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Business Studies
Grade 9
Courses Offered: BBI1O5 / BTT1O5
Introduction to Business (Open) BBI1O5 ½ credit to be taken in combination with BTT1O5
This course introduces students to the world of business. Students will develop an understanding of the
functions of business, including accounting, marketing, information technology, human resources, and
production, and of the importance of ethics and social responsibility. This course builds a foundation for further
studies in business and helps students develop the business knowledge and skills they will need in their
everyday lives.
Information and Communication Technology in Business (Open) BTT1O5 ½ credit to be
taken in combination with BBI1O5
This course introduces students to information and communication technology in a business environment and
builds a foundation of digital literacy skills necessary for success in a technologically driven society. Students
will develop word processing, spreadsheet, database, desktop publishing, presentation software, and website
design skills. Throughout the course, there is an emphasis on digital literacy, effective electronic research and
communication skills, and current issues related to the impact of information and communication technology.
Unit or Topic Content or Description
- word processing
- reports - single and multi-page
Digital Literacy - enumerations and bullets, using tabs
- personal business letters
- tables, drawing tools, screen capture
- role business plays in meeting consumer’s need and wants
Role and Impact of Business - functions of a business
- proprietorship, partnership, corporation,
Types of Business Ownership
cooperatives and franchises
- as a research tool
Internet - as a way to create or expand business
- electronic communication
- saving / investing
Personal Finance - credit
- how to earn and protect a credit rating
Database - creating, editing, and preparing reports
- parts of a computer and what they do
Computer Networks
- setting up a network; sharing peripherals
- how businesses remain successful
Conducting Business - characteristics of a successful business owner
- competing for customers
Electronic Presentation - creating and enhancing Powerpoint presentations
- create website using Frontpage or web based
Webpage Design
design software
This course is intended for grade 9 students who want to take a course that gives an overview of how business
works and builds useful computer skills.Business Studies
Grade 10
Courses Offered: BBI2O5/BTT2O5
Introduction to Business (Open) BBI2O5 ½ credit to be taken in combination with BTT2O5
This course is a continuation of BBI1O5 and introduces students to the world of business. Students will develop
an understanding of the functions of business, including accounting, marketing, information technology, human
resources, and production, and of the importance of ethics and social responsibility. This course builds a
foundation for further studies in business and helps students develop the business knowledge and skills they
will need in their everyday lives.
Prerequisite: None
Information and Communication Technology in Business (Open) BTT2O5 ½ credit to be taken
in combination with BBI2O5
This course is a continuation of BTT1O5 and introduces students to information and communication
technology in a business environment and builds a foundation of digital literacy skills necessary for success in
a technologically driven society. Students will develop word processing, spreadsheet, database, desktop
publishing, presentation software, and website design skills. Throughout the course, there is an emphasis on
digital literacy, effective electronic research and communication skills, and current issues related to the impact
of information and communication technology.
Prerequisite: None
Unit or Topic Content or Description
Advanced Word Processing
- reports
Digital Literacy
- personal business letters
- effective use of tabs, bullets, and numbering
Digital Literacy Spreadsheets
- inventory, payroll, sales, budgets, financial planning
- personal banking
Financial Literacy: Personal - budgeting, cost of credit
Finance, Banking, Consumer Credit - how to invest your money
- how to retire rich
- why countries need to trade
International Business - business cultures in countries around the world
- do you know when you are being duped?
Marketing - advertising media and techniques
- create your own marketing program for a product
- introductory accounting-manual and
Accounting
computerized systems
Desktop Publishing
Digital Literacy
- calendars, brochures, menus, flyers
- do you want to run your own business?
Entrepreneurship - are you well suited?
- where can you find help?
This course is intended for grade 10, 11 and 12 students who want to take a course that shows them a bit about
how business works and gives them some useful computer skills to take to the job market.Business Studies
Grade 11
Courses Offered: BMI3C1, BAF3M1, BTA3O1
Marketing: Goods, Services, Events (College Preparation) BMI3C1
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.
Prerequisite: None
Unit or Topic Content or Description
- The Marketing Process Business Basics
Marketing Fundamentals - Developing the Marketing Concept
- Market Forces and Basics of Economics
- Role of Government
- Target Marketing
- Consumers and Competition
Reaching Your Market - Marketing Research
- Not-for Profit Marketing
- Information Technology & Social Media in Marketing
The Marketing Mix - Product, Branding, Price, Place, Promotion
- The Sales Process
Trends in Marketing - Social Responsibility & Global Marketing
- International Trade
Marketing Plan -Summative Marketing Plan Project
Financial Accounting Fundamentals (University/College Preparation) BAF3M1
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 current issues and ethics in
accounting
Prerequisite: None
Unit or Topic Content or Description
- Accounting for a business that provides a service
Accounting for a Service Business
- Manual and computer accounting systems used
- Accounting for a business that buys and sells a product
Accounting for Merchandising
- Manual and computer accounting systems used
Cash Control and Internal Controls - How does a business keep their cash safe
Special Journals - Synoptic and five journal systems
Financial Statement Analysis - What do a company’s financial statements tell youInformation and Communication Technology: (Open) BTA3O1
The Digital Environment
This course prepares students for the digital environment. Using a hands-on approach, students will further
develop information and communication technology skills through the use of common business software
applications. The concept and operation of e-business will be explored, and students will design and create an
e-business website. The skills developed in this course will prepare students for success in the workplace
and/or post-secondary studies.
Prerequisite: None
Unit or Topic Content or Description
Create folders and organize the contents of the course. Standard
skills such as creation, copying, moving, renaming of files, history
Windows Environment
or windows. Hardware and software relating to business
applications.
Using industry standard software, create a variety of assignments
to help the student learn the proper way to set up certain business
Word Processing
documents as well as helping with report and essay writing
formats. Letters, newsletters, tables, graphics, columns, etc.
Using web-based software, students will learn the basic features
Web Page Design and functions of web authoring software with business
applications.
Research & Presentation Using the Students will research a topic relevant to today and present their
Web findings electronically.
Students to use industry standard software to create a variety of
Spreadsheet assignments to help the student learn proper utilization of
formulae and functions as they apply to business situations.
Students use industry standard software to develop an awareness
Database of table, query, and report creation in a variety of business
situations.
Students will develop an online store environment with their
understanding of E-Business as developed during this unit.
E-Business and E-Commerce Security, payment methods and product display are relevant
topics covered. Lays the ground work for BTX next year which
publishes and utilizes Netstores.
This course will be of use to any student wishing to improve their productivity with the computer. Most
students can utilize procedures learned here in the creation and completion of work for other courses they take
here, at college, at university, or at work. Hand in better looking essays and reports. Be more productive
with your time.
Co-op - Business Studies: BMI3CD, BAF3MD, BTA3OD
*See Experiential Learning section for more detailed informationBusiness Studies
Grade 12
Courses Offered: BDV4C1, BAT4M1, BBB4M1, BOH4M1, IDC4UF
Entrepreneurship: Venture Planning in an Electronic Age (College Preparation) BDV4C1
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.
Prerequisite: None
Unit of Topic Content or Description
-E-Commerce Challenges and Opportunities
E-Commerce and Venture Planning -The Impact of E-Commerce
-Evaluating Website Design
-Start-up Challenges and Opportunities
-Identifying and Evaluating Entrepreneurial Opportunities
The Venture Concept -Generating, Selecting and Assessing Ideas
-Types of Ventures
-Venture Plan Components & Organizing Information for Venture
Preparing for Start-up -Management Requirements Venture
-Legal Requirements, Financing
-Market Analysis
Targeting Customers
-Promotional Strategies
-Preparing the Venture Plan
Developing the Venture Plan -Venture Website Design
-Assessing and Revising the Plan, Including the Website
This course will be of interest to any student who wishes to start their own business either as a summer venture
or as a career option.Financial Accounting Principles (University/College Preparation) BAT4M1
This course introduces students to advanced accounting principles that will prepare them for post-secondary
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 further develops accounting
methods for assets and introduces accounting for partnerships, corporations, and sources of financing.
Prerequisite: BAF3M1
Unit or Topic Content or Description
Review of Grade 11 Program - Accounting cycle for service and merchandising businesses
Accounting for Accounts Receivable - Accounting for bad debts
Accounting for Inventory - Periodic and perpetual systems to account for Merchandise
- Accounting for purchasing, amortizing, upgrading and
Accounting for Capital Assets
disposing of capital assets
Accounting for Equity in a Partnership - How to distribute income amongst partners
and Corporation - How to account for sale of shares and distribution of dividends
Bank Reconciliations, Cash Control
- controls useful for personal and business cash control
and Internal Controls
- Quantitative tools to analyze what information can be
Financial Statement Analysis
ascertained from financial statements
Preparing the Statement of Cash Flow - How to prepare and what it tells you about the business
International Business Fundamentals (University/College Preparation) BBB4M1
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 post-secondary programs in business, including international
business, marketing, and management.
Prerequisite: None
Unit or Topic Content or Description
-Terms, concepts, and basic business practices related to international business
Business, Trade - Analyse the impact of international business on Canada’s economy
and the Economy - Demonstrate an understanding of how international business and economic
activities increase the interdependence of nations
The Global - Analyse ways in which globalization has affected Canadian businesses
Environment for - Influences affecting a country’s ability to participate in international business
Business - Current trends in global business activity and economic conditions
Factors Influencing - Cultural factors influencing international business methods and operations
Success in - Political, economic, and geographic factors influencing international business
International - Common mistakes made by businesses in international markets
Markets - Factors affecting the international competitiveness of Canadian businesses
Marketing - Challenges facing a business wanting to market a product internationally
Challenges and - Comparing approaches taken by companies to market their products internationally
Approaches, and - Demonstrate an understanding of the logistics of, and challenges associated with
Distribution distribution to local, national, and international markets
- Ways in which ethical consideration affect international business decisions
Working in
- Assess the working environment in international markets
International
- Demonstrate an understanding of the process for crossing international borders as
Markets
it relates to international businessBusiness Leadership: Management Fundamentals (University/College Preparation) BOH4M1
This course focuses on the development of leadership skills used in managing a successful business. Students
will analyze the role of a leader in business with a focus on decision making, management of group dynamics,
workplace stress and conflict, motivation of employees, and planning. Effective business communication skills,
ethics, and social responsibility will be emphasized throughout the course.
Prerequisite: None
Unit or Topic Content or Description
- introduction to organizations and management theory
Foundations of Management - effective business communication
- issues, ethics and social responsibility
Leading - Human behaviour impacting the success of employees and organization
- group work and team development, leadership techniques
Management Challenges - communication in the workplace
- stress and conflict management, how to motivate employees
- importance of planning, planning tools & techniques, strategic planning
Planning and Controlling - how to manage change
- controlling organizations and employees
Organizing - organizational structures and the changing nature of work
- human resources
Investment and Finance (University Preparation) IDC4UF (Interdisciplinary Studies)
This course provides an opportunity to learn about investing and financial management for individuals and
corporations. Students will investigate capital markets with a focus on Canadian stock market(s) and other
financial securities and how they affect both the individual investor and corporations. Students enrolled in this
class will partake in an investment contest where they will actively manage a hypothetical portfolio on-line.
Students will analyze companies and scrutinize their corporate strategies. Events in the business news, and
the effects on corporations will be discussed and interpreted as well as personal investment
Prerequisite: Any U/M preparation course
Unit or Topic Content or Description
-Introduction to investing, economic indicators,
Basics of Capital Markets
- Analyze stock market efficiency, Assessing risk
- Constructing a portfolio
- Investment strategies, Assessing IPOs
The Stock Market - Stock basics and analysis, participating in the stock market
- Analyze commodity markets
- Analyse alternative investment funds (hedge, ETF, mutual)
- Demonstrate investment techniques
Mutual Funds & Corporate Governance - Corporate Governance
- Frauds & Scams
-Taxes
Culminating Activity/Independent Study - Stock Market Challenge and Presentation
Co-op - Business Studies: BBB4MD, BAT4MD4, BOH4MD, BDV4CD
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