Business Education

Course Description

Accounting I: This course introduces students to accounting concepts, principles, and procedures. The course emphasizes the skills, knowledge, and attitudes necessary for individuals to conduct personal business or to further their education in the field of accounting.

Advanced Accounting II: Accounting II provides the student an opportunity to review and further develop the fundamental accounting principles using technology. The course helps students to develop additional skills in applying principles used in accounting systems and methods commonly found in business. Accounting II is designed for students interested in continuing their education at the post secondary level or entering the workforce.

Administrative Office Procedures and Co-op: Prerequisite: keyboarding or BCIS recommended This course provides students with actual work experience in an office job, typically working 1 to 5 P.M. Monday through Friday. Classroom instruction coordinates with on-the-job-experience which may include a variety of office task suck as producing documents using Microsoft office software, receptionist duties, filing, faxing, copying, ordering supplies, and internet applications.

Banking and Financial Systems: This course will introduce banking and financial concepts, principles and procedures  and emphasize the role of money in the modern economy. The student will be able to recognize the economic theories and financial forces that influence international business. The student will compare consumer financial transactions with government transactions.

Business Communications: Prerequisite, 1/2 credit or equivalent Students will develop reading, writing, listening, and speaking skills for effective communication in business situations. The student will be able to send and receive clear and complete oral, written, and electronic messages. This course emphasizes the mechanics of word usage, sentence structure, organization of ideas, and composition of various types of messages, and includes experiences in listening and responding.

Business Computer Information Systems I: Prerequisite: keyboarding recommended BCIS I develops technology skills with applications to personal or business situations focusing on word processing, spreadsheets, databases, telecommunications, desktop publishing, presentation management, networking, operating systems, and emerging technologies; and develops intermediate level skills. Note: this course, taken for one full year (both A & B semesters), counts toward one credit of Technology Applications.

Business Computer Information Systems II, MOUS Certification: Prerequisite: BCIS I prepares students with advanced technology skills required by the business environment. Applications include word processing, spreadsheets, databases, telecommunications, desktop publishing, presentation management, networking, operating systems, and emerging technologies. Students complete the course with advanced skill level in word processing, spreadsheet, and database applications. Note: this course, taken for one full year both (a & b) semesters), counts toward one credit of Technology Applications.

Business Computer Programming: Prerequisite: Keyboarding or BCIS I recommended (students will have 100% access to the computer.) The student is provided with opportunities to become familiar with operating computer hardware, creating structure programs with the introduction of a programming language, demonstrate an understanding of computer language, vocabulary and concepts, and develop skills related to step-by-step problem solving, coding, executing, testing, debugging, data storage and retrieval, and program documentation. Employment opportunities in various business environments will be explored. Note: This course, taken for one full year both (a & b semesters), counts toward one credit of Technology Applications.

Business Image Management and Multimedia: Prerequisite: keyboarding or BCIS I recommended students become proficient in designing, importing, and manipulating advanced text, graphics, audio and video used in presentation management, multimedia productions, publishing systems, and emerging technologies. Note: This course, taken for one full year both (a & b semesters), counts toward one credit of Technology Applications.

Business Law: this course provides insight into the evolution and development of laws that govern business in our society. Students will develop a clear understanding of their rights and duties within the business environment.

Business office Systems a, b: This course introduces practical business procedures; develops foundation for competency and self-sufficiency in today's world; develops flexibility for the rapidly-changing business environment and other skills necessary for success in the workforce; reinforces reading, writing, and calculating skills; and develops effective communications and information management using emerging technology including telecommunications.

Internetworking Technology I & II: This is an innovative course based on Cisco Networking Academy Program. Students are taught to design, build, and maintain computer networks. The Academy curriculum covers a broad range of topics, from basic networking skills such as pulling cable to more complex concepts such as applying advanced troubleshooting tools. The academy program provides students with a basic foundation in networking. Students who successfully complete this portion of the program are eligible to earn Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA™) certification. The academy program combines instructor-lead, online learning with hands-on laboratory exercises where students apply what they learn in class while working on actual networks. In addition to networking and other technology skills, the Academy program helps students improve math, science, writing, and problem-solving abilities. To ensure a well-rounded educational  experience, learning objectives in the curriculum are tied to national math and science standards as well as to workforce competencies. Students must attend both semesters each year. Students are required to apply for entrance to the program and go through a screening process. This course is taken in conjunction with Technology/Independent Study I & II. The course is subject to approval by TEA and the Pasadena I.S.D. School Board.

Introduction to Business: This course introduces student to the role of business in the lives of individuals as consumers, workers, and citizens. Topics include overview of economic systems, characteristics of businesses, international business, government's role in business, legal and ethics aspects. Student examines consumer issues--money and money management, banking system and services, paychecks and taxes; develops an awareness of the job market and entrepreneurial opportunities; understands the workplace and workforce; makes a career plan based on self-inventory; and develops employment skills in applying for a job.

Keyboarding: In this course the students  learns to operate the keyboard by  "touch" and learn proper formatting of documents for personal and business use. Opportunities are provided for students to apply their keyboarding skills in "real life" situations and to help students achieve their potential in keyboarding speed and accuracy. Students planning to take other business/computer courses should take keyboarding during the ninth grade, if possible.

Medical/Legal Office Procedures (Skills Center): Prerequisite: Keyboarding recommended. This is a Three-hour computer lab course focusing on preparing students for jobs in the medical and legal fields. Course includes professional activities and responsibilities in medical and legal offices and word processing skills using both Microsoft Office and Word Perfect Software. Students will learn medical and legal terminology and how to use industry-specific medical and legal software for scheduling and billing. Additionally, includes instruction in the use of a variety of office equipment. Students engage in hands-on activities while participating in a simulated medical clinic and law office.

Recordkeeping: Develops understanding of and skill in maintaining accurate records; includes skills used in everyday business activities both for personal and professional use; provides an opportunity to develop skills related to personal financial management as well as budgeting, financial planning, cashier's records, handing of money, and tasks common to simple office practices.

Telecommunications/Networking: Prerequisite: BCIS I recommended Students will apply technical skills to address business applications of emerging technologies. The student will assess the impact of telecommunications and analyze the various types and components of networking. With appropriate supervision, the student will create, edit, install and maintain web pages for the school website.

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