Whether you are dreaming of conquering the world of business or you just want to learn how to manage your own money, the Business Studies department has a course for you!
Read the descriptions below or have a look at our Course Selection Presentation -
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Grade 9 & 10 Courses
BTT1O1 or BTT2O1 - Information and Communication Technology in Business (Computers)
Do you want to impress your teachers and be successful in your future jobs? Just because you surf the web doesn’t mean you know what you need to know about computers. The BTT course will help you learn the software tools and communication skills that you need for life in our digital world. With your new skills from BTT, your assignments will look great, you will get more done in less time, and you will sharpen your communication skills for your future career!
You will learn new skills for presentations, website design, word processing, spreadsheets, databases, publishing and PhotoShop.
BBI2O1 - Introduction to Business
Not sure what business is all about? Want to know what is going on when it comes to your money? The BBI course introduces you to the exciting world of business, including topics such as marketing, economics, accounting, leadership, personal finance (budgeting, investing, etc.) and entrepreneurship. Most Canadians are not confident about managing their money, so the personal finance unit is a great reason to take BBI2O!
Grade 11 Courses
BAF3M1 - Financial Accounting Fundamentals
This course introduces students to the fundamental principles and procedures of accounting for a sole proprietorship. Students will learn to record daily business transactions, prepare financial documents and begin to develop the ability to analyze the data to make business decisions.
BMI3C1 - Marketing: Goods, Services, Events
Want to learn the art of persuasion? This course introduces the fundamental concepts of marketing, which includes the marketing of goods, services, and events. Students will examine the decisions which all marketers consider when bringing products and services to the marketplace.
CIE3M1 - The Individual and the Economy
In this course students will examine the Canadian economy and helps students develop an understanding of its workings. Students will apply economic models and concepts to current events within the economy and analyze the interactions among them.
Grade 12 Courses
BAT4M1 - Financial Accounting Principles (prerequisite BAF3M)
This course introduces students to advanced accounting principles that will prepare them for post secondary 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.
BOH4M1 - Business Leadership: Management Fundamentals
This course focuses on the development of leadership skills used in managing a successful business. Students will analyze the many roles of the manager/business leader, improve decision making, analyze current strategies used in real businesses, understand the value of teamwork, and learn best practices for recruiting, hiring, training and motivating staff.
CIA4U1 - Analyzing Current Economic Issues
This course explores how individuals, firms and government make decisions and the impact of these decisions. Students will learn about microeconomic and macroeconomic theories and models and how it can be applied to interpret economic information.
BBB4M1 - International Business Fundamentals (note: offered every other year)
This course provides an overview of the importance of international business and trade in the global economy and explores the factors that influence a business’ success. Students will learn about the techniques and strategies associated with marketing and managing an international business more effectively. Students will also be learning about the value of being a socially responsible citizen & business, whilst considering global issues and trends.
IDC4U - Financial Securities and Investing (note: offered every other year)
Do you want to know about stocks, bonds, dividends, stock options and futures? Learn the money skills you need for investing and financial management, both in business and in your personal life. This course investigates financial management, capital markets, and the ways in which capital is acquired. Students will investigate the conceptual and mathematical foundations of increasing net worth, and examine investments through a stock market competition!