Business Studies

This course introduces students to the world of business. Students will develop an understanding of the
functions of business, including accounting, marketing, information and communication technology, human
resources, and production, 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.

Prerequisite: None

This course introduces students to the fundamental principles and procedures of accounting. Students will
develop financial analysis and decision-making skills that will assist them in future studies and/or career
opportunities in business. Students will acquire an understanding of accounting for a service and a
merchandising business, computerized accounting, financial analysis, and ethics and current issues in
accounting.

Prerequisite: None

This course focuses on the ways in which entrepreneurs recognize opportunities, generate ideas, and
organize resources to plan successful ventures that enable them to achieve their goals. Students will
create a venture plan for a school-based or student-run business. Through hands-on experiences,
students will have opportunities to develop the values, traits, and skills most often associated with
successful entrepreneurs.

Prerequisite: None

This course introduces the fundamental concepts of product marketing, which includes the marketing of
goods, services, and events. Students will examine how trends, issues, global economic changes, and
information technology influence consumer buying habits. Students will engage in marketing research,
develop marketing strategies, and produce a marketing plan for a product of their choice.

Prerequisite: None

This course introduces students to advanced accounting principles that will prepare them for
postsecondary studies in business. Students will learn about financial statements for various forms of
business ownership and how those statements are interpreted in making business decisions. This course
expands students’ knowledge of sources of financing, further develops accounting methods for assets, and
introduces accounting for partnerships and corporations.

Prerequisite: Financial Accounting Fundamentals, Grade 11, University/College Preparation

This course focuses on the development of leadership skills used in managing a successful business.
Students will analyse the role of a leader in business, with a focus on decision making, management of
group dynamics, workplace stress and conflict, motivation of employees, and planning. Effective business
communication skills, ethics, and social responsibility are also emphasized.

Prerequisite: None

This course provides students with the opportunity to further develop essential workplace skills in
information and communication technology while working in a team environment. Using a project-based
approach, students will focus on integrating software applications and applying multimedia software
features. Students will expand their understanding of electronic business and e-commerce environments
and workplace ethics. This course will prepare students for a successful transition from secondary school
to the workplace.

Prerequisite: Information and Communication Technology: The Digital Environment, Grade 11, Open