With help and support, ask and answer questions about careers in accounting.

Ask and answer questions about right and wrong (ethics) in the classroom.

Ask and answer questions about items you or your family own.

Ask and answer questions about money you or your family owes.

Ask and answer questions about being compensated for completing a task.

Explore various accounting careers.

Explain the need for ethics in the classroom and business.

Identify family and business assets.

Identify family and business liabilities.

Ask and answer questions about ownership in a business.

Discuss supplies needed to run a business.

Recognize and give examples of revenue.

Recognize and give examples of expenses.

Describe the different methods of how people are compensated.

Discuss the different forms of business ownership in the community.

Discuss problems associated not having enough cash.

Identify costs in business.

Identify knowledge, skills, and attitudes needed for careers in accounting.

Describe ethical and unethical business practices related to accounting.

Identify the parts of the accounting equation.

Describe the components of the accounting cycle.

Explore various technologies used in accounting.

Identify, recognize, and classify short- and long-term assets.

Identify, recognize, and classify short- and long-term liabilities.

Discuss the value of family and business assets over time.

Identify and classify the classes and rights of types of stock.

Explain the concept of inventory and its role in business.

Identify and classify revenue.

Identify and classify expenses.

Identify and give examples of net pay and gross pay.

Discuss the advantages and disadvantages of the different forms of business ownership (proprietorship, partnership, and corporation, etc.).

Identify and describe bank statements.

Identify and recognize financial reports and their purpose.

Identify and give examples of possible financial indicators for various types of business.

Identify and give examples of problems associated with a business not having enough cash on hand.

Identify and list examples of fixed and variable costs.

Identify and list examples of taxes.

Summarize professional designations, careers, and organizations within the field of accounting, including education and certification requirements.

Analyze the roles of policy-setting bodies in the accounting profession, e.g., American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA), Pennsylvania Institute of Certified Public Accountants (PICPA), Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), and Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC).

Analyze business transactions using T-accounts to determine their impact on a business.

Analyze, journalize, and post transactions to general & subsidiary ledgers.

Perform accounting functions using technology as a tool.

Analyze and journalize transactions for short- and long-term assets.

Analyze and journalize transactions involving short- and long-term liabilities.

Identify, calculate, and record depreciation, depletion and amortization; explain their effect on the financial statements.

Differentiate between and journalize entries for issuance or repurchase of stock and the declaration and payment of dividends.

Analyze the various methods for maintaining and valuing inventory (FIFO, LIFO, etc.) and describe their effect on financial statements.

Describe, calculate, and journalize the sales and cost of sales including purchases, transportation costs, sales taxes, and trade discounts.

Describe and explain the criteria used to determine expenses and journalize the expense transactions.

Analyze and calculate gross pay and net pay, including regular and overtime wages, commission, and piece rate.

Explain how the different forms of business ownership and business operations are reported on financial statements.

Compare and contrast the accrual basis and the cash basis of accounting; assess the impact of each on the financial statements.

Analyze and perform the reconciliation of accounts.

Prepare financial statements (including a Balance Sheet, Profit & Loss and Owner’s Equity) and understand their relevance.

Explain the primary areas of analysis (trend analysis, profitability, liquidity, capital structure) and the information that can be obtained from each.

Analyze and perform a horizontal and vertical analysis of the income statement and balance sheet.

Assess profitability, liquidity, and solvency by calculating and interpreting financial ratios.

Assess capital structure by calculating and interpreting financial ratios.

Analyze and explain the use of industry averages in assessing the financial condition, operating results, profitability, liquidity, and capital structure.

Analyze business activities using cash flow statements.

Analyze and perform breakeven and cost benefit analyses to support financial decisions.

Determine and calculate taxable income and tax liability for both personal and business taxes.

Ask and answer questions related to personal likes and dislikes of home and school responsibilities. Reference Career Education and Work 13.1.1.A - B

Identify occupations of familiar adults.

With prompting and support, discuss the concept of a global community.

Ask and answer questions about different types of work.

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Reference Mathematics 2.1.K.B

With prompting and support, ask appropriate questions about work activities.

Identify rules within the school and community.

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With prompting and support, explain the importance of social connections such as friends and family.

With prompting and support, ask and answer questions about criteria for success at home and school.

With prompting and support, explain the types of dispositions necessary for success in school and community. Reference Career Education and Work 13.3.3.A - B

Reference Business, Computer and Information Technology 15.3.2.X

With prompting and support, ask and answer questions relating to differences among individuals.

Reference Career Education and Work 13.3.3.C; Student Interpersonal Skills 16.2.K.B

Identify personality and character traits about yourself as related to hobbies, activities, and interests. Reference Career Education and Work 13.1.5.A - B

Discuss career pathways and describe businesspeople in those pathways within the community.

Identify and compare occupations within the global marketplace.

Discuss traditional and virtual work environments.

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Discuss the costs associated with post-secondary education.

With prompting and support, ask and answer questions about forms completed for school.

Discuss interviewing as it relates to school and community.

Explain why the U.S. has employment laws.

Describe the importance of career planning. Reference Career Education and Work 13.1.5.G, 13.1.5.H

Define personal networks and their functions.

Describe personal qualities and behavior related to being a successful student.

Explain the importance of adhering to expectations defined in the home, school, and community. Reference Career Education and Work 13.3.5.A - B

Reference Business, Computer and Information Technology 15.3.5.X

Explain the importance of accepting diverse populations.

Explain how conflicts can be resolved. Reference Career Education and Work 13.3.5.C

Examine various occupation options based on career assessments results, personal characteristics, talents, skills, abilities, and aptitudes as related to career pathways, clusters, or occupations. Reference Career Education and Work 13.1.8.A - B

Apply various online and traditional career management tools to explore career clusters.

Correlate individual career interests to job opportunities within the global marketplace.

Compare and contrast occupations in a virtual versus a traditional work environment.

Examine school program offerings related to individual career options. Reference Career Education and Work 13.1.8.D

Analyze financial options and costs associated with post-secondary education.

Evaluate applications to define the purpose and audience.

Identify interview strategies.

Examine laws associated with employment including Child Labor Laws and Civil Rights Act of 1964.

Develop a career plan based on career assessment results, occupational research and high school course offerings. Reference Career Education and Work 13.1.8.G, 13.1.8.H

Explain the importance of personal networking and its impact on achieving a career goal. Reference Career Education and Work 13.2.8.B

Illustrate how personal qualities and behavior affect school and work success.

Explain the importance of workplace expectations. Reference Career Education and Work 13.3.8.A - B

Reference Business, Computer and Information Technology 15.3.8.X

Explore diversity as related to occupations.

Identify strategies for conflict resolution. Reference Career Education and Work 13.3.8.C

Analyze personal characteristics, talents, skills, abilities and career assessment results as related to career pathways, clusters, or occupations. Reference Career Education and Work 13.1.11.A - B

Analyze a specific occupation within a career cluster.

Analyze and compare global employment opportunities relative to career interests, including but not limited to, the country’s culture, legitimacy of a global business, prospective employers, and social network/virtual identity.

Analyze job tasks and responsibilities when working in a virtual versus a traditional work environment.

Compare and contrast career interests with post-secondary opportunities. Reference Career Education and Work 13.1.12.D

Evaluate various methods for financing a post-secondary education.

Analyze and complete an application (e.g., job, scholarship, financial aid, post-secondary) in a focused and effective manner.

Demonstrate appropriate behavior for an interview.

Compare and contrast employment laws including, but not limited to, American with Disabilities Act (ADA), Child Labor Laws, Civil Rights Act of 1964, Consolidated Omnibus Reconciliation Act (COBRA), and Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA).

Analyze career goals based on, but not limited to, interest, lifestyle, skills, and values in order to transition from high school. Reference Career Education and Work 13.1.11.G, 13.1.11.H

Apply networking skills as a resource for further career portfolio development and career opportunities.

Analyze how personal qualities and behavior apply in the workplace.

Evaluate the impact of workplace expectations on job performance. Reference Career Education and Work 13.3.12.A - B

Reference Business, Computer and Information Technology 15.3.12.X

Formulate and demonstrate strategies for working with diverse populations.

Evaluate conflicts within the workplace and demonstrate procedures to acquire a positive resolution. Reference Career Education and Work 13.3.12.C

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With prompting and support, use digital tools for guided research projects. Reference English Language Arts CC.1.4.2.U

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Reproduce active listening techniques modeled by familiar adults. Reference English Language Arts CC.1.5.2.C

Reference Student Interpersonal Skills 16.3.K.B

Identify role models in various contexts (real vs. fiction).

With prompting and support, demonstrate proper etiquette while using technology.

Identify positive work habits in the classroom.

With prompting and support, ask and answer questions about various communication strategies used in diverse settings (classroom, home or social event).

With prompting and support, ask and answer questions about electronic communication.

With prompting and support, answer questions related to digital citizenship. Reference Business, Computer and Information Technologies 15.4.2.B

Create work product with a variety of formats including note taking, outlines, essays, correspondence, journals and presentations. Reference English Language Arts CC.1.4.2.T, CC.1.4.5.F, CC.1.4.5.L, CC.1.4.5.R

Compose simple requests for information to respond to needs of audience.

Apply strategies to understand directions. Reference English Language Arts CC.1.1.2.E, CC.1.2.5.C

Explain and use vocabulary terms related to business and commerce. Reference English Language Arts CC.1.1.5.D

Distinguish between age appropriate and inappropriate print and electronic resources used for introductory research. Reference English Language Arts CC.1.4.5.U

Ask meaningful questions based upon a speaker’s premise. Reference English Language Arts CC.1.5.5.G. CC.1.5.2.D

Prepare appropriate information for impromptu and planned presentations. Reference English Language Arts CC.1.5.2.D

Present information as an individual or in a small group. Reference English Language Arts CC.1.5.5.A, CC.1.5.5.C, CC.1.5.5.D, CC.1.5.5.E

Demonstrate note taking and questioning skills. Reference English Language Arts CC.1.5.2.C

Demonstrate active listening techniques.

Model appropriate verbal and non-verbal behaviors in various contexts.

Identify traits (e.g., personal boundaries, confidence) that contribute to positive role models.

Apply proper etiquette when using technology.

Apply appropriate work ethic in the classroom.

Discuss appropriate communication skills within organizations.

Identify communication channels at school, home, and social events.

Explain electronic communication options (e.g., formal vs. informal, time constraints, geographic location) based on the intended message.

Explain the importance of digital citizenship. Reference Business, Computer and Information Technologies 15.4.5.B

Identify mobile communications used in various settings.

Selecting the appropriate writing type to produce a work product. Reference English Language Arts CC.1.4.8.T

Produce a variety of business documents and reports; focus on content, style, and format.

Apply strategies to understand complex directions. Reference English Language Arts CC.1.2.8.C

Distinguish between appropriate and in- appropriate business work products. Reference English Language Arts CC.1.2.8.F

Choose appropriate print and electronic resources to meet project need. Reference English Language Arts CC.1.4.8.U

Define a position, support it with claims, and respond to questions to support claim. Reference English Language Arts CC.1.5.8.G., CC.1.5.8.C, CC.1.5.8.D

Develop appropriate information and content for presentations, meetings, discussions, and group assignments. Reference English Language Arts CC.1.5.8.A, CC.1.5.8.D

Deliver presentations using a variety of techniques and media; employ conventions of language. Reference English Language Arts CC.1.5.8.E, CC.1.5.8.G

Distinguish between relevant and non-relevant information for note taking, questioning, or decision making. Reference English Language Arts CC.1.5.9-10.C

Identify barriers to active listening (e.g., environmental, peer, time, and cultural distractions).

Determine the situational appropriateness of verbal and non-verbal behaviors.

Describe the characteristics of positive role models for development of work ethic and leadership skills.

Demonstrate proper etiquette when networking either face-to-face or online.

Examine the impact of work ethic in various contexts.

Discuss types of communication skills (e.g., internal, external) in organizations.

Describe leadership communication skills necessary for goal setting and generating ideas.

Identify communication channels and their purpose in the business community.

Discuss appropriate communication strategies between supervisors and subordinates.

Apply appropriate electronic communication based on message requirements.

Discuss the rules of digital citizenship. Reference Business, Computer and Information Technologies 15.4.8.B

Identify and employ various electronic communication options related to desired outcomes.

Describe varieties of mobile communication used within businesses and/or organizations.

Use electronic communication with peers and/or educators to produce a work product.

Evaluate work product and make recommendations based on content. Reference English Language Arts CC.1.4.11-12.T

Analyze business documents for content and effectiveness.

Create a research project based upon defined parameters. Reference English Language Arts CC.1.4.11-12.V

Evaluate business materials (including web based resources) for value related to purpose, quality, and appropriateness.

Evaluate chosen print and electronic resources for advanced research. Reference English Language Arts CC.1.4.11-12.U

Evaluate a speaker’s reasoning and intent; ask questions to deepen understanding. (individual, team, employment, and business). Reference English Language Arts CC.1.5.11-12.G. CC.1.5.11-12.C

Employ appropriate presentation skills to lead discussions and team activities. Reference English Language Arts CC.1.5.11-12.A

Evaluate presentations for language, proper techniques and media choices. Reference English Language Arts CC.1.5.11-12.C, CC.111-12.E

Synthesize information gathered from multiple sources (e.g., digital, print, face to face).

Apply strategies to overcome barriers to active listening.

Apply cultural mores to evaluate intent of verbal and non-verbal behaviors.

Evaluate characteristics of positive role models and their contribution to the development of a professional image.

Critique etiquette skills for building and maintaining a professional image.

Demonstrate appropriate work ethic in the workplace, community, and classroom.

Identify the diverse communication skills necessary within an organization (e.g., customer relations, sales, management).

Demonstrate leadership communication skills through delegating, negotiating, goal setting, and generating ideas.

Analyze communication channels and their effectiveness within the corporate culture.

Evaluate best practices of communication based on culture, practice, and laws related to supervising others in a corporate entity.

Evaluate electronic communication options based on need.

Demonstrate application of digital citizenship in work and personal situations. Reference Business, Computer and Information Technologies 15.4.12.B

Critique the effectiveness of various electronic communication options related to desired outcomes.

Evaluate how mobile communication impacts businesses or organizations.

Collaborate via electronic communication with peers, educators, and/or professionals to meet organizational goals.

Identify various technologies used in the classroom and at home.

Demonstrate responsible use of technology and equipment.

With prompting and support, identify peripheral devices of computer system including input and output devices.

Demonstrate the correct use of simple input technologies (e.g., mouse, touch screen, microphone, etc.).

With help and support, select and use various software/applications for an intended purpose.

With help and support, identify similarities and differences between text, graphics, audio, animation, and video.

With help and support, use web browser to locate content-specific websites.

Identify emerging technologies used for educational and personal success.

Identify and demonstrate understanding of ethical, safe, and social online behavior and potential consequences of unethical, unsafe, and inappropriate behavior.

Describe the purpose, use, and care of peripheral devices of computer systems including input, processing, storage, and output devices.

Demonstrate the ergonomically correct use of more sophisticated input technologies.

Create a digital project using appropriate software/application for an authentic task.

Use digital media to enhance a content-specific work product.

Discuss the characteristics of a credible website.

Analyze the influence of emerging technologies on daily life.

Interpret and apply appropriate social, legal, ethical, and safe behaviors of digital citizenship.

Compare and contrast peripheral devices of computing systems for specific needs.

Create projects using emerging input technologies.

Explain the different operating systems.

Identify network communication technologies.

Create an advanced digital project using appropriate software/application for an authentic task.

Explain the differences between a scripting language and a coding language.

Solve a problem with an algorithm.

Explain the basic differences between encoding and decoding.

Create a multimedia project using student-created digital media.

Evaluate the accuracy and bias of online sources of information; appropriately cite online resources.

Apply the creative and productive use of emerging technologies for educational and personal success.

Evaluate the impact of social, legal, ethical, and safe behaviors on digital citizenship.

Develop criteria for analyzing hardware options to meet defined needs.

Evaluate emerging input technologies.

Analyze the different operating systems and recommend the appropriate system for specific user needs.

Compare and contrast network environments, including the function of network devices and connectivity issues.

Create an advanced digital project using sophisticated design and appropriate software/applications.

Use programming languages to develop logical thinking and problem solving skills.

Compare and contrast programming languages; select most appropriate one to complete a specific task.

Create a complex computer program to solve a problem.

Evaluate advanced multimedia work products and make recommendations based on the evaluation.

Find and use primary documentation; employ an accepted protocol for citation

Identify people in the community who own a business.

With prompting and support, list skills needed to run your own business (lemonade stand, etc.). Reference Career Education and Work 13.4.3 A - B

With prompting and support, name local small business owners in your community.

Define the qualities of an entrepreneur.

Define the skill set of an entrepreneur. Reference Career Education and Work 13.4.5 A - B

Discuss differences and similarities between an entrepreneurship and a corporation.

Discuss traditional entrepreneurships and the pros and cons of being one’s own boss.

Reference Economics 6.5.8.F

Identify global businesses in the local or state economy

Identify the functions of a business operation.

Explore pathways to becoming an entrepreneur.

Identify management and organizational skills needed for entrepreneurship. Reference Career Education and Work 13.4.8 A - B

Reference Economics 6.5.12.F.

Compare and contrast entrepreneurship in emerging fields, (e.g., social media, online business, alternative energy sources and uses, agriculture and industrial) with traditional entrepreneurships.

Identify interconnectivity of global and local business operating in the local/state economy.

Identify the impact of global business on pricing for local entrepreneurs.

Identify entrepreneurial opportunities in the global economy.

Compare and contrast the various functions of operations management.

Define the impact of emerging technologies on business management.

Identify government agencies and regulations that impact business.

Reference Economics 6.1.12.A - D; Career Education and Work 13.4.8. A - B

Analyze personal choices in preparation for entrepreneurship.

Evaluate personal management and organizational abilities to succeed in entrepreneurship. Reference Career Education and Work 13.4.12 A - B

Analyze the impact of entrepreneurship in the domestic economy.

Create a business plan using appropriate data to support the business concept.

Evaluate legal forms of business entities when considering entrepreneurship (e.g., existing business, franchise, new business, corporation, LLC, partnership, sole proprietorship).

Research the opportunities for local entrepreneurship in the global economy and discuss the impact of government regulations.

Analyze factors affecting global pricing including international currency fluctuations, tariffs, price controls, and anti-dumping laws.

Assess advantages and disadvantages for entrepreneurial business in foreign markets; including language and trade barriers, marketing, and regulations.

Evaluate the functions of operations management as influenced by the business parameters.

Evaluate strategies for incorporating emerging technologies into specific business operations.

Analyze issues and cases associated with government regulation.

Analyze an innovation/ business concept and develop a comprehensive business plan. Reference Career Education and Work 13.4.12 A - B

With prompting and support, discuss the difference between a need and a want.

Ask and answer questions about a monetary decision.

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With prompting and support, ask and answer questions about borrowing and paying back money.

With prompting and support, ask and answer questions about items of value that could be lost or damaged.

Reference Economics 6.1.5.A - D

Identify the steps taken when making a rational decision about money.

Reference Family and Consumer Sciences 11.1.3.B; Career Education and Work 13.3.5.D

Identify sources of income.

Discuss earnings, spending, and savings for financial stability.

Explain various payment methods.

Describe different types of financial institutions in your community.

Explain interest charged versus interest earned.

Discuss factors that impact one’s ability to borrow money.

Discuss potential consequences of disclosing personal information.

Discuss methods to protect valuable items against damage or loss.

Reference Economics 6.5.5.G

Discuss the purpose and function of investments.

Reference Economics 6.1.12.A - D

Discuss the importance of developing short-, medium-, and long-term personal financial goals.

Reference Career Education and Work 13.3.8.D

Identify employee benefits and their impact on income.

Explain the difference between sales and income tax. Reference Family and Consumer Sciences 11.1.12.E; Economics 6.5.12.A

Evaluate assets as related to personal wealth and spending.

Discuss the need for money management.

Compare and contrast advantages and disadvantages of various options of paying for short- and long-term purchases.

Compare advantages and disadvantages of different financial institutions relating to saving, investing, and borrowing.

Explain the difference between simple and compound interest. Reference Family and Consumer Sciences 11.1.9.B

Investigate factors that contribute to a positive or negative credit history.

Analyze the components and value of credit reports for consumers, borrowers and lenders.

Examine steps to minimize exposure to identity theft.

Examine the purpose and importance of various types of insurances.

Reference Economics 6.5.12.G - H

Calculate investment growth using varying rates of return.

Evaluate the impact of internal and external influences on financial decisions.

Analyze financial decisions for major purchasing events occurring at different stages in life, systematically considering alternatives and consequences.

Reference Career Education and Work 13.3.11.D

Develop criteria to evaluate employment options.

Assess the purpose, source, and impact of various taxes.

Evaluate criteria for personal spending in relation to the economic climate.

Identify strategies for personal financial management.

Evaluate payment methods for major purchases.

Analyze the functions of the Federal Reserve and other financial institutions.

Analyze the total cost of a major purchase loan agreement using fixed and variable interest rates, calculated over time.

Analyze the impact of a positive or negative credit history.

Research major consumer credit laws and their impact on individuals in debt.

Assess the impact of identity theft; develop a plan for correcting a negative credit report.

Compare and contrast various suppliers of insurance products and develop criteria to evaluate individual insurance needs.

Develop criteria for a disaster management plan that includes provisions for secure storage of digital and paper documents, inventory of household items, cash reserves, and medical records.

Develop financial investment plans to accommodate various economic and personal scenarios.

Apply the “Rule of 72” to estimate the number of periods required to double an investment.

Compare and contrast various investment plans to achieve goals of liquidity, income, and growth.

With prompting and support, identify products manufactured in other countries.

Ask and answer questions to demonstrate understanding that communication differs across the globe.

Identify global and domestic business and products.

Identify businesses in the community that trade products and/or services internationally.

Discuss laws in the U.S. that promote free enterprise.

Describe resources used for business in the domestic and global economy.

Identify how misunderstandings occur when speaking, writing, or incorrectly interpreting language.

Identify non-verbal behaviors and their impact on communication.

Explain how the responsible use of natural resources benefits the individual; the family; and local, national, and global communities.

Explain why business organizations should be constantly aware of external changes.

Identify countries that produce or specialize in a particular product or industry.

Trace and discuss the effect of international trade on the U.S. throughout history.

Identify barriers (time zones, transportation, language, regulations, social customs) to international trade and determine how these barriers can be overcome.

Explain how current global events impact the business climate.

Explain the advantages and disadvantages of different types of governments on business.

Compare legal structure and laws of other countries as they relate to global business. Reference Economics 6.3.8.D

Identify economic indicators that define the health of a nation’s businesses.

Classify products and services as imports or exports.

Compare and contrast the efficient use of natural and human resources and the impact on participation in the global economy.

Analyze the impact of tone, style, and language in sending and receiving communications.

Explain the importance of non-verbal behaviors on cultural business relationships.

Discuss ethical business conduct and identify how companies may act in a globally responsible manner.

Explain how historic international relationships impact current business.

Investigate resources, agencies, and organizations that promote global trade.

Assess the impact of political and economic changes on global business.

Evaluate logistical considerations of operating an international business (e.g., integration of information, transportation, inventory, warehousing, material handling, packaging, and security).

Examine business protocol of several countries as related to social customs, business customs, and political environment.

Analyze how political environments affect international business.

Examine the legal requirements (foreign and domestic) of operating a business.

Examine economic issues in a country that engages in international business activities.

Analyze global businesses and the impact on the countries where they operate.

Analyze the effect of efficiencies in natural and human resources as it relates to global business relationships.

Identify and examine effective global business communications strategies.

Compare and contrast various nonverbal behaviors and their impact on business in a global environment.

Analyze how economic and environmental factors may conflict; explain how responsible behavior can help sustain natural and human communities at local, regional, national, and global levels.

Identify worldviews and their impact on global business.

Identify strategies employed to promote global business opportunities.

Identify business strategies related to international marketing.

Ask and answer questions about the different businesses and jobs in the community.

Ask and answer questions about right and wrong (ethics) in the classroom.

With prompting and support, engage in project planning and completion.

With prompting and support, ask and answer questions about roles and functions of managers and workers.

Ask and answer questions about right and wrong (ethics) in the classroom.

Identify leaders in your school and community; define their roles.

Identify communication skills necessary for successful interacting with others.

Identify the expansion and decline of businesses in the community.

Identify the different forms of business ownership in the local community.

Explain the importance of ethical behavior in various situations.

Identify the process for planning and completing a project.

Explain the need for management hierarchy in a business.

Discuss techniques to manage individuals or businesses.

Discuss characteristics of good leaders.

Explain strategies designed to motivate individuals.

Identify communication skills necessary for success as a leader.

Identify technology tools used by business management.

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Explain how economic growth and decline impact business.

Explain the characteristics of different forms of business ownership, such as sole proprietorship, partnership, and corporation.

Discuss ethical and unethical behaviors and their impact on business and organizations. Reference Economics 6.5.8.C

Discuss the function of mission, vision, goals, and objectives within a business plan. Reference Career Education and Work 13.4.8.C

Identify business management styles (e.g., autocratic, democratic, laissez-faire) used in a business or organization.

Discuss strategies to motivate and compensate employees.

Compare and contrast leadership styles.

Compare and contrast motivational theories used in a business or organization.

Demonstrate communication skills necessary for success within an organization. Reference Economics 6.5.8.D; Health, Safety, and Physical Education 10.3.6.C; Career Education and Work 13.3.8.C; Student Interpersonal Skills SIS 2.D

Explain how technology tools are used in business management.

Discuss the benefits of lifelong learning on career growth.

Describe the interview and selection process for applicants in various businesses.

Describe the role and function of performance evaluations in business.

Discuss employee compensation plans for various careers.

Interpret data on financial statements as it relates to management decisions. Reference Business, Computer and Information Technology 15.1.8.W

Identify the processes used to design, redesign, supply, and schedule production for a business product.

Predict and chart trends that show how future economic growth/decline impacts business.

Analyze the costs and benefits of organizing a business as a sole proprietorship, partnership, or corporation.