Course Title: | MS Business Foundations Section JF |
Course Code: | msbujafr |
MA NCES Code: | 12051 |
Discipline: | Mathematics, Business |
Grade Level: | 07, 08 |
Level: | Middle School |
Offering: | Fall Only (Fall: 25 Seats; )
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Duration: | 15 weeks |
Prerequisites: | Ability to manipulate numbers and use simple pre-algebra formulas.
It is suggested that students have headphones for this class, but it is not required. Students will be using a voice board during this class and will need to listen to and record messages. If your school does not have the necessary equipment for this tool, students can still participate by typing their messages into the voice board. |
Additional Requirements: | |
Accredited by: | Middle States Commission on Secondary Schools; Northwest Accreditation Commission |
Course Requires a Media Kit to be Shipped to Students:
No |
Course Requires a Media Kit to be Purchased by Course Sponsor
(see additional details below):
No |
Description:
We hear about stock market gains and losses in the news each day – but what does it all really mean? In this course, you will learn about the fundamentals of investing, and even have the chance to invest your money and compare your results with the rest of the class!
We will learn how to create a budget, learn about banks and checking accounts, and discover how quickly money can grow. What do you know about credit and credit cards? In this course you will have the opportunity to look at credit card offers and learn about the ways credit card companies get new customers.
Have you ever thought of starting a part-time business? In this class you will have the opportunity to decide what type of business you would like to own, create your own advertisements, and learn about business competition.
Finally…accounting, what is it? This course will help you understand the importance of accounting concepts and how all businesses, including yours, need them! If you are interested in business and like using math in real world situations, join us as we discover MS Business Foundations!
** This course may also be appropriate for gifted and talented 6th grade students who have met the prerequisites** |