The Introduction to Business course is the foundational course for the Business Studies program. This course introduces students to the world of business. Students will develop an understanding of the functions of business, including economics, accounting, marketing, information and communication technology, human resources, production, management, international business, finance, entrepreneurship, 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.

 

Required Learning:  Big Ideas

  1. Understand how businesses respond to needs, wants, supply, and demand.
  2. Demonstrate an understanding of ethics and social responsibility in business.
  3. Describe sound management practices in business.
  4. Understand the importance of human resources, marketing, and accounting in business.
  5. Understand and demonstrate how companies and individuals deal with income and spending issues.
  6. Demonstrate an understanding of effective investment practices.

 

Evidence of Learning

List of particular demonstrations of knowledge & skills for both term (70) and final (30). Note: Assessment type is subject to change throughout the term. Below is merely a list of different types of assessment that can be used to demonstrate evidence of learning.

 

Assessment of Big Ideas will come in the form of:

  • Tests
  • Written Reports
  • Personal Reflections
  • Oral Presentations

50

Finance Fridays/Wall Street Survivor will be assessed via:

  • Tests
  • Written Assignments
  • Personal Reflections

20

Final Evaluation: Summative Assignment (In Class)

  • Business Report (10)
  • Presentation (10)
  • Test (10)
30
Total 100