Business, Marketing and Information Technology Courses

Required Courses

Digital Applications and Responsibility

Grades 9
1 credit
Prerequisite: none
Also offered as a blended Summer School course to incoming freshmen or those needing credit recovery.

Digital Applications & Responsibility prepares students to use technology in an effective and appropriate manner in school, in a job, or everyday life. Students develop skills related to word processing, spreadsheets, presentations, and communications software. Students learn what it means to be a good digital citizen and how to use technology, including social media, responsibly. Students expand their knowledge of how to use digital devices and software to build decision-making and problem-solving skills.

Elective Courses

Business and Management, Standard Level, International Baccalaureate

Grades 11-12
2 credits
Prerequisite: Introduction to Business or teacher recommendation

Business and Management examines the role of individuals and groups in forming organizations and their roles within organizations. Students gain a broad understanding of the variety of organizations that exist including profit and non-profit and the problems and life cycles of these organizations. This course develops an understanding of the interdependency of organizations, the effect of problem solving and the application of organizational principles and techniques widely practiced in the process of decision-making. Students will demonstrate the application of business and management tools, techniques and theories on a real business issue or problem.

Computer Science, Standard Level, International Baccalaureate

Grades 11-12
2 credits
Prerequisite: Introduction to Computer Science

Computer Science Standard Level, International Baccalaureate guides students through problem solving strategies and definitions to the construction of algorithms to create solutions, thereby developing skills of logic and analytical thinking. The course includes: systems life cycle and software development, program coding and construction, computing system fundamentals, a case study, and a program dossier. Students will be required to fulfill all requirements of the IB organization, including participation in the IB summative test in May. This course is recommended for students interested in Engineering, Math, Technology or Physics-related fields.

Introduction to Accounting

Grades 10-12
1 credit
Prerequisite: none

Introduction to Accounting introduces the language of business using Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and procedures for proprietorships and partnerships using double-entry accounting. Emphasis is placed on accounting principles as they relate to both manual and automated financial systems. This course involves understanding, analyzing, and recording business transactions and preparing, analyzing, and interpreting financial reports as a basis for decision-making.

Introduction to Business

Grades 10-12
1 credit
Prerequisite: none

Business Foundations is the introductory business course that provides the framework for future business courses. Students will be introduced to personal finance, communications, ethics, management, marketing, law, economics, insurance, entrepreneurship, and business careers. Using technology, students will demonstrate the knowledge learned by incorporating the above disciplines into a business plan.

Introduction to Computer Science

Grades 10-12
1 credit
Prerequisite: none

Introduction to Computer Science allows students to explore the world of computer science. Students will gain a broad understanding of the areas composing computer science. Additionally, there is a focus on the areas of computer programming, gaming/mobile development, and artificial intelligence/robotics. Introduction to Computer Science teaches logical thinking as a universally applicable skill in all subject areas.

Personal Financial Responsibility

Grades 10-12
1 credit
Prerequisite: none

Personal Finance is a course designed to introduce personal financial planning, financial services, budgeting, investments, and insurance protection. Students will attain the knowledge of financial concepts including credit management, consumer rights and responsibilities and decision-making skills for all aspects of life as consumers, producers, entrepreneurs, and economic citizens.

Sports and Entertainment Marketing

Grades 10-12
1 credit
Prerequisite: none

Marketing (Sports, Recreation and Entertaining) is a course that provides a basic introduction to the scope and importance of marketing in a global economy. Emphasis is placed on oral and written communications, mathematical applications, problem solving and critical thinking skills as they relate to advertising, promotion, selling, distribution, financing and service management. This course will specialize in the fields of sports, recreation and entertainment by focusing on producing and marketing activities of athletic and entertainment programs for the high school.