Intro to Business-2017-2018 SYLLABUS (2)

ENTREPRENEURSHIP PATHWAY

Introduction to Business Course Syllabus Instructor: Mrs. Amy Lincoln

Lumpkin County High School Room: E-10
2017-2018 Email: [email protected]

Course Description:

Introduction to Business is the foundational course for the Business and Technology,
Entrepreneurship, and Human Resources Management Pathways. The course is designed for

high school students as a gateway to the career pathways above, and provides an overview of
business and technology skills required for today’s business environment. Knowledge of

business principles, the impact of financial decisions, and technology proficiencies demanded
by business combine to establish elements of this course. Emphasis is placed on developing

proficient fundamental computer skills required for all career pathways. Students will learn
essentials for working in a business environment, managing a business, and owning a business.

The intention of this course is to prepare students to be successful both personally and
professionally in an information based society. Students will not only understand the concepts,

but apply their knowledge to situations and defend their actions/decisions/choices through the
knowledge and skills acquired in this course. Employability skills are integrated into activities,

tasks and projects throughout the course standards to demonstrate the skills required by
business and industry. Competencies in the co-curricular student organization, Future Business

Leaders of America (FBLA) are integral components of both the employability skills standards
and content standards for this course.

Course Goals:

The Introduction to Business course is comprised of the 12 course standards as outlined by the
Georgia Department of Education. These 12 standards will be integrated throughout the entire

course and reinforced through lecture, independent study, classroom discussions and
participation, individual presentations and assignments, group project work and competency

exams. The standards and objectives covered in the course include how to:
1. Demonstrate employability skills required by business and industry.

2. Apply technology as a tool to increase productivity to create, edit, and publish
industry-appropriate documents.

3. Master word processing software to create, edit, and publish professional-appearing
business documents.

4. Analyze and integrate leadership skills and management functions within the business

environment.
5. Demonstrate understanding of the concept of marketing and its importance to

business ownership.
6. Use professional oral, written, and digital communication skills to create, express, and

interpret information and ideas.
7. Demonstrate an understanding of entrepreneurship through recognizing a business

opportunity, how to start a business based on the recognized opportunity, and basics
of how to operate and maintain that business.

8. Understand, interpret, and use accounting principles to make financial decisions.
9. Develop effective money management strategies and understand the role and

functions of financial institutions.
10. Research and interpret the various risks involved in operating a business while

determining the role of insurance for a business.

11. Examine basic human resources and the legal aspects of a business while
incorporating the methods into business practices.

12. Explore how related student organizations are integral parts of career and technology
education courses through leadership development, school and community service

projects, entrepreneurship development, and competitive events.

Prerequisites:
None

End of Pathway Assessment (EOPA): The EOPA for the Entrepreneurship pathway is

administered once a student completes all three required courses (Introduction to Business and
Technology, Legal Environment of Business and Entrepreneurship). In order to receive the

course certification and associated graduation cord, students must achieve a passing grade as
compared to the current year’s cut-score. The assessment is the General Management

Pathway 6203 assessment by NOCTI.

Career Fields and Opportunities Associated with Entrepreneurship:

Advertising and Marketing Research and Development Business Ed Teacher

Human Resources Accounting and Finance Public Relations

Leadership and Management Computer Science Business Owner

Supply List: - Pencil
- Notebook Paper
Required: - Tabs/page dividers
- Blue or Black Pen (papers must be in ink or typed) - Ear buds/headphones (recommended)

- 3-ring binder/notebook (1 inch)
- Access to Google Classroom (will cover in class)

- Jump drive (highly recommended)

Students are required to keep a notebook. The notebook should be ready to submit randomly

on any given day during the semester. It should be divided into 5 sections as follows:

a. Notes d. Current Events

b. Study Guides and Tests e. Everfi

c. Projects f. FBLA

Text: A variety of online resources will be used including EverFi, CTAE Resource Network
(http://gactaern.org/) and text Intro to Business (2006) by Dlabay,Burrow, and Eggland.

Students are not allowed to remove a book from the classroom unless they formally check-out
the book from the Media Center.

Availability for extra help: Mrs. Lincoln is available before school from 7:15 a.m. – 7:40 a.m.

first semester and after school from 2:30 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. second semester. Notify in advance
to ensure availability.

Student Responsibilities, Rules and Expectations:

The amount of material covered in this class is extensive and each student comes to class with
different levels of knowledge and experience. It is the responsibility of the student to routinely

check for their understanding of the material and to ask questions on unclear material. A mark
of a successful student is the ability to be aware of your opportunity areas and to frequently

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assess where you are in order to perform well. Suggestions on how to meet this expectation
are as follows:

1. Students are expected to be on time, prepared, and ready to work every day. This
means you must bring to class everyday the following: Entrepreneurship binder,
paper and writing utensil.

2. Food, drinks, ipods, cell phones and similar devices are not allowed in the classroom.
3. Always sit in your assigned seat.
4. Always show respect for teacher, students, and school property.
5. Every student is responsible for their lab area, which includes proper disposal of

trash, straightening the area, closing any open computer applications and putting
away materials as applicable.
6. Restroom breaks and other errands must be taken care of between classes. Should
you have an emergency, then your agenda book will be used as a hall pass. Try to
avoid being out of the classroom.
7. Being prepared - completing assigned material BEFORE coming to class
8. Frequent, meaningful contributions to discussions
9. Willingness to try something new
10. Willingness to work with other students
11. Complete and thoughtful written and oral assignments
12. A positive attitude

Grading Policy/Distribution:
1. Late work will not be accepted in most cases. This is at teacher discretion.
2. If a student is going to miss class for any reason, it is the student’s responsibility to let
the teacher know as soon as possible. It is better for you to have the work ahead of
time. If you are sick, then email the teacher so that you can at least know what you
missed and can think of a plan on how to catch up.
3. Any student caught cheating will receive a 0 on that assignment.
4. Lumpkin County School System Grading Scale:
a. A = 90 – 100
b. B = 80 – 89
c. C = 70 – 79
d. F = 69 and below
5. Grades will be configured based on the following:
- Daily Grades (Classroom participation, Current Events, Homework, Labs, Quizzes,
Work Ethic): 40%
- Exams/Presentations (Exams, Projects, Presentations): 40%
- Final Exam or Presentation: 20%

Exams/Presentations: Exams will be administered at the end of each major unit of study.
Students will be given a minimum of 1-week notice of exams.

Homework: Homework will be assigned as needed. Students should be able to complete the
majority of class and project work in class. In the event a student cannot finish or is absent,
work will be assigned as homework.

Make-up Work: Students will be allowed to make-up work from an excused absence according
to the LCHS policy.

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Current Events:
Students are expected to be familiar with current business issues – locally, nationally and
internationally. Students will be required to submit a RECENT (no older than 2 weeks) current
event weekly from well-respected and reliable resources such as: The Dahlonega Nugget,
Atlanta Journal Constitution (www.ajc.com), Business Week (www.businessweek.com), Wall
Street Journal (http://online.wsj.com ) Yahoo News (http://news.yahoo.com/us or
http://news.yahoo.com/world ), Washington Post (www.washingtonpost.com/business), or
Google News (http://news.google.com ). Each article must be of suitable length (a minimum of
4 paragraphs) and should be submitted in PRINT form in combination with your TYPED
analysis. The analysis should be at least 3 paragraphs in length including the following:

1. Business name(s) involved in the article.
2. Business issue – what is it and how does the article relate to the business world?
3. Who is impacted and how? (customer, employee, management, environment,

supplier, government, local economy, etc.)
4. How was the issue resolved or what are the next steps towards resolution (if

applicable)?
5. What do you think could have been done differently (if applicable)?
6. What is your opinion? (Why do you think the situation happened?)

Individual Project/Presentations:
Students will be required to participate in individual project and presentations throughout the
course. Details for these assignments will be announced as they are given throughout the
semester.

Group Project Work:
Students will be required to participate in a minimum of 2 major group projects throughout the
course. Details for these assignments will be announced as they are given throughout the
semester.

Competition Eligibility Requirement:
For a student to participate in CTAE-associated competition and represent Lumpkin County
High School, he/she must be passing at least three of the four classes for that semester.
Additionally, the student must have passed at least three of the four classes in the previous
semester. One week prior to the competition, students’ grades will be reviewed in light of this
requirement.

Technology Guidelines: Students are expected to follow LCHS technology usage
guidelines at all times.

Student Honor Code:
As a Lumpkin County High School student, I accept both the responsibilities and the
consequences for the freedom to make choices, and I understand I am accountable for the
following code:

1. I will refuse to tolerate dishonesty. I will not participate in, encourage, or condone
cheating, lying, plagiarism or stealing.

2. I will exhibit the desire and effort necessary to achieve academically, and I understand
that no other activity takes priority over learning at Lumpkin County High School.

3. I will show respect to other students, teachers and staff through my behavior, speech and
sportsmanship.

4. I will be a proud representative of my school both on and off campus.

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FBLA (Future Business Leaders of America) Membership:
FBLA is part of the Introduction to Business and Technology Course Standards. As such, there
are assignments directly aligned to support FBLA activities and events. Students are strongly
encouraged to join FBLA. FBLA is the premier organization for students preparing for careers
in business and the largest student business organization in the world with a quarter of a
million members. FBLA prepares students for "real-world" professional experiences. Members
gain the competitive edge for college and career success. While completion of FBLA
assignments are required for the class, membership in FBLA is not a requirement. Please see
the attached information/registration form for further information.

Work Ethic Assessment for Business Development Classroom
CTAE teachers are charged with getting students ready to face the demands and expectations
of the world of work and higher education. Each day, students should approach the classroom
ready to learn and consider themselves in training for future careers. Proper behavior and
etiquette are a part of this training. Therefore, students will earn a weekly Work Ethics grade,
which is a reflection of their willingness to cooperate and participate in a productive learning
environment. The work-ethic grade is based upon their participation and behavior during class
time. Please review the following work-ethic infractions list to review the points deducted for
each item. The teacher enforces these rules of conduct in preparation for the world of work
where superiors will expect these baseline behaviors and responsibilities. One warning will be
given before deduction in most cases.

Work Ethic Violation Point Deduction
No agenda 5
5
No binder or writing instrument 5
Inefficient use of class time (off task) 10

Use of electronic devices without 10
permission 10
15
Cell Phone (visible/usage) 5
Uncooperative attitude with peers 10
Disrespect/insubordination toward teacher 10
10
Tardy/Absent per instance 5
Mistreatment of school property

Sharing/copying work
Out of seat and/or disrupting others
Failure to listen and follow directions

Total _____ /100 = _____ %

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Dear Student/Parent,

Every student will be required to utilize Google Classroom and their student school Google email
account for classroom use. Parents are encouraged to monitor the email account as they deem
necessary.

In the event of inclement weather, students will need to check Google Classroom for posted
assignments. A total of 5 days of assignments (if needed) will be present in the event of bad
weather. In the event you are without power, assignment due dates will be 5 days from our return
to school. My advice is to print the assignments as soon as the threat of bad weather hits. You
will find the assignments posted within the announcement page of Google Classroom.

Please sign and date the following agreement and return promptly to class.

Sincerely,

Amy Lincoln
Business Education Teacher

Lumpkin County High School

706-864-6186 x20510
[email protected]

Introduction to Business and Technology Syllabus Agreement Form

I have read and understand the classroom policies and procedures, Student Honor Code, as well as the
Work-Ethic assessment and have reviewed them with my child for this Introduction to Business and
Technology class.

Student name (print): ____________________________________________ Period: ________

Student signature: _____________________________________________ Date: __________

Parent/Guardian name (print): _____________________________________________________

Parent/Guardian Signature: _______________________________________________________

Parent/Guardian email: __________________________________________________________

Parent/Guardian phone: __________________________________________________________

Other contact phone: ____________________________________________________________

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