Business Education

903145—Principles of Business (HSB)
Prerequisite: None
Grade Placement: 10, 11, 12
Length of Course: 1 semester
Credit: 1/2

This project-based business course develops student understanding and skills in such areas as business law, economics, financial analysis, human resources management, information management, marketing, operations, and strategic management. Through the use of four projects, students acquire an understanding and appreciation of the business world. Current technology will be used to acquire information and to complete the projects. Throughout the course, students are presented problem-solving situations for which they must apply academic and critical-thinking skills. Formal reflection is an on-going component of the course.

903303—Business Economics (HSB)
Prerequisite: Principals of Business
Grade Placement: 10, 11, 12
Length of Course: 1 semester
Credit: 1/2

This project-based business course develops student understanding and skills in such areas as economics, entrepreneurship, operations, and professional development. Through the use of seven projects, students develop an understanding of economic decision-making in the business world as well as improving their knowledge of entrepreneurial contributions. Current technology will be used to acquire information and to complete the projects. Throughout the course, students are presented problem-solving situations for which they must apply academic and critical-thinking skills. Formal reflection is an on-going component of the course.

903153—Principles of Marketing (HSB)
Prerequisite: Business Economics (HSB)
Grade Placement: 11,12
Length of Course: 1 semester
Credit: 1/2 (Honors)

This project-based business course develops student understanding and skills in such areas as channel management, marketing-information management, market planning, pricing, product/service management, promotion, and selling. Through the use of seven projects, students acquire an understanding and appreciation of marketing activities. Current technology will be used to acquire information and to complete the projects. Throughout the course, students are presented problem-solving situations for which they must apply academic and critical-thinking skills. Formal reflection is an on-going component of the course.

903158—Principles of Finance (HSB)
Prerequisite: Business Economics (HSB)
Grade Placement: 11,12
Length of Course: 1 semester
Credit: 1/2 (Honors)

Principles of Finance furthers student understanding of two specific business activities—accounting and finance—that were introduced in an earlier High School of Business course, Principles of Business. Through team activities and a semester-long corporate investment project, students make connections between accounting and finance. Students acquire an understanding of financial statements, calculate financial ratios, and make corporate financial management decisions based on their analysis of that financial data. In addition, students apply the concepts of operating and overhead costs, internal accounting controls, and budgets to their class business. Lastly, cost/benefit analysis is introduced as an element of financial planning and decision-making.

903167—Principles of Management (HSB)
Prerequisite: Business Economics (HSB)
Grade Placement: 12
Length of Course: 1 semester
Credit: 1/2 (Honors)

Student will gain a better understanding of management that was introduced in Principles of Business. Through individual and team activities and a semester-long project, students make connections between management and business success. Students will also acquire an understanding of legal and ethical issues associated with management.

903168—Business Strategies (HSB)
Prerequisite: Principles of Marketing (HSB), Principles of Finance (HSB), Principles of Management (HSB)
Grade Placement: 12
Length of Course: 1 semester
Credit: 1/2 (Honors)

Business Strategies serves as the capstone course for the High School of Business program. Students utilize their previously developed decision matrices to finalize a business plan, incorporating an organizational plan, a management plan, a financial plan and a marketing plan for a non-profit organization. Students will also engage in risk assessment; strategic planning; target market selection; competitive and market analyses; human resources selection, training and assessment; and performance assessment of their business plan.

903000—AMPED - Algebra Manufacturing Processes Entrepreneurship & Design
Prerequisite: Successful completion of Math 8 
Grade Placement: 9, 10
Length of Course: 1 year (2 class periods per day; paired with Algebra I)
Credit: 2 (1 credit Algebra I, 1 credit Business Entrepreneurship)

In AMPED, students will design innovative concepts and solutions to solve current and future problems using a number of computer aided design software programs,  produce, market and sell products including t-shirts,  banners, posters, and various group-determined projects. Students learn Algebra I and business concept  applications, interact with school and community partners and customers while tracking expenses and maximizing profits. Students will also gain mastery of the Algebra 1 standards through relevant and fun career and technical projects. The content is also important in its connection to several career pathways. Such as management, design, product development, human services, etc. This course requires teamwork and the safe use of heat press  equipment, power tools, and hand tools.

903406—Business Leadership (HSB)
Prerequisite: None
Grade Placement: 9
Length of Course: 1 semester
Credit: 1/2

This project-based leadership course develops student understanding and skills in such areas as communication skills, emotional intelligence, operations, and professional development. Students acquire an understanding and appreciation of the need for leadership skills. The final project activity of the course is the implementation of a service-learning project. Throughout the course, students are presented problem-solving situations for which they must apply academic and critical-thinking skills. Formal reflection is an on-going component of the course.

903304—Technology Help Desk
Prerequisite: Approval from the teacher
Grade Placement: 10, 11, 12
Length of Course: 1 Semester
Credit: 1/2

This course is to provide students with the information and skills necessary to technically analyze hardware and software problems, effectively communicate with customers, and enhance 21st Century media skills. Students will assist students, staff and other stakeholders with Goggle Classroom applications such as: communicating and collaborating with peers and teachers in Google environments, file management, docs, slides, uploading files and sharing to help students be more productive and academically successful. A hybrid or blended learning environment will offer students learning units of study coupled with hands-on learning experiences in the Technology Help Desk Service Center. This course may be taken more than one time for credit.

903402—Wealth Management/Personal Finance (HSB)
Prerequisite: None
Grade Placement: 10, 11, 12 (9th grade with administrator approval)
Length of Course: 1 semester
Credit: 1/2

Student will see how present and future individual financial choices directly influence occupational goals and future earnings potential. Real world topics covered will include careers and income, money management, spending and credit, as well as saving and investing. Students will design personal and household budgets utilizing checking and saving accounts, gain knowledge in finance, debt and credit management, evaluate and understand insurance and taxes in order to build wealth. This course will provide a foundational understanding for making informed personal financial decisions leading to financial independence.

903425—Work-Based Learning - Business
Prerequisite: Administrator and counselor approval 
Grade Placement: 11, 12 or 10 and 16 years old
Length of Course: 1 semester 
Credit: 1/2 to 1-1/2 depending on hours 

The RHS WBL is a unique program that combines classroom instruction, cooperative paid or volunteer work  experience, and possible participation in Career and Technical Student Organizations. The program is structured to include integral components to teach the core  curriculum in the context of real-life experiences, and to provide opportunities for students to grow professionally and personally.