Principles of Business & Personal Finance
“Ability may take you to the top, but it takes character to stay there.”
INSTRUCTOR INFORMATION
Name: Lori Reavis
Email: lreavis@iss.k12.nc.us
COURSE DESCRIPTION This course introduces the major principles and concepts that are the foundation
for future study of business and management. Topics of study include basic business principles, personal
finance concepts, management concepts, systems thinking, quality management, and the current
environment for business in a multinational marketplace. Communication skills and basic mathematical
concepts are reinforced in this course. Work-based learning strategies appropriate for this course are field
trips and job shadowing. Simulations, projects, teamwork, and leadership activities, meetings, conferences,
and competitions provide opportunities for application of instructional competencies.
COURSE OBJECTIVES
Explain the key characteristics of the private enterprise
Analyze the role of the consumer as a responsible citizen
Demonstrate effective leadership/communication skills
Identify the key characteristics of government spending
Explain the importance of money management among government, business, and the consumer
Explain the importance of banking among government, business, and the consumer
Explain the concept of credit and its effect on the individual and the total economy
Explain the theory of savings and investments in our economy
Explain the various types of insurance and explain how each provides protection against possible loss
Analyze and develop an individualized career plan
Demonstrate proper procedures for obtaining a job
CLASSROOM RULES
Always be honest.
Respect others, ideas & opinions.
Do your homework and study for tests!
STAND up for what you believe in!
Ask questions when you don’t understand.
Be the best student you can be!