Introduction to Business and Technology

INTRODUCTION TO BUSINESS AND TECHNOLOGY

Curriculum Map/Pacing Guide CTAE Standard BMI Units to be Addressed: Pathw Additional Standard(s)/Clusters ay BMA-IBT- 1.1- 1.6 Employability Skills/Workplace Readiness BMA IBT-2, IBT-3, IBT-4, IBT-5, IBT-8, IBT-12 ; Units 1-18 BMA-IBT- 2.1- 2.10 Introduction to Technology/Technology in the Workplace BMA IBT-1, IBT-3; Units 3, 6, 7,14, 15, 16, 17, 18 BMA-IBT- 3.1- 3.7 Professional Documents/Word Processing Applications BMA IBT-1; IBT-2; Units 3-18 BMA-IBT- 4.1- 4.9 Management Functions/Leadership Skills in the Workplace BMA IBT-1, IBT-2, IBT-3, IBT-12;Units 3, 9, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16 BMA-IBT- 5.1- 5.6 Marketing/Introduction to the World of Marketing BMA IBT-1, IBT-2, IBT-3, IBT-12 ; Units 9, 15, 16, 18 BMA-IBT- 6.1- 6.7 Effective Communication Skills /Presentation Skills BMA IBT-1, IBT-2, IBT-3, IBT-12 ; Units 3-18 BMA-IBT- 7.1- 7.7 Entrepreneurship and Business Ownership BMA IBT-1, IBT-2, IBT-3, IBT-12 ; Units 3-18 BMA-IBT- 8.1- 8.5 Introduction to Accounting BMA IBT-1, IBT-2, IBT-3, IBT-12 ; Units 3-18 BMA-IBT- 9.1- 9.6 Financial Management/Money Management Basics BMA IBT-1, IBT-2, IBT-3 IBT-12 ; Units 3, 7, 16 BMA-IBT- 10.1-10.5 Risk Management BMA IBT-1, IBT-2, IBT-3, IBT-12 ; Units 3, 16 BMA-IBT- 11.1-11.5 Introduction to Human Resources/Business Law BMA IBT-1, IBT-2, IBT-3, IBT-12 ; Units 3, 7, 8 16 BMA-IBT- 12.1-12.5 Future Business Leaders of America BMA All Standards; Units 3-18

Title/Topic Duration

Employability Skills and Workplace Readiness 2 weeks

GPS Standards Introductory Units BMA-IBT-1: BMA-IBT-1 Demonstrate employability skills required by Unit 1 Foundational Skills business and industry. Organization and Time Management (Students consult and update calendars and The following elements should be integrated throughout the content of this refer to Infinite Campus). course. Foundational Skills/Academics/Soft Skills/Computer Skills 1.1 Communicate effectively through writing, speaking, listening, reading, Study Skills and interpersonal abilities. Memory Techniques 1.2 Demonstrate creativity with multiple approaches to ask challenging Note-Taking questions resulting in innovative procedures, methods, and products. Effective Listening 1.3 Exhibit critical thinking and problem solving skills to locate, analyze, and Reading Texts –Close Reading apply information in career planning and employment situations. 1.4 Model work readiness traits required for success in the workplace Unit 2 Workplace Readiness Skills including integrity, honesty, accountability, punctuality, time management, Learning Styles /Personality Inventory and respect for diversity. Time Management 1.5 Apply the appropriate skill sets to be productive in a changing, Procrastination technological, and diverse workplace to be able to work independently, interpret data, and apply team work skills. Other Subjects to be Addressed utilizing GA 411:

Introduction to Business and Technology Curriculum Map/Pacing Guide Kate Chastain 1.6 Present a professional image through appearance, behavior, and language. Goal-Setting Academic Planning Graduation Requirements

Career Cluster Units Introduction to the Career Clusters

Projects and assignments related to these topics: Organization and Time Management, Foundational Skills/Academics/Soft Activities/Projects Skills/Computer Skills, Study Skills, Memory Techniques , Note-Taking , Effective Listening, Reading Texts –Close Reading, Workplace Readiness Skills, Learning Styles /Personality Inventories, Time Management, Goal-Setting and Academic Planning

Microsoft IT Integration Introduction to the Microsoft IT Academy. FBLA Business Achievement Awards Activities: FBLA Integration FBLA Future Achievement Award Activities:

FBLA Competition Introduction of the FBLA Organization. Notes The purpose of this unit is to introduce foundation and workplace readiness skills.

Introduction to Business and Technology Curriculum Map/Pacing Guide Kate Chastain Title/Topic Duration Professional Documents/Word Processing Applications

GPS Standards Common Core GPS BMA-IBT-3 Master word processing software to create, edit, and publish professional- appearing business documents. ELACC9-10SL1: Initiate and participate effectively in a  3.1 Create, share and maintain documents. range of collaborative discussions (one-on-one, in groups,  Apply different views and templates, protect the document, manage document versions, share and teacher-led) with diverse partners on topics, texts, and and save documents. issues, building on others’ ideas and expressing their own  3.2 Format document content. clearly and persuasively.  Apply font and paragraph attributes, navigate and search, create and manipulate tables, and apply bullets. Career Cluster Units  3.3 Apply page layout and reusable content to documents.  Apply and manipulate page setup settings, apply themes, construct content using the Quick Parts tools, create and manipulate page backgrounds, and create and modify headers and footers.  3.4 Insert illustrations and graphics in a document.  Insert and format pictures, clip art, shapes, WordArt, and SmartArt, and apply and manipulate text boxes.  3.5 Proofread documents to validate content.  Use spelling and grammar check, configure AutoCorrect settings, and insert and modify comments in a document.  3.6 Apply references and hyperlinks in a document.  Apply hyperlinks; create endnotes, footnotes, and a table of contents.  3.7 Perform mail merge operations.  Setup and execute a mail merge.

Activities/Projects Embedded Microsoft Word and Publisher Activities: (Brochures, Flyers, Newspapers and other Publications).

Microsoft IT Integration Course 10391 | Course 10392 FBLA Business Achievement Awards Activities: FBLA Integration FBLA Future Achievement Award Activities: Future 13 and Business: 1,2, 9, 17, 19, 21 If a student excels in this unit, suggest competing in:  Desktop Publishing FBLA Competition  Word Processing I  Computer Applications I Notes The purpose of this unit is to expose students to the proper uses of Word features and how many of the features are used in business.

Introduction to Business and Technology Curriculum Map/Pacing Guide Kate Chastain Title/Topic Duration Management Functions/Leadership in the Workplace

GPS Standard Common Core GPS BMA-IBT-4 Analyze and integrate leadership skills and management functions within the  ELACC9-10SL1: Initiate and participate effectively in a business environment. range of collaborative discussions (one-on-one, in 4.1 Explain the interrelationships between the functions of business: accounting, finance, production, groups, and teacher-led) with diverse partners on topics, marketing, sales, and management. texts, and issues, building on others’ ideas and 4.2 Define, explain and apply various management functions including planning, organizing, expressing their own clearly and persuasively. directing, and controlling. 4.3 Explain the importance of a vision, a mission statement, and goal-setting within the context of the business environment. Career Cluster Units 4.4 Apply the decision making process to a business situation. 4.5 Discuss the impact of the business and personal reputation and image including online presence as part of the management of the business. 4.6 Understand employee impact and management’s role in contributing to successful business operations. 4.7 Exhibit organizational skills while planning and executing business projects. 4.8 Implement strategic plans to manage business growth, profit, and goals. 4.9 Investigate leadership skills within a successful business environment. Management Functions Importance of Visions, Missions and Goals in a Business Activities/Projects Reputation and Image Strategic Plans Microsoft IT Integration TBA FBLA Business Achievement Awards Activities FBLA Future Achievement Award Activities: FBLA Integration Future: 7,20,22 Business: 27 If a student excels in this unit, consider competing in:  Future Business Leader FBLA Competition  Job Interview  Management Decision Making  Virtual Business Management Challenge The purpose of this unit is to understand the importance of being an effective leader/manager in a business setting. Students will Notes explore what managers do, their responsibilities and why their role is essential to the success of a business.

Introduction to Business and Technology Curriculum Map/Pacing Guide Kate Chastain Introduction to the World of Marketing

GPS Standards Common Core GPS BMA-IBT-5  ELACC9-10SL1: Initiate and participate effectively in a Demonstrate understanding of the concept of marketing and its importance to business range of collaborative discussions (one-on-one, in ownership. groups, and teacher-led) with diverse partners on grades 5.1 Explain the fundamental marketing concepts used by a small business. 9–10 topics, texts, and issues, building on others’ ideas 5.2 Understand target market and demographics in marketing strategies. and expressing their own clearly and persuasively. 5.3 Create a customer database using database software to create and maintain an accurate customer list. Career Cluster Units 5.4 Use customer database to pull specific data to target for marketing campaign. 5.5 Evaluate different types of promotional tools for business product and/or services. a. Traditional tools and online tools, personal networking. 5.6 Use innovation to gain a competitive advantage in the marketplace.

Fundamental Marketing Concepts Target Markets and Demographics Customer Databases Activities/Projects Marketing Campaign Creating Promotional Tools Gaining Competitive Advantage Access Microsoft IT Integration PowerPoint Future: 2, 10, 24 FBLA Integration Business: 4, 25

If a student excels in this unit, suggest competing in: FBLA Competition  Marketing

The purpose of this unit is to expose students to marketing and its basic principles as an essential component of business. Students should explore ways to market their business efficiently and according to the resources available.

Introduction to Business and Technology Curriculum Map/Pacing Guide Kate Chastain Effective Communication Skills/Effective Presentation Skills

GPS Standards Common Core GPS BMA-IBT-6 Use professional oral, written, and digital communication skills to create, express,  ELACC9-10SL1: Initiate and participate effectively in a and interpret information and ideas. range of collaborative discussions (one-on-one, in  6.1 Exhibit appropriate business (oral, written, and digital) communication skills needed in the groups, and teacher-led) with diverse partners on grades workplace to facilitate information and communication. 9–10 topics, texts, and issues, building on others’ ideas  6.2 Explore social media etiquette and importance of digital presence. and expressing their own clearly and persuasively.  6.3 Produce written communications that utilize proper tone, grammar, and bias-free language  ELACC9-10SL2: Integrate multiple sources of for the workplace. A. Resume information presented in diverse media or formats (e.g.,  6.4 Employ critical thinking and problem-solving strategies both individually and visually, quantitatively, orally) evaluating the credibility collaboratively to solve real-world and/or business-related problems. and accuracy of each source.  6.5 Using presentation software, create and deliver simple, clear and compelling presentations  ELACC9-10SL4: Present information, findings, and effectively to target audiences. supporting evidence clearly, concisely, and logically  6.6 Use technology to enhance the effectiveness of communication in a business environment. such that listeners can follow the line of reasoning and  Email, video conferencing, phone conferencing, instant messaging, online chat, blogs, the organization, development, substance, and style are newsgroups, list serve, etc. appropriate to purpose, audience, and task.  6.7 Use appropriate technology to plan, develop, practice, and present material to different  ELACC9-10SL5: Make strategic use of digital media types of audiences for specific business purpose. A. Research paper, web site, multimedia (e.g., textual, graphical, audio, visual, and interactive presentation, publications, speech, online media, video, avatar, etc…. elements) in presentations to enhance understanding of findings, reasoning, and evidence and to add interest. All Career Cluster Units include this topic

Career Presentation continued Oral Communication | Written Communication | Digital Communication Activities/Projects Social Media Etiquette Target Audience Presentations Technology to improve written and verbal communication Microsoft IT Integration Course 10295 | Course 10523 FBLA Business Achievement Awards Activities FBLA Integration Business: 6, 8, 10, 23, 30 If a student excels in this unit, suggest competing in: Business Communications Help Desk FBLA Competition Impromptu Speaking Intro to Business Communication Job Interview Intro to Parliamentary Procedure Public Speaking I Client Services The purpose of this unit is to explore the ways that oral, digital and written communication is used in business how each is used Notes effectively and when each type is most appropriate. Title/Topic Duration

Introduction to Business and Technology Curriculum Map/Pacing Guide Kate Chastain Entrepreneurship and Business Ownership Small Business Pathway Week

GPS Standards Common Core GPS MA-IBT-7 Demonstrate an understanding of entrepreneurship through  ELACC9-10SL1: Initiate and participate effectively in a range of recognizing a business opportunity, how to start a business based on the collaborative discussions (one-on-one, in groups, and teacher-led) with recognized opportunity, and basics of how to operate and maintain that diverse partners on grades 9–10 topics, texts, and issues, building on business. others’ ideas and expressing their own clearly and persuasively. 7.1 Identify the unique characteristics, traits, and concepts of the successful  ELACC9-10SL4: Present information, findings, and supporting evidence entrepreneur. clearly, concisely, and logically such that listeners can follow the line of 7.2 Describe the importance of developing and organizing a successful business reasoning and the organization, development, substance, and style are plan. appropriate to purpose, audience, and task. 7.3 Identify components and format of a business plan. Career Cluster Units 7.4 Examine the business opportunities available in local school and community. 7.5 Participate as part of a team in an effort to accomplish a common goal leading to a successful business endeavor. (do not go in-depth) 7.6 Differentiate between the types of business ownership. 7.7 Explain the implications of technology on business development and future growth. Characteristics of an Entrepreneur Importance of a Business Plan Creating and Formatting a Business Plan Activities/Projects Exploring Business Opportunities Types of Business Ownership Technology and Business Development The McDonald’s Video Game http://mcvideogame.com/ Microsoft IT Integration Microsoft Word FBLA Business Achievement Awards Activities: FBLA Future Achievement Award Activities: FBLA Integration Future: 3, 12, 15, 16 Business: 14, 26 If a student excels in this unit, suggest competing in:  Business Plan/Introduction to Business  E Business/Emerging Business Issues FBLA Competition  Introduction to Parliamentary Procedure  Job Interview  Entrepreneurship  American Enterprise Project The purpose of this unit is to understand the basic principles of business ownership and how they can be applied to any type of Notes business venture.

Introduction to Business and Technology Curriculum Map/Pacing Guide Kate Chastain Title/Topic Duration

Introduction to Accounting Financial Pathway Week

GPS Standards Common Core GPS BMA-IBT-8 Understand, interpret, and use accounting principles to make financial decisions. Math: 8.1 View financial statements of a business and utilizes those statements to make informed business decisions. Career Cluster Units 8.2 Explain the purpose of the various steps in the accounting cycle. 8.3 Differentiate between debits and credits. 8.4 Analyze and describe sources of income for the business venture (i.e., sales and labor). 8.5 Using basic features of spreadsheet software to produce professional financial statements representative of a small business.

Reading and Creating Financial Statements The Accounting Cycle Activities/Projects Debits and Credits Sources of Income Microsoft IT Integration Course 10296 Beginning Excel | Course 10393 Intermediate Excel FBLA Business Achievement Awards Activities FBLA Integration Business: 15 If a student excels in this unit, suggest competing in:  Accounting I  Business Financial Plan FBLA Competition  Business Math  Personal Finance  Spreadsheet Applications The purpose of this unit is to explore the financial components of a business by learning the basic accounting principles and how Notes major transactions are categorized.

Introduction to Business and Technology Curriculum Map/Pacing Guide Kate Chastain Title/Topic Duration Financial Management/Money Management Basics

GPS Standards Common Core GPS BMA-IBT-9 Develop effective money management strategies and understand the role and  ELACC9-10SL1: Initiate and participate effectively in functions of financial institutions. 9.1 Develop a budget including all essential elements for personal a range of collaborative discussions (one-on-one, in and business use. groups, and teacher-led) with diverse partners on 9.2 Compare and contrast the types of financial institutions, both depository and non-depository topics, texts, and issues, building on others’ ideas and including the functions and purpose. expressing their own clearly and persuasively. a. Commercial banks, savings and loan associations, credit unions, investment banks, financial services companies, and insurance companies. Career Cluster Units 9.3 Examine the principles of banking transactions and the various services of a bank. a. Item processing, collection functions, procedures, bookkeeping, loans, investments, and trust operations. 9.4 Apply mathematical operations and processes as well as financial planning strategies to commonly occurring situations in the workplace to accomplish job objectives and enhance workplace performance. 9.5 Examine the features and effects of online banking including mobile banking for the business and the consumer. 9.6 Explore a personal credit report and the impact of credit on business and personal life. Developing a personal and business budget Types of Financial Institutions Activities/Projects Principles of Banking Online Banking Credit Scores and Credit Reports Microsoft IT Integration TBA FBLA Future Achievement Award Activities FBLA Integration Future: 11 If a student excels in this unit, suggest competing in:  Business Calculations  Business Financial Plan FBLA Competition  Personal Finance  Accounting I  Spreadsheet Applications  Business Math Notes The purpose of this unit is to understand the elements of financial planning for both personal and business uses.

Introduction to Business and Technology Curriculum Map/Pacing Guide Kate Chastain Risk Management

GPS Standards Common Core GPS MA-IBT-10 Research and interpret the various risks involved in operating a business while  ELACC9-10SL1: Initiate and participate effectively determining the role of insurance for a business. in a range of collaborative discussions (one-on-one, 10.1 Identify possible business threats and employ risk management strategies and techniques to in groups, and teacher-led) with diverse partners on minimize potential financial loss. grades 9–10 topics, texts, and issues, building on 10.2 Identify types of business insurance and the need for insurance in a business. others’ ideas and expressing their own clearly and 10.3 Explain basic insurance concepts: insurance, policyholder, premium, probability, risk, claim, persuasively. coverage, deductible, policy, insured, insurer, and liability. 10.4 Analyze risks to make insurance decisions. Career Cluster Units 10.5 Explore the various career options associated with the insurance field.

Threats to Business Success Business Insurance Activities/Projects Insurance Concepts Analyzing Risks Microsoft IT Integration TBA FBLA Business Achievement Awards Activities: FBLA Future Achievement Award Activities: FBLA Integration TBA

If a student excels in this unit, suggest competing in: FBLA Competition  Banking and Financial Systems

The purpose of this unit is to explore the risks involved with business ownership and ways such risk can be minimized Notes (insurance, security, etc…).

Introduction to Business and Technology Curriculum Map/Pacing Guide Kate Chastain Title/Topic Duration Introduction to Human Resources and Business Law

GPS Standards Common Core GPS BMA-IBT-11 Examine basic human resources and the legal aspects of a business while  ELACC9-10SL1: Initiate and participate effectively incorporating the methods into business practices. in a range of collaborative discussions (one-on-one, 11.1 Differentiate among types of business crimes and identify the strategies that business can use to in groups, and teacher-led) with diverse partners on deter crimes. grades 9–10 topics, texts, and issues, building on 11.2 Demonstrate understanding of specific legal areas that most commonly affect personal and others’ ideas and expressing their own clearly and business relationships. persuasively. a. Contract law, insurance, bankruptcy, property law, computer law, harassment, discrimination. 11.3 Describe the legal requirements of obtaining a business license, permit, contract, patent, Career Cluster Units copyright, trademark, and logo. 11.4 Create a plan for recruiting, hiring, and retaining a new employee and the associated costs. a. Job application, social media impacts, credit report analysis, appearance impact, etc. 11.5 Review employment and labor laws impacting business.

White Collar Crimes Areas of Business Law Activities/Projects Obtaining a Business License Recruiting and Hiring New Employees Employment and Labor Law Microsoft IT Integration n/a FBLA Business Achievement Awards Activities: FBLA Integration Business: 13 If a student excels in this unit, suggest competing in:  Ethics  Business Law FBLA Competition  Emerging Business Issues  Introduction to Business  Introduction to Parliamentary Procedure  Virtual Business Management Challenge The purpose of this unit is to understand the employment processes for businesses with special emphasis on the legalities of Notes business owner responsibilities.

Introduction to Business and Technology Curriculum Map/Pacing Guide Kate Chastain Future Business Leaders of America

GPS Standards FBLA Resources; Leadership resources BMA-IBT-12 Explore how related student organizations are integral parts of career and technology FBLA Business Achievement Awards Activities: education courses through leadership development, school and community service projects, FBLA Future Achievement Award Activities: entrepreneurship development, and competitive events. Career Cluster Units 12.1 Explain the goals, mission and objectives of Future Business Leaders of America. 12.2 Explore the impact and opportunities a student organization (FBLA) can develop to bring business and education together in a positive working relationship through innovative leadership and career development programs. 12.3 Explore the local, state, and national opportunities available to students through participation in related student organization (FBLA) including but not limited to conferences, competitions, community service, philanthropy, and other FBLA activities. 12.4 Explain how participation in career and technology education student organizations can promote lifelong responsibility for community service and professional development. 12.5 Explore the competitive events related to the content of this course and the required competencies, skills, and knowledge for each related event for individual, team, and chapter competitions.

Introduction to Business and Technology Curriculum Map/Pacing Guide Kate Chastain