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Plan your career pathways through the Career & Technology Education Coherent Sequences of courses for Business Education:
Keyboarding (9-12) Develops psychomotor skill in operating the keyboard as well as achieving acceptable speed and accuracy levels; provides for instruction in formatting of basic documents for both personal and business use; emphasizes mastery of touch control of keyboard characters, correct keystroking, proper manipulations of operative parts and care of the computer. Prerequisite: None Semester: 1 Credit: 1/2 Introduction to Business (9-10) Introduces the role of business in the lives of individuals, consumers, workers, and citizens; provides an overview of economic systems with emphasis on the free enterprise system, the American economy; understands characteristics of businesses; explores international business, government’s role in business, technology in the business setting, and legal and ethical business issues. Prerequisite: None Semester: 1 Credit: 1/2 Business Support Systems (9 -10) 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 workforce; reinforces reading, writing, and calculating skills, and develops effective communications and information management using emerging technology. Prerequisite: Keyboarding recommended Semester: 1-2 Credit: 1/2-1 Business Computer Information Systems I (9-12) (T) Develops technology skills related to schoolwork, business, and personal situations by focusing on word processing, spreadsheets, databases, telecommunications, desktop publishing, presentation management, networking, operating systems, and emerging technologies. (This course meets the technology requirement for graduation.) Prerequisite: Recommended Keyboarding Semester: 2 Credit: 1 Recordkeeping (9-12) 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. Prerequisite: None Semester: 1-2 Credit: 1/2-1 Accounting I (10-12) Introduces general accounting concepts, principles, and procedures; emphasizes the need for financial records; provides the fundamental equation and its application to accounting procedures including the basic steps of the accounting cycle, special journals and ledgers, work sheets, adjusting and closing entries, special problems in the purchase and sale of merchandise, notes and interest, depreciation, accruals and prepaid items, payroll records, and personal income taxes; develops the skills, knowledge, and attitudes necessary for individuals to conduct personal business or to further their education in the field of accounting. Computer applications are included. Prerequisite: None Semester: 2 Credit: 1 Business Communications (10) 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 the mechanics of word usage, sentence structure, organization of ideas, and composition of various types of messages. (Business Careers High School, Holmes) Prerequisite: Computer Information Systems (Recommended) Semester: 2 Credit: 1 Business Computer Information Systems II (10 -12) (T) Students enrolled in Computer Information Systems II will have the opportunity to gain exceptional skills in the use of Microsoft Office software. In addition, students who reach a certain level of proficiency may choose to become certified as a Microsoft Office User Specialist by taking one or all (4) of the certification tests. This is an industry-recognized credential and is an accepted standard all over the world. These tests are administered at authorized testing centers. Taking the test(s), however, is not a requirement for this course. Grades for the course will not be affected by the certification tests. Prerequisite: CIS-I Semester:2 Credit: 1 Business Computer Programming (10-12) (T) Focuses on structured programming and analytical problem-solving skills, develops advanced programming skills, with emphasis on methodologies, algorithms, and data structures; investigates programming languages and operating systems; analyzes computer systems through programming applications, and examines confidentiality and security of information as well as employment opportunities in various business environments. This course meets the technology requirement for graduation. Prerequisite: Keyboarding recommended Semester: 2 Credit: 1 Business Image Management & Multimedia I (10-12) (T) Students will be introduced to techniques used in designing presentation and interactive multimedia that will include music, narration, graphics, video, and animations, authoring and scripting components. The course involves skill building instruction on many software programs and production of projects through teamwork. This course meets the technology requirement for graduation. Prerequisite: CIS-I OR Computer Science or 8th grade Advanced Computer Technologies Semester: 2 Credit: 1 Business Law (10-12) Introduces law and the origins and necessity of our legal system; provides insight into the evolution and development of laws that govern business in our society; develops an understanding of how organization and operation of legal system impact business. Prerequisite: None Semester: 1-2 Credit: 1/2-1 Business Management (10-12) Introduces basic management concepts and leadership styles; explores managerial functions, economic and social components of productivity, international business, human relations; understands changing business environment and nature, concepts of business integrity; and develops and implements a business plan. Prerequisite: None Semester: 1 CR 1/2 Business Ownership (10-12) Provides practical and proven techniques for planning, organizing, and operating a business. Includes strategy concepts, market analysis, financial considerations, managements, and accounting controls. A good complementary course to Business Management. Prerequisite: None Semester: 1 Credit: ½ Internetworking Technologies I (CISCO) (10-12) Cisco Networking 1 is a course that is designed for the student who is interested in Cisco networking. The first semester of the course will focus on networking fundamentals including OSI model and industry standard network topologies, IP addressing, networking components, and basic network design. The second semester of the course will focus on routing theory. Students will gain knowledge of router technologies through hands-on activities with Cisco equipment. Prerequisite: BCIS I and Department Approval Semester: 2 Credit: 1 Internetworking Technologies II (CISCO) (10-12) Cisco Networking 2 is designed for the student who has successfully completed Cisco Networking 1. This course will focus on advanced routing and switching, including advanced router configurations, LAN switching, and design. It will be project-based and will include advanced network design projects, advanced network management projects, and network security. Upon successful completion of the course, students may take the Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) certification test. Prerequisite: Cisco Networking 1 Semester: 2 Credit: 1 International Business (10-12) Introduces concepts of the global market and economy and international trade; examines operations in a global market; provides opportunity to study cultural differences and effects of differences on managerial practices, and international law, and impact of international trade on domestic and global economy, and examines planning, organizational structure, finance, marketing, and foreign governmental practices. Prerequisite: Computer Information Systems I Semester: 1-2 Credit: 1/2-1 Accounting II (11-12) Provides for review and further development of fundamental accounting principles with extensive use of technology; incorporates complete accounting cycle in relation to formation and dissolution of partnerships, characteristics of corporate organization and ownership; provides experience in initiating and maintaining an accounting system and in analyzing, interpreting and synthesizing managerial problems using accounting information as a tool. Accounting II is designed for students interested in continuing at the post-secondary level or entering the workforce. Prerequisite: Accounting I Semester: 2 Credit: 1 Administrative Procedures Career Preparation (Co-op I) (11-12) Provides the student the opportunity to receive training in the classroom as well as on the job. The course prepares students for college, world of work and adult life. In the class, students receive instruction on computers, financial activities, methods of securing employment and more. Prerequisite: Keyboarding recommended Semester: 2 Credit: 3 Administrative Procedures Lab (11-12) 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 and written language skills relating to effective communications; emphasizes planning and organizing work, establishing priorities; records and information management, and operation of equipment. Prerequisite: Keyboarding recommended Semester: 2 Credit: 1 Banking and Financial Systems (11-12) 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. Prerequisite: None Semester: 1 Credit: 1/2 Fundamentals of UNIX (11-12) This is a 70-hour course on the basics of the UNIX operating system. The course prepares students to perform basic entry level UNIX operating skills. After completing the course, students will be able to use UNIX operating system commands as well as Sun Solaris operating environment commands, with an introduction to the Common Desktop Environment (CDE) including Standard Desktop Tools, Text Editor, printing and mail. Students will learn the fundamental command line features of the Solaris environment including file system navigation, file permissions, the vi text editor, command shells and basic network use. Offered at Marshall High School only. Prerequisite: BCIS I or Computer Science Semester: 2 Credit: 1 Medical Administrative Procedures (11-12) Same as Administrative Procedures but with the focus on applications in the medical field; includes professional activities, social implications, duties and responsibilities common to the medical office; applies word-processing skills to effective document production, communication, information management and document control; uses current correct medical terminology, processes medical insurance, and demonstrates skills related to the daily accounting cycle. (Health Careers High School only) Semester: 2 Credit: 2 Accounting III (12) Accounting III is a course which will present complex accounting issues such as accounting for leases, securities and investments, consolidated financial statements, annuities, and special problems of operational assets. Students will also study individual income tax at length and basic auditing including internal controls and sampling techniques. An introduction to Quickbooks software for business accounting will be included. (Business Careers High School & Holmes ONLY) Prerequisite: Accounting II Semester: 2 Credit: 1 Administrative Procedures Career Preparation (Co-op II) (12) Students must maintain part-time employment at an approved training station and attend school at least three hours per day. In class the students receive advanced instruction on computers (desktop publishing, computer presentations, etc.) and other advanced technologies related to the business field. Prerequisite: Keyboarding recommended for students Semester: 2 Credit: 3 Business Education Independent Study (12) Independent study is a project-based learning experience developed by a student which provides opportunity for in-depth study of one aspect of business. The student must plan the project and utilize a variety of resources and advanced technology. The student must demonstrate communication skills in the development and presentation of the project. Students must apply for independent study enrollment. See your counselor or business department coordinator for information. (Only offered at Business Careers HS) Prerequisite: See Counselor Semester: 2 Credit: 1 Securities and Insurance (12) Securities and Insurance is a one-semester course containing two separate units on the securities industry and the insurance industry. The securities section will focus on core businesses in the securities industry, products, customers, research methods, operations, and career opportunities. The insurance section will examine the structure of the insurance industry, its products, the future of the industry and career opportunities. (Business Careers High School Only) Semester: 2 Credit: 1
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