Course Offerings - Grade 9

Introduction to Business - Course No.: 5541F, 5542S

GRADES: 9, 10, 11, 12 LENGTH: 1 Sem CREDIT: 0.5 

Introduction to Business introduces students to the fundamentals of business practices and procedures.  Students gain knowledge of business and economics that is helpful in the pursuit of a future degree or career in business, as well as in everyday life.  Students explore all functional areas of business including the basics of investing, accounting, management, marketing, product development, manufacturing and distribution, and human resources. Students also explore different leadership styles and interpersonal skills that are important to success in the business world.  Internet research, guest speakers, and group activities are also utilized throughout the course to provide students with up-to-date information on current business trends. 
PREREQUISITE: None

iOS App Development Beginning - Course No: 5563F

GRADES: 9,10,11,12 LENGTH: 1 Sem (Semester 1 Only) CREDIT: 0.5 

iOS App Development course provides students an opportunity to build and deploy an iOS application from end to end using a specific template and framework. Students will learn the basics of sequential and object ­oriented programming, basic data structures, and a solid understanding of how an iOS app is constructed. They will learn how iOS applications are designed and developed, and use those skills to create complete, working applications. In addition to the programming skills, students will learn how to employ Agile Project Management and work in an environment similar to that of a traditional development shop, thus improving their ability to work well under pressure, improving their time management skills, and improving their ability to prioritize and delegate work.
PREREQUISITE: None

iOS App Development Advanced - Course No: 5564S

GRADES: 9,10,11,12 LENGTH: 1 Sem (Semester 2 Only) CREDIT: 0.5 

iOS App Development course provides students an opportunity to build and deploy an iOS application from end to end using a specific template and framework. Students will learn the basics of sequential and object ­oriented programming, basic data structures, and a solid understanding of how an iOS app is constructed. They will learn how iOS applications are designed and developed, and use those skills to create complete, working applications. In addition to the programming skills, students will learn how to employ Agile Project Management and work in an environment similar to that of a traditional development shop, thus improving their ability to work well under pressure, improving their time management skills, and improving their ability to prioritize and delegate work.
PREREQUISITE:  iOS App Development Beginning

Marketing - Course No.: 5551F

GRADES: 9, 10, 11, 12 LENGTH: 1 Sem (Fall) CREDIT: 0.5

With business being the most popular major in American colleges, why not get ahead by enrolling in Marketing? This course focuses on topics such as promotion, pricing, purchasing, visual merchandising, market research, product planning, and advertising.  Teaching methods include teamwork, Internet exploration, computer applications, guest speakers, and class discussion.  Each class of students will work with a local business to create, market, and present a product they create. Students will also create advertising campaigns using print and television media.
PREREQUISITE: None

Sports and Entertainment Marketing - Course No.: 5560S

GRADES: 9, 10, 11, 12 LENGTH: 1 Sem (Spring) CREDIT: 0.5 

Sports and Entertainment Marketing explores marketing’s impact in sports and entertainment. The relationship that exists between celebrities, sports, and business will be explored. Topics will include the management of sports and entertainment as a product, collegiate and professional licensing endorsement, agents, public relations, legal aspects, and the future of sports and entertainment relating to business. Students will use computer simulations, cooperative learning, in-class activities, and student projects as learning tools.
PREREQUISITE: Marketing

Yearbook (Continuum) - Course No.: 8730

GRADES: 9, 10, 11, 12 LENGTH: Full Year CREDIT: 1.0 OTHER: Extended Study Option

The Yearbook (Continuum) staff members are responsible for the publication of the school yearbook. Students do extensive interviewing and research to produce journalistically sound copy, captions and headlines. Using a web-based publishing program, eDesign, students arrange their work into attractive page designs, all adding to the development of a student-created yearbook. Students also have the chance to develop their photography skills through photographing student events during the school day. Lastly, the yearbook staff members will gain experience with business skills as they manage yearbook sales, ad sales, and business sponsorships. Students who apply for and are appointed to editorial positions at the discretion of the Faculty Advisor will receive Honors credit. Additionally, this class can be taken multiple times as an extended study option. 
PREREQUISITE: Placement

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