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Unit
Learning Targets
Start-up & Literary Review
Classroom expectations
Unit 1: Business in the Global Economic Environment
August/September/October Time Frame: 7 Weeks
August: Time frame 1 Week
Month
I CAN relate current
literature to the world of
business.
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Activities &
Assessments
Who Moved
My Cheese?
KOSSA Standards
2005.AA.2 Participate in
conversation, discussion, and
group presentations
On-writing
demand.
Subject: Business Principles
Textbook: Introduction to Business
Essential Questions
How can the life lessons in this book apply
to both your personal and professional
lives?
Give an example of when you are active,
when you really want to be productive.
Why do you think it is important not to
overanalyze or overcomplicate things?
I CAN explain characteristics
of the free enterprise
system and economic
growth.
I CAN explain characteristics
of the law of supply and
demand, role of automation
and computers.
I CAN identify and analyze
constitutional freedom,
responsibilities, and rights
of the US citizen.
I CAN discuss business
ethics and areas in which
businesses are thought to
have social responsibility.
Textbook:
Unit 1:
Chapters 1-4
Informal
checkpoint
assessments.
Formative &
Summative
Assessments
Projects: Oral
& Written
2005.OF.7 Recognize the impact
of economics
Describe the economic systems of the
United States.
2005.OF.8 Understand the
economic principles and
concepts fundamental to
business operations
What are the main differences among the
three economic systems?
2005.OE.9 Analyze an
employment contract
Describe the four phases of the business
cycle.
2005.OF.10 Understand
business supply and demand
Describe importing and exporting activities.
2005.OH.1 Recognize the legal
issues related to managing a
business in the global
environment
2005.OH.2 Describe global
economic factors
How does licensing differ from a franchise?
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I CAN differentiate
capitalism, socialism, and
communism.
I CAN identify demographic,
geographic, and
psychographic trends in
consumer market.
I CAN describe the concepts
of economics and economic
activities
I CAN distinguish between
economic goods and
services.
I CAN explain the concepts
of economic resources.
I CAN explain the nature of
global trade.
I CAN explain the concept of
Gross Domestic Products.
I CAN discuss the impact of
cultural and social
environments on global
trade.
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2005.OH.3 Examine issues of
corporate culture and managing
in the global environment
Subject: Business Principles
Textbook: Introduction to Business
What are the four areas of social
responsibility that may require the
attention of business?
2005.OH.4 Define examples of
global involvement
Identify the roles and levels of government.
2005.OI.1 Explain the
relationship between ethics and
governmental regulations
Prepare a list of possible problems that
could occur in a contract situation.
Describe government actions to raise
money that might have a positive or
negative influence on business activities.
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Month
Unit
Learning Targets
Unit 2: Business Organization and Management
October/November/December Time Frame: 9 weeks
I CAN compare types of
business ownerships.
I CAN research and analyze
career opportunities in
business and marketing and
the relationship of
education, employment,
and wages.
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Activities &
KOSSA Standards
Assessments
Textbook:
Unit 2:
Chapters 5-9
Compare &
Contrast
graphic
organizer.
Case Studies
I CAN demonstrate
employability and social
skills relative to the career
cluster.
I CAN describe health and
safety regulation in
business.
I CAN discuss the role of
ethics in knowledge
management.
I CAN explain management
theories and their
applications.
I CAN explain the nature of
managerial control and
ethics.
Formative &
Summative
Assessments
Subject: Business Principles
Textbook: Introduction to Business
Essential Questions
2005.EF.3 Demonstrate
What are the six basic activities completed
effective team skills and
by all businesses?
evaluate their importance in the
workplace
Which form of business ownership is the
most complex and difficult to form? Why?
2005.EG.1 Contribute new ideas
What problems can result from the use of a
2005.EG.4 Locate and verify
functional organizational structure?
information
Describe opportunities and risks of
2005.EM.3 Select appropriate
entrepreneurship.
technological resources to
accomplish work
Describe the elements of a business plan.
2005.OA.8 Develop short-term
Think of a business in your community,
and long-term financial needs of what level of management do you think
a business
exist there?
2005.OB.1 Compare forms of
business ownership
How is tactical management different from
strategic management?
2005.OB.2 Describe types of
organizational structures and
management levels
What leadership qualities do you possess
and are there others that you think you
could develop?
2005.OB.3 Identify the factors
that influence an organization’s
structure
Think of a manager, coach, or teacher
you’ve enjoyed working with. What
characteristics made it easy to follow his or
her lead?
2005.OB.4 Construct an
organizational chart
What are the core values of an
organization?
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I CAN identify and explain
2005.OF.1 Analyze a business
basic functions of
organization’s competitive
management, management
position within the industry
styles, and criteria used in
2005.OF.2 Describe ways to
settings and achieving goals.
increase market share
I CAN utilize SWOT analysis
2005.OF.3 Compare various
when analyzing case studies
forms of competition
and business plans.
I CAN identify
characteristics of successful
entrepreneurs.
2005.OF.4 Discuss the
importance of benchmarking in
the workplace
I CAN describe
opportunities and risks of
entrepreneurship.
2005.OF.5 Utilize SWOT analysis
with case studies/business plan
I CAN identify problems
faced by many small
businesses.
I CAN identify types and
sources of financing for a
small business.
I CAN discuss when to use
the two management styles.
I CAN describe the need for
leadership skills and the
characteristics of an
effective leader.
2005.OK.1 Review and evaluate
a sample business plan
Subject: Business Principles
Textbook: Introduction to Business
Identify important planning and staffing
activities.
Why would a business choose to not
advertise a job opening?
What are the advantages a manager might
experience by gaining employee input?
Why do managers and leaders need
effective human relations skills?
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Month
Unit
Learning Targets
I CAN identify the seven
functions of marketing and
explain the economic value
of marketing.
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KOSSA Standards
Assessments
Textbook:
Unit 3:
Chapters 10-14
Case Studies
Unit 3: Business Marketing and Operations
January/ February Time Frame: 8 weeks
I CAN identify and explain
the 4 P’s of the marketing
mix.
Group Work
Oral
I CAN explain marketing and Presentations
its importance in a global
economy.
Formative &
Summative
I CAN explain the role of
Assessments
promotion as a marketing
function.
I CAN use computers and
technology to collect,
organize, and communicate
information.
I CAN demonstrate
problem-solving and
decision-making skills as
they apply in economics,
personal finance, human
relations, distribution, or
product service planning.
Subject: Business Principles
Textbook: Introduction to Business
Essential Questions
2005.OF.5 Utilize analysis with
case studies/business plan
Why should a markdown be considered a
pricing mistake?
2005.OF.7 Recognize the impact
of economics
Describe how technology might affect the
operating costs and profits of a company.
2005.OF.8 Understand the
economic principles and
concepts fundamental to
business operations
How is computer aided design (CAD) used
by businesses?
2005.EG.4 Locate and verify
information
2005.EM.3 Select appropriate
technological resources to
accomplish work
What are possible business activities
currently performed by people that might
be performed in the future sing a computer
system?
Describe three types of business budgets.
What must be considered when
establishing a sales price for your product?
2005.OA.8 Develop short-term
and long-term financial needs of Describe the components of a business’
a business
payroll system.
2005.AE.2 Identify the
components of a budget and
how one is created
What does it mean if your company’s net
income ratio increases from one year to
the next?
2005.AE.4 Use financial services
effectively
List the three steps in financial decisionmaking?
2005.AE.5 Demonstrate ability
to meet financial obligations
What is the difference between custom
manufacturing and materials processing?
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I CAN use and understand
basic computer
terminology.
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2005.AG.1 Use technology
appropriately to enhance
professional presentations
I CAN discuss the
importance of effective
business operations.
2005.AH.1 Select and use
appropriate devices, services,
and applications to complete
workplace tasks
I CAN describe tools used to
manage business
operations.
Subject: Business Principles
Textbook: Introduction to Business
Would continuous process improvements
affect the prices that consumers pay for
products?
What can retailers do to recover losses
suffered from shoplifting?
Why must management create strategies
that encourage employee involvement?
Describe why some business risks are
uninsurable.
I CAN describe ways that
businesses can deal with
risks.
I CAN describe several types
of business insurance.
I CAN describe why some
businesses are uninsurable.
Unit
Unit 4: Personal Financial
Management
March/April/May Time
Frame: 10 weeks
Month
Learning Targets
I CAN explain wise buying
actions.
I CAN describe the four
main types of shopping
locations.
I CAN explain seven
consumer rights.
Activities &
Assessments
Textbook:
Unit 4:
Chapters 15
HSFPP
Curriculum:
Modules 1-6
Group Work
KOSSA Standards
Essential Questions
2003.OB.1 Define credit and
credit terms
What decision-making steps should be
taken when making a purchase?
2003.OB.2 Complete credit
forms and applications
Explain seven consumer rights.
2003.OB.3 Possess general
knowledge of the following:
checking, savings, loans,
certificates of deposit,
What are the five characteristics of an
effective budget?
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I CAN describe consumer
Oral
investments, IRAs, customer
responsibilities.
Presentations
services, trust services, ATMs,
credit/debit card
I CAN explore how
Formative &
spending, saving and values Summative
2003.OB.4 Understand the
impact your finances.
Assessments
Federal Reserve System
Subject: Business Principles
Textbook: Introduction to Business
Provide an explanation of the main types of
endorsements.
I CAN set financial goals that
are specific and
measurable.
What are the main advantages and
disadvantages of consumer credit?
I CAN apply strategies to be
mindful about spending
decisions.
I CAN create a spending
plan to reach my goals.
I CAN figure out ways to
maintain a positive cash
flow.
I CAN weigh the benefits
and risks of borrowing
money.
I CAN explore the rights and
responsibilities of
borrowers and lenders
I CAN explore the payoffs of
investing in yourself.
2003.OB.5 Understand the role
of FDIC
2003.OB.6 Describe the check
clearing system
2003.OG.4 Understand debits
and credits
Explain the bank reconciliation process?
Which kind of loan schedule would be best
for very large loans paid back over a
number of years?
2003.OA.4 Apply the concepts
of maintaining a checkbook and
reconciling a bank statement
Describe each of the three C’s of credit and
explain their purpose.
2003.OG.2 Compute simple and
compound interest
What is the purpose of the Fair Credit
Reporting Act?
2003.AC.1 Utilize criticalthinking skills to determine best
options/outcomes (e.g., analyze
reliable/unreliable sources of
information, use previous
experiences, implement crisis
management, develop
contingency planning)
2003.AC.3 Implement effective
decision-making skills
What are the four factors to consider when
selecting an investment?
Explain how economic factors affect stock
prices.
Why might insurance rates be higher on
certain kinds of vehicles?
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I CAN explore how saving
and investing can be used to
build wealth.
I CAN protect my personal
account information.
I CAN select banking tools
and technology to handle
personal business
transactions.
I CAN demonstrate how to
manage spending and
banking transactions.
I CAN justify reasons to be
insured.
I CAN investigate how
insurance works.
I CAN compare auto
insurance options.
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Subject: Business Principles
Textbook: Introduction to Business
Why do people’s insurance needs change
at different times in their lives?
Develop a plan of action to build a good
credit reputation.
Set SMART financial goals for yourself.