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Introduction to Business
Course number: BUS 0901/0902
Type: elective
Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12
Prerequisites: none
Credits: 2
Semesters: 2
Introduction to Business is a basic business course explaining the role of business in our economic system. Since this is the first business course for most students, the course content will look at our free enterprise system through three roles a student will play: a worker; a consumer; and a citizen. The course will provide a solid basis for those students considering further study in business, as well as offering useful and practical aspects of living to students not intending further business studies. Several simulations will be used to provide hands-on experience with the business concepts studied.
Personal Finance
Course number: BUS 1101
Type: elective
Grades: 11, 12
Prerequisites: None
Credit: 1
Terms: 1
Personal Finance is a basic business class designed to provide students with a set of basic financial skills and tools that can be effectively applied throughout their lives as personal money managers. Students are given the opportunity to learn the basics of financial planning and apply that process through relevant activities. In addition, students are instructed in the effective use of all financial resources.
The following units will be covered:
- Introduction to Personal Finance
- Saving and Investing
- Budgeting and Credit
- Consumer Awareness
- Insurance, Taxes, and Giving
Accounting I
Course number: BUS 1102/1103
Type: elective
Grades: 11, 12
Prerequisites: none
Credits: 2
Terms: 2
Accounting I will give the student a thorough background in the basic accounting procedures used to operate a business organized as a sole proprietorship, partnership, or corporation. The accounting procedures presented will also serve as a sound background for employment in office jobs and preparation for studying business courses in college.
The second semester will expand on the students' understanding of manual accounting procedures by accessing automated accounting procedures.
Students successfully completing the required competencies in Accounting I may seek advanced standing in:
- Any of Iowa's Community College Business/Office Education programs requiring Accounting/Bookkeeping Fundamentals.
- American Institute of Business (AIB) programs requiring Introduction to Accounting.
Students interested in seeking advanced standing status should visit with the instructor BEFORE enrolling.
Intro to Entrepreneurship
Course number: BUS 1201
Type: elective
Grades: 11, 12
Prerequisite: see counselor (NIACC course – 3 sh)
Credits: 1
Terms: 1
This course introduces the concept of Entrepreneurship beginning with identifying characteristics of the entrepreneur, evaluating opportunities, feasibility, financing, and planning for success. Students will also understand the need for a contingency plan as well as an exit strategy.
Computer Applications I
Course number: BUS 0903
Type: elective
Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12
Prerequisites: student must be able to type at least 20 words per minute (WPM)
Credits: 1
Terms: 1
This practical course offers both an introduction to computer applications and a study of computer use in modern society. It focuses on the computer as a machine that students will use in almost any career field. This course is designed to instruct the student on how to operate a microcomputer through hands-on experience and to promote basic computer literacy. Students will receive instruction on how to use word processing, database management, and electronic spreadsheet software. This course DOES NOT teach computer programming.
Computer Applications II
Course number: BUS 0904
Type: elective
Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12
Prerequisite: student must have completed Computer Applications I with a minimum grade of "C".
Credits: 1
Terms: 1
Computer Applications II is designed to provide advanced instruction in individual applications-- spreadsheet, database, word processing, and graphing--through a problem-oriented approach. Strong emphasis will be placed on the integration of these individual computer applications in both personal and business decision-making situations.
Students successfully completing Computer Applications I and II may be eligible for community college credit.
Students interested in seeking college credit for these courses should visit with the instructor BEFORE enrolling.
Human Relations
Course number: BUS 1202
Type: elective
Grades: 11, 12
Prerequisites: see counselor (NIACC course – 3 sh)
Credits: 1
Terms: 1
Designed to provide students with skills for success on the job and the tools for obtaining and maintaining employment. Will teach students how to communicate in a professional manner, maturely deal with conflict, behave in a fair and ethical manner, be accountable to team members and develop leadership skills. Appropriate use of technology, suitable workplace attire, proper business etiquette, and self-management techniques.
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