Business Essentials will introduce students to realistic business and finance principles by examining fundamental economic concepts, the business environment, and primary business activities. Through workplace scenarios and problem-based learning, students will explore business ethics, customer relations, economics, financial analysis, human resources management, information management, marketing, operations, and business technology.

What will we learn in Business Essentials?

• Ethics in business.
• Economic systems and the role of business in society.
• Business management and operations activities.
• The importance of marketing in a global economy.
• Information systems and the effects of technology on business.
• Workplace expectations, employment laws, job search techniques and the job advancement process.

What is the final assessment for the course?

The final exam grade for Business Essentials will in the form of a CTE State Assessment.  The post-assessment will be a 100-item multiple choice test administered at the end of the course and will cover concepts discussed throughout the semester.