Technology and Business

Business and Accounting

Introduction to Business courses are available for grade 9 and 10 students as well as a business technology course where students can explore different software and technologies used in business. Senior students have an opportunity to explore courses in International business, marketing, entrepreneurship, and business leadership. As well as earn a college credit with our course on Financial Accounting Fundamentals, a dual credit in partnership with Fleming college.

BEM1O
Building the Entrepreneurial Mindset
Grade 9, Open
Prerequisite: None

In this course, students will learn what makes an entrepreneur thrive and the skills required to succeed in today’s business environment. Students will begin to develop their own entrepreneurial mindset, and learn why it’s important to take initiative, adapt to change, find creative solutions, and understand the financial considerations of entrepreneurship. This hands-on course will use business software and applications to help students plan and develop their entrepreneurial ideas and learn how to present them to a target audience. Throughout the course, students will enhance their communications skills as well as develop and refine their project management skills, including goal setting, time management, and networking.

BEP2O
Launching and Leading a Business
Grade 10, Open
Prerequisite: None

This course introduces students to the world of business and what is required to be successful, ethical, and responsible in today’s economy. Students will develop the knowledge and skills needed to be an entrepreneur who knows how to respond to local and global market opportunities. Throughout the course, students will explore and understand the responsibility of managing different functions of a business. This includes accounting, marketing, information and communication technology, financial management, human resources, and production.

BAF3M
Financial Accounting Fundamentals
Grade 11, University/College Preparation
Prerequisite: None

This course introduces students to the fundamental principles and procedures of accounting. Students will develop financial analysis and decision-making skills that will assist them in future studies and/or career opportunities in business. Students will acquire an understanding of accounting for a service and a merchandising business, computerized accounting, financial analysis, and ethics and current issues in accounting.

BMI3C
Marketing: Goods, Services, Events
Grade 11, College Preparation
Prerequisite: None

This course introduces the fundamental concepts of product marketing, which includes the marketing of goods, services, and events. Students will examine how trends, issues, global economic changes, and information technology influence consumer buying habits. Students will engage in marketing research, develop marketing strategies, and produce a marketing plan for a product of their choice.

BDP3O
The Enterprising Person
Grade 11, Open
Prerequisite: None

This course examines the importance of enterprising employees in today’s changing business environment. Students will learn about the skills and attributes of enterprising employees, the distinguishing features of their work environments, and the challenges and rewards of becoming an enterprising person. Students will also have an opportunity to demonstrate and develop enterprising skills by planning and organizing a school or community event.

BAT4M
Financial Accounting Principles
Grade 12, University/College Preparation
Prerequisite: BAF3M

This course introduces students to advanced accounting principles that will prepare them for postsecondary studies in business. Students will learn about financial statements for various forms of business ownership and how those statements are interpreted in making business decisions.This course expands students’ knowledge of sources of financing, further develops accounting methods for assets, and introduces accounting for partnerships and corporations.

BBB4M
International Business Fundamentals
Grade 12, University/College Preparation
Prerequisite: None

This course provides an overview of the importance of international business and trade in the global economy and explores the factors that influence success in international markets. Students will learn about the techniques and strategies associated with marketing, distribution, and managing international business effectively. This course prepares students for postsecondary programs in business, including international business, marketing, and management.

BDV4C
Entrepreneurship: Venture Planning in an Electronic Age
Grade 12, College Preparation
Prerequisite: None

This course provides students with the opportunity to develop and apply entrepreneurial skills through the creation of a venture plan that capitalizes on the potential of e-commerce. Students will research and identify an opportunity for a venture. They will then complete the components of a venture plan that includes a website.

Computer Technology

Students can expand their knowledge and skills in the realm of computer technology by exploring computer systems, networking, interfacing, and programming, as well as electronics and robotics in these computer technology courses. Students will also have an opportunity to explore environmental and societal issues when it comes to computer technology, and will learn about college and university programs leading to careers in computer technology. 

Hospitality & Tourism

This course helps students to develop an understanding of the hospitality and tourism industry. Students gain hands on experience in the kitchen when learning proper food handling techniques and improving their cooking skills. These courses dive into the different cultures as well as place a focus on nutrition and health, and the benefits of it. Senior student can earn a college credit with a dual credit course in Cooking.

Transportation Technology

These courses provide students with an opportunity to expand their technical knowledge when it comes to cars and small engines. Students will learn to test, service, and repair engine, electrical, suspension, brake, and steering systems on vehicles and small engines.  They will develop their teamwork skills by working with one another to complete various repair jobs in the auto shop classroom.