Business Studies Grade 9

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1 Courses Offered: BBI1O5 / BTT1O5 Grade 9 Introduction to Business (Open) BBI1O5 ½ credit to be taken in combination with BTT1O5 This course introduces students to the world of business. Students will develop an understanding of the functions of business, including accounting, marketing, information technology, human resources, and production, and of the importance of ethics and social responsibility. This course builds a foundation for further studies in business and helps students develop the business knowledge and skills they will need in their everyday lives. Information and Communication Technology in Business (Open) BTT1O5 ½ credit to be taken in combination with BBI1O5 This course introduces students to information and communication technology in a business environment and builds a foundation of digital literacy skills necessary for success in a technologically driven society. Students will develop word processing, spreadsheet, database, desktop publishing, presentation software, and website design skills. Throughout the course, there is an emphasis on digital literacy, effective electronic research and communication skills, and current issues related to the impact of information and communication technology. Role and Impact of Business Types of Business Ownership Internet Personal Finance Database Computer Networks Conducting Business Electronic Presentation Webpage Design - word processing - reports - single and multi-page - enumerations and bullets, using tabs - personal business letters - tables, drawing tools, screen capture - role business plays in meeting consumer s need and wants - functions of a business - proprietorship, partnership, corporation, cooperatives and franchises - as a research tool - as a way to create or expand business - electronic communication - saving / investing - credit - how to earn and protect a credit rating - creating, editing, and preparing reports - parts of a computer and what they do - setting up a network; sharing peripherals - how businesses remain successful - characteristics of a successful business owner - competing for customers - creating and enhancing Powerpoint presentations - create website using Frontpage or web based design software This course is intended for grade 9 students who want to take a course that gives an overview of how business works and builds useful computer skills.

2 Grade 10 Courses Offered: BBI2O5/BTT2O5 Introduction to Business (Open) BBI2O5 ½ credit to be taken in combination with BTT2O5 This course is a continuation of BBI1O5 and introduces students to the world of business. Students will develop an understanding of the functions of business, including accounting, marketing, information technology, human resources, and production, and of the importance of ethics and social responsibility. This course builds a foundation for further studies in business and helps students develop the business knowledge and skills they will need in their everyday lives. Information and Communication Technology in Business (Open) BTT2O5 ½ credit to be taken in combination with BBI2O5 This course is a continuation of BTT1O5 and introduces students to information and communication technology in a business environment and builds a foundation of digital literacy skills necessary for success in a technologically driven society. Students will develop word processing, spreadsheet, database, desktop publishing, presentation software, and website design skills. Throughout the course, there is an emphasis on digital literacy, effective electronic research and communication skills, and current issues related to the impact of information and communication technology. Financial Literacy: Personal Finance, Banking, Consumer Credit International Business Marketing Accounting Advanced Word Processing - reports - personal business letters - effective use of tabs, bullets, and numbering Spreadsheets - inventory, payroll, sales, budgets, financial planning - personal banking - budgeting, cost of credit - how to invest your money - how to retire rich - why countries need to trade - business cultures in countries around the world - do you know when you are being duped? - advertising media and techniques - create your own marketing program for a product - introductory accounting-manual and computerized systems Entrepreneurship Desktop Publishing - calendars, brochures, menus, flyers - do you want to run your own business? - are you well suited? - where can you find help? This course is intended for grade 10, 11 and 12 students who want to take a course that shows them a bit about how business works and gives them some useful computer skills to take to the job market.

3 Grade 11 Courses Offered: BMI3C1, BAF3M1, BTA3O1 Marketing: Goods, Services, Events (College Preparation) BMI3C1 This course introduces the fundamental concepts of product marketing, which includes the marketing of goods, services, and events. Students will examine how trends, issues, global economic changes, and information technology influence consumer buying habits. Students will engage in marketing research, develop marketing strategies, and produce a marketing plan for a product of their choice. Marketing Fundamentals Reaching Your Market The Marketing Mix Trends in Marketing Marketing Plan - The Marketing Process Business Basics - Developing the Marketing Concept - Market Forces and Basics of Economics - Role of Government - Target Marketing - Consumers and Competition - Marketing Research - Not-for Profit Marketing - Information Technology & Social Media in Marketing - Product, Branding, Price, Place, Promotion - The Sales Process - Social Responsibility & Global Marketing - International Trade -Summative Marketing Plan Project Financial Accounting Fundamentals (University/College Preparation) BAF3M1 This course introduces students to the fundamental principles and procedures of accounting. Students will develop financial analysis and decision-making skills that will assist them in future studies and/or career opportunities in business. Students will acquire an understanding of accounting for a service and a merchandising business, computerized accounting, financial analysis, and current issues and ethics in accounting Accounting for a Service Business Accounting for Merchandising Cash Control and Internal Controls Special Journals Financial Statement Analysis - Accounting for a business that provides a service - Manual and computer accounting systems used - Accounting for a business that buys and sells a product - Manual and computer accounting systems used - How does a business keep their cash safe - Synoptic and five journal systems - What do a company s financial statements tell you

4 Information and Communication Technology: (Open) BTA3O1 The Digital Environment This course prepares students for the digital environment. Using a hands-on approach, students will further develop information and communication technology skills through the use of common business software applications. The concept and operation of e-business will be explored, and students will design and create an e-business website. The skills developed in this course will prepare students for success in the workplace and/or post-secondary studies. Windows Environment Word Processing Web Page Design Research & Presentation Using the Web Spreadsheet Database E-Business and E-Commerce Create folders and organize the contents of the course. Standard skills such as creation, copying, moving, renaming of files, history or windows. Hardware and software relating to business applications. Using industry standard software, create a variety of assignments to help the student learn the proper way to set up certain business documents as well as helping with report and essay writing formats. Letters, newsletters, tables, graphics, columns, etc. Using web-based software, students will learn the basic features and functions of web authoring software with business applications. Students will research a topic relevant to today and present their findings electronically. Students to use industry standard software to create a variety of assignments to help the student learn proper utilization of formulae and functions as they apply to business situations. Students use industry standard software to develop an awareness of table, query, and report creation in a variety of business situations. Students will develop an online store environment with their understanding of E-Business as developed during this unit. Security, payment methods and product display are relevant topics covered. Lays the ground work for BTX next year which publishes and utilizes Netstores. This course will be of use to any student wishing to improve their productivity with the computer. Most students can utilize procedures learned here in the creation and completion of work for other courses they take here, at college, at university, or at work. Hand in better looking essays and reports. Be more productive with your time. Co-op - : BMI3CD, BAF3MD, BTA3OD *See Experiential Learning section for more detailed information

5 Grade 12 Courses Offered: BDV4C1, BAT4M1, BBB4M1, BOH4M1, IDC4UF Entrepreneurship: Venture Planning in an Electronic Age (College Preparation) BDV4C1 This course provides students with the opportunity to develop and apply entrepreneurial skills through the creation of a venture plan that capitalizes on the potential of e-commerce. Students will research and identify an opportunity for a venture. They will then complete the components of a venture plan that includes a website. Unit of Topic E-Commerce and Venture Planning The Venture Concept Preparing for Start-up Targeting Customers Developing the Venture Plan -E-Commerce Challenges and Opportunities -The Impact of E-Commerce -Evaluating Website Design -Start-up Challenges and Opportunities -Identifying and Evaluating Entrepreneurial Opportunities -Generating, Selecting and Assessing Ideas -Types of Ventures -Venture Plan Components & Organizing Information for Venture -Management Requirements Venture -Legal Requirements, Financing -Market Analysis -Promotional Strategies -Preparing the Venture Plan -Venture Website Design -Assessing and Revising the Plan, Including the Website This course will be of interest to any student who wishes to start their own business either as a summer venture or as a career option.

6 Financial Accounting Principles (University/College Preparation) BAT4M1 This course introduces students to advanced accounting principles that will prepare them for post-secondary studies in business. Students will learn about financial statements for various forms of business ownership and how those statements are interpreted in making business decisions. This course further develops accounting methods for assets and introduces accounting for partnerships, corporations, and sources of financing. Prerequisite: BAF3M1 Review of Grade 11 Program Accounting for Accounts Receivable Accounting for Inventory Accounting for Capital Assets Accounting for Equity in a Partnership and Corporation Bank Reconciliations, Cash Control and Internal Controls Financial Statement Analysis Preparing the Statement of Cash Flow - Accounting cycle for service and merchandising businesses - Accounting for bad debts - Periodic and perpetual systems to account for Merchandise - Accounting for purchasing, amortizing, upgrading and disposing of capital assets - How to distribute income amongst partners - How to account for sale of shares and distribution of dividends - controls useful for personal and business cash control - Quantitative tools to analyze what information can be ascertained from financial statements - How to prepare and what it tells you about the business International Business Fundamentals (University/College Preparation) BBB4M1 This course provides an overview of the importance of international business and trade in the global economy and explores the factors that influence success in international markets. Students will learn about the techniques and strategies associated with marketing, distribution, and managing international business effectively. This course prepares students for post-secondary programs in business, including international business, marketing, and management. Business, Trade and the Economy The Global Environment for Business Factors Influencing Success in International Markets Marketing Challenges and Approaches, and Distribution Working in International Markets -Terms, concepts, and basic business practices related to international business - Analyse the impact of international business on Canada s economy - Demonstrate an understanding of how international business and economic activities increase the interdependence of nations - Analyse ways in which globalization has affected Canadian businesses - Influences affecting a country s ability to participate in international business - Current trends in global business activity and economic conditions - Cultural factors influencing international business methods and operations - Political, economic, and geographic factors influencing international business - Common mistakes made by businesses in international markets - Factors affecting the international competitiveness of Canadian businesses - Challenges facing a business wanting to market a product internationally - Comparing approaches taken by companies to market their products internationally - Demonstrate an understanding of the logistics of, and challenges associated with distribution to local, national, and international markets - Ways in which ethical consideration affect international business decisions - Assess the working environment in international markets - Demonstrate an understanding of the process for crossing international borders as it relates to international business

7 Business Leadership: Management Fundamentals (University/College Preparation) BOH4M1 This course focuses on the development of leadership skills used in managing a successful business. Students will analyze the role of a leader in business with a focus on decision making, management of group dynamics, workplace stress and conflict, motivation of employees, and planning. Effective business communication skills, ethics, and social responsibility will be emphasized throughout the course. Foundations of Management Leading Management Challenges Planning and Controlling Organizing - introduction to organizations and management theory - effective business communication - issues, ethics and social responsibility - Human behaviour impacting the success of employees and organization - group work and team development, leadership techniques - communication in the workplace - stress and conflict management, how to motivate employees - importance of planning, planning tools & techniques, strategic planning - how to manage change - controlling organizations and employees - organizational structures and the changing nature of work - human resources Investment and Finance (University Preparation) IDC4UF (Interdisciplinary Studies) This course provides an opportunity to learn about investing and financial management for individuals and corporations. Students will investigate capital markets with a focus on Canadian stock market(s) and other financial securities and how they affect both the individual investor and corporations. Students enrolled in this class will partake in an investment contest where they will actively manage a hypothetical portfolio on-line. Students will analyze companies and scrutinize their corporate strategies. Events in the business news, and the effects on corporations will be discussed and interpreted as well as personal investment Prerequisite: Any U/M preparation course Basics of Capital Markets The Stock Market Mutual Funds & Corporate Governance Culminating Activity/Independent Study -Introduction to investing, economic indicators, - Analyze stock market efficiency, Assessing risk - Constructing a portfolio - Investment strategies, Assessing IPOs - Stock basics and analysis, participating in the stock market - Analyze commodity markets - Analyse alternative investment funds (hedge, ETF, mutual) - Demonstrate investment techniques - Corporate Governance - Frauds & Scams -Taxes - Stock Market Challenge and Presentation Co-op - : BBB4MD, BAT4MD4, BOH4MD, BDV4CD *See Experiential Learning section for more detailed information