| Grade Range: |
| | 9–12 |
| Prerequisites: |
| | None |
| Course duration: |
| | Two semesters |
| Subject area in which graduation credit will be given: |
| | Practical Arts |
| UC subject area satisfied: |
| | g - College Preparatory Elective |
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| Course Description: |
| | This two-semester course provides an overview to all aspects of starting and operating a small business. Students obtain hands-on experience in human resources, finances, accounting, and marketing. The class includes instruction in economics, business ethics, leadership, management, the role of government in business, and developing a career plan. Students may participate in a trade fair to sell their products and services. |
| State Course Code(s): |
| | 7400 - Introduction to Business and Finance |
| Basic Texts and Teaching Guides: |
| | Dlabay, Burrow, Kleindl, Principles of Business, 8th ed., Cengage Learning, 2012. |