes operating systems, networking and hardware principles, document preparation, presentation tools, spreadsheet analysis and charts preparation, relational database management, technical writing, desktop publishing, copyright issues, and basic web page design. Upon completion of this course, students will be able to apply technology to analyze and solve problems and to complete technology tasks efficiently and effectively. The cooperative education (Business Cooperative Internship--679920) method is available for this course. Students combine classroom instruction and supervised on-the-job training in an approved position with continuing supervision throughout the school year.
Industry certification may be available as part of this course. Students successfully completing this course may be eligible to earn a Career and Technical Education diploma seal. 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. Successful completion of this course in conjunction with a corresponding industry certification may qualify for a student selected verified credit.
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PRINCIPLES OF BUSINESS
Grades: 9-12
Credit: one
Students study the American business system as part of our total economic environment and become skillful in selecting and using goods and services to manage their personal and business affairs. Topics covered are banking, insurance, financial management, credit, savings and investments, consumer decisions, labor and management relations, and usage of computers in business and industry. This course is an excellent introduction course for IB Business and Management.
Industry certification may be available as part of this course. Students successfully completing this course may be eligible to earn a Career and Technical Education diploma seal. 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. Successful completion of this course in conjunction with a corresponding industry certification may qualify for a student selected verified credit.
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BUSINESS
LAW
Grades: 9-12
Credit: one half
Business Law provides students with the basic knowledge to become a better informed citizen, employee, and consumer. The course offers students the opprotunities to study the nature and function of our legal system, courts, and procedures. Topics include contracts, sales agreements, torts, constitutional law, criminal law, and family law. Students focus on consumer rights and responsibilities, examine legal aspects of employment, research careers in law, and discuss the impact of laws on travelers and those living abroad. Enriched with student projects, debates, mock trials, field trips, guest speakers, and Internet activities, the course helps students understand the laws affecting businesses and consumers. Students successfully completing this course may be eligible to earn a Career and Technical Education diploma seal.
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BUSINESS
MANAGEMENT
Grades: 9-12
Credit: one half
Students study basic management concepts and leadership styles as they explore business ownership, planning, economics, international business, and human relations issues such as employee motivation and conflict resolution. Through engaging software simulations, students learn to utilize efficiently and effectively the basic management functions of planning, organizing, staffing, directing, and controlling, and their impact on human and capital resources. Upon completion of this course, student will develop a business plan for real or simulated business. Students successfully completing this course may be eligible to earn a Career and Technical Education diploma seal.
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DESIGN, MULTIMEDIA AND WEB TECHNOLOGIES
Grades: 9-12
Credit: one
Prerequisite: Information Systems or approval of instructor
This product-oriented course introduces the student to multimedia presentations, desktop publications, and web page creations. Hands-on activities are used as students develop skills, master techniques, and prepare products for a client-based enviornment. Students learn to create professional slideshow presentations using animation, sound, and videos. Students also create broshures, flyers, business advertisements, and many other useful documents using Adobe products. The course also introduces students to document construction for publishing on the World Wide Web using authoring software. Units of instruction include design and layout, typeface selection, electronic scanners and scanned images, image editing, digital cameras and images, and video capturing. Internet research and copyright laws are emphasized. The cooperative education (Business Cooeprative Internship --679920) method is available for this course. Students combine classroom instruction and supervised on-the-job training in an approved position with continuing supervision throughout the school year. Industry certification may be available as part of this course. Students successfully completing the course may be eligible to earn a Career and Technical Education diploma seal. 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. Successful completion of this course in conjunction with a corresponding industry certification may qualify for a student selected verified credit.
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ECONOMICS & PERSONAL FINANCE
Grades: 9-12
Credit: one
Prerequisite:
None
Students learn how to navigate the financial decisions they must face and to make informed decisions related to career exploration, budgeting, banking, credit, insurance, spending, taxes, saving, investing, buying/leasing a vehicle, living independently, and inheritance. Development of financial literary skills and an understanding of economic principles will provide the basis for respnsible citizenship and career success. In addition to developing personal finance skills, students in teh 36-week course will also study basic occupational skills and concepts in preparation for entry-level employment in the field of finance. The cooperative education (Business Cooeprative Internship --679920) method is available for this course. Students combine classroom instruction and supervised on-the-job training in an approved position with continuing supervision throughout the school year. Industry certification may be available as part of this course. Students successfully completing the course may be eligible to earn a Career and Technical Education diploma seal. 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. Successful completion of this course in conjunction with a corresponding industry certification may qualify for a student selected verified credit.
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WEBPAGE DEVELOPMENT
Grades: 9-12
Credit: one
Prerequisite:
Information Systems or equivalent skill/instructor approval.
This course provides students the opprotunity to study, develop and design sophisticated web pages in a client-based business environment. Basics of HTML, DHTML, scripting, and the use of authoring software are covered. Students are also provided instruction in preparing and editing Web page images, applying advanced design techniques and features, creating vector animations, and managing website directory structures. Skill development will be achieved through hands-on activities that help students to design web pages for various audiences and uses. The cooperative education (Business Cooeprative Internship --679920) method is available for this course. Students combine classroom instruction and supervised on-the-job training in an approved position with continuing supervision throughout the school year. Industry certification may be available as part of this course. Students successfully completing the course may be eligible to earn a Career and Technical Education diploma seal. 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. Successful completion of this course in conjunction with a corresponding industry certification may qualify for a student selected verified credit.
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BUSINESS COOPERATIVE INTERNSHIP
Grades:10-12
Credit: one
Business Cooperative Internship allows students to apply what they have learned in the classroom to the real world. The internship experience combines a business course with employment in a business-related field that reflects the student's current career interests. The program offers valuable work experience, enhances employment skills, and develops marketable skills. This course, taken in conjunction with another business course, will earn one to two units of credit. Students who successfully complete 396 hours of supervised on-the-job training in a related occupation will earn one credit. Students who successfully complete 720 hours of supervised on-the-job training in a related occupation will earn two credits.
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