Business
The business department’s goals are to provide students with the knowledge and the skills necessary for college; to prepare students to directly enter the world of work; to give students information that is helpful in carrying on personal business affairs and entrepreneurship; and to prepare students to make informed economic decisions in life.
Sequences and Requirements
In order to a receive a five-unit sequence in business, students must take and pass:
Students may earn the other three credits through any of the other business courses offered. One of these three credits may be an internship or cooperative work credit.
Accounting
This course is designed to give students a
complete understanding of the accounting cycle from opening entries
through post–closing trial balance. Students
learn how accounting practices differ for sole proprietorship,
partnerships, corporations, and merchandizing businesses. Accounting
is highly recommended for students entering business administration,
accounting, or entrepreneurship at the collegiate level.
Credit: 1
Grades: 10,11,12
Prerequisite: None
Final: Exam
Business Computer Applications
This course exposes students to Microsoft
Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Access. This
course is highly recommended for all students pursuing business
studies at the post-secondary
level. Students will complete projects that integrate the software
programs listed and will be exposed to real-life business
activities. These include creating newsletters, brochures, expense
reports, sales reports, inventory reports, marketing reports and
business proposals.
Credit: 0.5
Grades: 10,11,12
Final: Exam
Prerequisite:
WPI
or basic typing skills
* Required for a sequence in business.
Business Law
Students will develop reason and judgment
skills in the following areas: laws for families, laws for minors,
laws for the consumer, contracts, labor laws, property laws,
commercial paper, and insurance. Legal cases will be discussed and
solved through the use of critical-thinking skills and application
of laws. Activities include a field trip to a courthouse, guest
speakers and viewing video clips of movies, television shows and
YouTube clips pertaining to business law.
Credit: 0.5
Grades: 11,12
Prerequisite: None
Final: Exam
Career Exploration Internship Program (CEIP)
CEIP is a one-year, unpaid internship.
This course serves as a link between school and career. Students
will gain an understanding of the importance of a positive work
ethic and teamwork. Students are required to complete a written
application, get recommendations, and have a personal interview. The
application process is held in the spring of the preceding year.
There are three different internships that are available to
students. These options are described in detail below.
Credit: .5 to 1
Grades: 11,12
Prerequisites: None
Final: None
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Trading Post: This internship includes working in all aspects of retail operation of the school bookstore. This includes buying, selling, promotions, cash controls, inventory controls, advertising and design. Business courses are recommended, however, not a prerequisite. The internship is scheduled within the normal school day. You would be asked to sign up to supervise a period 10 once every week or two. Additionally, you are requested to sign up to attend a few after school activities, i.e. Open House, Freshman Orientation, Sporting Contests, and Special Events. No transportation required.
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First New York (FNY) Credit Union: This internship involves becoming an employee of the credit union. You apply to the program and go through a FNY interview. Once hired by FNY you attend an all day training seminar to be trained on bank teller and member service representative functions. The internship is on Thursdays when school is in session. Exact times will be determined. No transportation required.
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Outside Placement: This internship is a placement outside of school and, in most cases, outside the normal school hours. It is common for students to get an early release from school to go to an internship site if their schedule permits. Students work with mentors in their chosen area of interest for a minimum of 108 hours. Students are responsible for making connections with appropriate placements according to their area of interest. Family, friends, and neighbors often make great mentors. Additionally, the CEIP coordinator can assist with suggestions and will follow up with the mentor to explain the details of the program. Transportation is NOT provided by the school for the outside of school placements.
Career Portfolio: College & Career Planning
This course is designed to develop
competencies essential for successful employment. Students will be
required to compile a portfolio containing a resume, cover letter,
interview skills, and career research project. Additionally,
students will prepare for the college experience by preparing
activity sheets and college essays, as well as researching college
course of studies in the career fields they are interested in
pursuing. Successfully reaching college and career goals are major
student objectives in this class.
Credit: 0.5
Grades: 11,12
Programs: Internet
Final: Exam/Portfolio
Prerequisite: None
* Required for all business sequences.
Cooperative Work Experience
This program is open to students who are at
least 16 years old and who have obtained their own part-time job.
Students must apply through the work experience coordinator.
Students receive 0.5 credits for every 150 hours of work, with a
maximum of two credits. Although all students are encouraged to
pursue employment, this program is only for students who need the
credit for graduation.
Credit: varies
Grades: 12
Prerequisite: None
Final: None
* One credit can be used toward business sequence.
E-Commerce
This course exposes students to the many
facets of e-commerce—from buying and selling and Web-store design to
marketing online and legal issues. Students will evaluate and learn
about Web design as well as design Web pages using Microsoft
Expression Web.
Credit: 0.5
Grades: 10,11,12
Prerequisites: None
Final: Exam
Programs: Internet, Microsoft Expression Web
College Credit: 3 UHS credits through SCCC
Financial Literacy: Planning for Financial Success
It is essential in our fast moving society to have a working knowledge of
the fundamentals of financial planning and money management.
Units covered will include: your financial plan, budgeting,
investing, debt, using credit wisely, keeping your money safe and
secure, and insurance. The focus of the course is to provide
students the opportunity to be successful in understanding and
managing their personal finances now and plan for their financial
future. These units will include several guest speakers to talk
about various topics. *Students may also have the opportunity to
apply to become a First New York bank teller here at Mohonasen.
Credit: 0.5
Grades: 11,12
Prerequisites: None
Final: Exam
Introduction to Business: Business Career Exploration
This course is designed to help students make
a smooth transition from the classroom to a meaningful career. It
helps students understand the economic system and their role as a
productive worker and citizen of the United States. Students learn
about business organizational structure and entrepreneurship. Topics
include business economics, consumerism, financial management,
business management and leadership. Students will be introduced to
careers in business law, marketing, accounting and business
management.
Credit: 0.5
Grades: 9,10
Programs: Internet
Final: Exam
Prerequisites: None
* Required for all business, family and consumer science, and
technology sequences.
Principles of Marketing: Sports and Entertainment Marketing
This course will help students develop a
thorough understanding of the marketing concepts and theories that
apply to sports and sporting events. The areas this course will
cover include basic marketing, target marketing and segmentation,
sponsorship, event marketing, promotions, sponsorship proposals,
branding and licensing, and implementation of sports marketing
plans. This course will also delve into promotional plans,
sponsorship proposals, sports marketing plans, and event evaluation
and management techniques. Students taking Sports and Entertainment
Marketing will investigate related college and career opportunities
in the sports and entertainment fields.
Credit: 0.5
Grades: 10,11,12
Prerequisites: None
Final: Exam
Programs: Microsoft PowerPoint
Word Processing
Students will learn how to arrange material
into various formats and prepare documents such as reports, letters,
tables, outlines, term papers, mailing labels, and envelopes. Students also
receive training in the use of word processing graphics and desktop
publishing. During the course, students’ keyboarding skills are
reinforced using a computer typing program and drill exercises. This
course is recommended for students who wish to enhance their
computer skills before attending college.
Credit: 0.5
Grades: 9, 10,11,12
Prerequisites: None
Final: Exam
Programs: Microsoft Word,
Mavis Beacon Typing
*Required for business sequence
Business Ownership and Marketing
Students
will undertake the process of establishing a real business or social
movement. Students will hone ideas and objectives, write and present
a business
plan, develop and manage
media campaigns, and design a business logo and website. Students
will work with community members and representatives from Junior
Achievement.
Credit: 0.5
Grades: 11,12
Prerequisites: Application required
Final: None
