Business Department

The department’s goal is to assist students in becoming productive, contributive members of society. The acquisition of general employment knowledge, basic financial competencies and specific occupational job skills prepare students for success in employment, future education, and personal endeavors. Life-long learning and the ability to adapt to change are consistently encouraged.

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BUSINESS COURSE OFFERINGS

5010 Personal Finance & Money Management for Teens 9-12
5020 Accounting I*+ 9-12
5040 Accounting II+ 10-12
5061 Marketing 9-12
5080 Business Law 10-12
5151 E-Commerce Entrepreneurship 9-12
5160 Business Math* 9-12
5181 Basic Computer Applications + (1/2 YR) 10-12
5190 Basic Computer Applications + (FY) 9-12
5201 Advanced Computer Applications + 10-12
5221 Desktop Publishing + 9-12
5070 Contemporary Living 9-12
*Meets Math requirement. + Meets College Career Pathways requirement provided necessary applications are processed by November of junior year. Any business course may be taken in any order without a prerequisite with the following exceptions: Advanced Computer Applications, Accounting II and Desktop Publishing.

PERSONAL FINANCE AND MONEY MANAGEMENT FOR TEENS
Course No. 5010 Credit: .5 (1/2 YR) Grades 9-12
Prerequisite: None
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This course addresses the financial needs of students as they prepare for their adult lives. See how the principles of money management and decision making help you reach your goals. Learn how to develop a plan and use the tools of financial management: checking accounts, credit cards, income tax preparation, savings plans, insurance, car buying and consumer laws.
21st Century Learning Expectations: 6, 4

ACCOUNTING I+
Course No. 5020 Weight: 1 Credit: 1 (FY) Grades 9-12
Prerequisite: None. Satisfies either one Business Math or Accounting credit
This course is designed for all students interested in business since accounting is the language of business. The emphasis is on hands-on experience as students work on a variety of systems including realistic projects. This vocational course teaches students not only how things are done, but why business decisions are made. Computers and calculators are used to solve accounting problems. A scientific calculator is required for this course.
21st Century Learning Expectations: 6, 4

ACCOUNTING II+
Course No. 5040 Credit: 1 (FY) Grades 10-12
Prerequisite: Accounting I
Recommended for college-bound students who plan to further their education in the area of business administration and accounting fields, this course requires students to work at an advanced level in applying accounting principles, practices, and problem-solving techniques to a wide variety of situations. Computers and calculators are used to solve accounting problems. Juniors and seniors may use this course to earn college credit through the College Careers Pathways Program.
21st Century Learning Expectations: 6, 4

MARKETING
Course No. 5061 Credit: .5 (1/2 YR) Grades 9-12
Prerequisite: None
This basic marketing course gives students an overview of retail, wholesale, and industrial markets. Students are introduced to such topics as market analysis, types of consumers, promotion, buying, pricing, distribution, trends in modern marketing, and careers in marketing. Marketing is an excellent course for students who plan to pursue careers in business administration, retailing, and merchandising.
21st Century Learning Expectations: 6, 5

BUSINESS LAW
Course No. 5080 Credit: .5 (1/2 YR) Grades 10-12
Prerequisite: None
This course covers such topics as history and development of law, kinds of law, crimes and torts, contracts, and the court system. The vocational aspects include education about careers in law and basic legal information. Students develop an understanding of rights and obligations in meeting the legal demands of society. This course is recommended for students who wish to pursue a career in business.
21st Century Learning Expectations: 4,6

E-COMMERCE ENTREPRENEURSHIP
Course No. 5151 Credit: 1 (YR) Grades: 9-12
Prerequisite: None
Do you like working on computers and the Internet? In this course, you will set-up, develop and maintain your own virtual e-commerce company using an on-line “moodle” environment. You will develop a website for your company, blog with students from around the sate who are also taking this course, and attend five field trips to area colleges where you will be teamed with students from around the state in activities designed to develop your entrepreneurial skills. You will present your on-line company at the Connecticut Expo in May.
This course was designed by the Center for 21st Century Skills in collaboration with Connecticut Career Choices and is designed to prepare students for success in 21st century careers.
21st Century Learning Expectations: 6,5,4

BUSINESS MATH
Course No. 5160 Weight: 2 Credit: 1 (FY) Grades 9-12
Prerequisite: None
This course is designed to provide students with an opportunity to develop in-depth skills and knowledge basic to the business world. Students discover how math skills can help take them along the path to personal financial success. Topics covered will include managing income, budgeting, checking accounts, investing, the decision-making process for major purchases, and the use of spreadsheets. Satisfies one Math credit.
21st Century Learning Expectations: 6, 4

INTEGRATED COMPUTER APPLICATIONS+
Course No. 5195 Credit: .5 (FY) Grades 9
Prerequisite: None
This course will provide students with a basic understanding of the computer applications contained in Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint as they relate to their core subject courses. These computer applications will be integrated into the students’ academic classes. Juniors and seniors must take this course or course number 5181 and course numbers 5201 and 5221 to earn college credit through the College Career Pathways Program.
21st Century Learning Expectations: 6, 4

BASIC COMPUTER APPLICATIONS+
Course No. 5181 Credit: .5 (1/2 YR) Grades 10-12
Prerequisite: Not available for credit to students who have already earned credit in Course No. 5195
This course will provide students with a basic understanding of the computer applications contained in Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. These computer applications have become necessary tools for success in most academic classes at East Haven High School and most post-secondary schools. This course is an excellent companion to Advanced Computer Applications. Juniors and seniors must take this course or course number 5195 and course numbers 5201 and 5221 to earn college credit through the College Career Pathways Program.
21st Century Learning Expectations: 6, 4

ADVANCED COMPUTER APPLICATIONS +
Course No. 5201 Credit: .5 (1/2 YR) Grades 10-12
Prerequisite: Basic Computer Applications
In this course, students will continue to work in the Windows environment learning advanced computer concepts in Microsoft Office XP (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Access). Emphasis will be placed on creating documents such as letters, memos, reports, and tables. In addition, students will complete integrated projects incorporating the Microsoft XP Office Suite. Juniors and seniors must take this course and course nos. 5181 or 5195 and 5221 to earn college credit through the College Career Pathways Program.
21st Century Learning Expectations: 6, 4

DESKTOP PUBLISHING +
Course No. 5221 Credit: .5 (1/2 YR) Grades 10-12
Prerequisite: Basic Computer Applications
Students will use Microsoft Word and Publisher 2002 to enhance and produce documents with graphics, use various toolbars—drawing, WordArt, tables/borders, and other technology such as a scanner and digital camera. This course will produce calendars, flyers, menus as well as newsletters and brochures. Integrated projects will incorporate acquired skills. Juniors and seniors must take this course and course nos. 5181 or 5195 and 5201 to earn college credit through the College Career Pathways Program.
21st Century Learning Expectations: 6, 4

CONTEMPORARY LIVING
Course No. 5070 Credit: .5 (1/2 YR) Grades 9-12
Prerequisite: None
This course introduces students to the real world of business and enables students to relate key business concepts to their own lives as citizens, wage earners, and consumers. Students will develop critical thinking and problem-solving skills as applied to economic, technical, ethical and social issues.
Areas of study include career exploration and planning; resume writing, successful job interviewing, and money management. Students will have the opportunity to join Future Business Leaders of America in order to develop leadership skills and encourage community involvement.
21st Century Learning Expectations: 6