Accounting
1 credit
Prerequisite: Pass Algebra Regents Exam
Prepares students to keep accurate financial records for a business. The complete accounting cycle is presented, and students learn the basic procedures used to operate a business. Students will manage all types of financial information including making business decisions, preparing and interpreting financial reports and recording ALL transactions for a business. Students perform accounting tasks for service businesses organized as proprietorships and for merchandising businesses organized as a partnership. Students will learn how to construct the main financial statements as well as get a foundation on which to continue studying business and accounting at the collegiate level.
Business Computer Applications
½ credit
This course will provide students with instruction in Microsoft Office. Students will learn to type an average of 35-45 words per minute using touch typing method. Students will become proficient in MS Word, MS Excel, MS PowerPoint and Publisher. Software products used are the Microsoft Office suite and Windows Operating Systems.
Business Math
1 credit
Prerequisite: Pass Algebra Regents Exam
An introduction to understanding personal finances as it relates to students becoming financially literate and independent. Topics include: payroll types, net income, budgeting, calculating interest, banking, using credit wisely, understanding vehicle costs, income taxes, and investment.
College Personal Finance
½ HS credit; 3 College credits
Prerequisite: Pass Algebra 1 Regents Exam
This course introduces students to the subject areas needed to manage their economic future. Students are introduced to the US economic and financial systems, financial planning, banking, consumer credit, leasing, retirement planning and investing, real estate investing, health insurance, and risk management.
Sports Marketing
½ credit
This course focuses on the basic concepts of marketing and specifically applies to the Sports and Entertainment industry. In particular, students learn the special nature of the sports industry as it relates to marketing, products and services unique to sports marketing, sports media, stadium design, development, and marketing of a sports team.