Central High School / Small Business Development
Fall 2012 COURSE SYLLABUS
PROGRAM CONCENTRATION: Business and Computer Science
CAREER PATHWAY: Small Business Development
COURSE TITLE: Entrepreneurial Ventures
Class Web Page: http://schools.bibb.k12.ga.us//Domain/293
Teacher: C. Thrasher
Room Number: 2205
Semester: Fall 2012
Textbook: Various
Textbook Price: N/A
Email: cothrasher.Central@bibb.k12.ga.us
Phone Number: 478-779-2300
Tutorial Days: TBA
Tutorial Hours: TBA
Department Philosophy: The Career Technology Education Department believes that education’s most
important function is to provide all students with the skills needed for post-secondary and careers. This is accomplished by
providing interest-based programs that meet industry standards.
Course Description:
Entrepreneurial Ventures is the third course in the Small Business
Development Career Pathway. This course concentrates on the management skills necessary for successful
business operation. Students will study management strategies for developing and implementing business plans;
structuring the organization; financing the organization; and managing information, operations, marketing and
human resources. International business principles are infused in the standards for Entrepreneurial Ventures. An
integral component of the Entrepreneurial Ventures course is a school-based or community-based
entrepreneurial venture that will engage students in the creation and management of a business and the
challenges of being a small business owner. Mastery of these standards through project-based learning and
leadership development activities of Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA) will help prepare students
with a competitive edge for the global marketplace.
Career Pathways:
Computer Applications serves as a prerequisite to all CTAE Pathways.
Bibb County CTAE Pathways
Administration/Information
Architectural Drawing & Design
Basic Agricultural Science & Technology
Broadcast & Video Production
Computer Systems & Support
Computing
Construction
Culinary Arts
Early Childhood Education
Financial Management – Accounting
Financial Management – Services
Flight Operations
Graphic Communication
Interactive Media
JROTC
Law & Justice
Marketing & Management
Nursery & Landscape
Nutrition & Food Science
Small Business Development
Teaching as a Profession
Therapeutic Services – Medical Services
Therapeutic Services – Nursing
Transportation Logistical Support (Automotive)
Course Schedule
Week 1
Introduction to Entrepreneurship &
Week 10
Operation Management Unit
Business Plan Unit
Week 2
Communication Unit
Week 11
Human Resources Management Unit
Week 3
Economics Unit
Week 12
Marketing Management Unit
Week 4
International Business Unit
Week 13
Business Plan Unit
Week 5
Functions of Management Unit
Week 14
Business Plan Unit
Week 6
Functions of Management Unit
Week 15
Business Plan Unit
Week 7
Organizational Structures Unit
Week 16
Business Plan Unit
Week 8
Financial Management Unit
Week 17
Business Plan Unit
Week 9
Information Management Unit
Week 18
Review and Final Exam
*This is an estimated timeline that is subject to change.
Internet Acceptable Use: Use of the Internet must be in support of education and research and consistent with the
educational objectives of the Bibb County School System. The use of the Internet is a privilege, not a right, and
inappropriate use will result in cancellation of those privileges. Any student user not complying with the Bibb County
School System Internet Acceptable Use Agreement shall lose Internet privileges for a period of not less than one week.
The Internet as a whole will be used as an integral part of this course.
FBLA: The development of positive personal qualities and leadership is a vital component in career success. In this
course that development is achieved through a variety of methods, which include Future Business Leaders of America
(FBLA). FBLA is a student organization that is designed to enhance this class. FBLA provides career and leadership
development through peer interactions, adult mentoring, and competitions based on knowledge and skills learned in the
classroom.
Grading Scale*
Area
Percentage
Class Work/Daily Work (In class activities,
45%
Presentations, Written work, current events,
journals, participation, respect and cooperation
Projects/ Labs(Group assignments, Lab activities,
35%
Performance based assignments, Portfolios,
Tests/Quizzes: Chapter Tests/Unit Tests
20%
Final Exam
15%
Total : Classwork, Projects, Tests, etc. (Semester
Average)=85% + Final Project= 15%
Required Materials Flash Drive, Pen, Pencil, Loose Leaf Notebook Paper, Internet Access.
Classroom Expectations: Give Respect, Get Respect.
1. All students are expected to arrive to class promptly and prepared. As soon as the last bell rings, students are
expected to be in their assigned seats, otherwise a student is considered tardy.
2. It is the student’s responsibility to bring all required materials to class every day.
3. Cheating will not be tolerated!
4. NO gum, candy, food, or drinks are allowed in this classroom.
5. Absolutely no use of vulgar, profane, or inappropriate language in the classroom
6. Students are not to groom in class, this includes hair, make-up, nails, etc…
7. Cellular phones may not be used, or visible at any time, pagers, CD players, MP3 players, hand-held
games, and other personal electronic devices are not allowed in class at any time. Cards or dice are
prohibited and will be confiscated and destroyed. Use of any of these prohibited items will affect your
participation grade and result in disciplinary action.
8. When using the computer lab, NO student is to use the computer for activities that do not relate to this class.
When allowed to use the Internet, visiting websites that are not appropriate for school or not educationally related
is prohibited. Violators will face consequences as outlined in the student handbook.
9. All students should observe ALL the rules and regulations in the Student Handbook. **
Late Assignments: Late assignments will NOT be accepted unless they are the result of an excused absence.
Make-up Policy: IT IS THE STUDENT’S RESPONSIBILITY TO FIND OUT WHAT MAKEUP WORK IS TO BE
DONE. If you have an excused absence, you will be allowed the same number of days as your absence in order to
make up work missed. Make up work must be done after or before school, NOT during class.
Re-do Policy: If a student receives a failing mark on a quiz or test, the student may, if he or she wishes complete an
alternative quiz or test that will add a maximum of 15 points to the grade received. This test or quiz must be taken
within 3 days of receipt of the failing mark and may not be taken during class time.
Required Materials: Flash Drive, Pen, Pencil, Loose Leaf Notebook Paper, and Internet Access.
Our “Typical” 90 - minute Course Structure
o Bell Ringer
o Opening or intro to lesson (whole group)
o Work Session activities (individual or group)
o Closing or review of covered material
o Student Sharing/Ticket out the Door
Acknowledgment of Receipt:
By signing below, the student and parent/guardian acknowledge that they have read and understood the contents in the
2012/2013 Entrepreneurial Ventures syllabus.
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