| Grade Range: | |
| 9–12 | |
| Prerequisites: | |
| None | |
| Course duration: | |
| Two semesters | |
| Subject area in which graduation credit will be given: | |
| College Preparatory Elective | |
| UC subject area satisfied: | |
| g - College Preparatory Elective | |
| 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. | |
CTE-5