Business, Marketing, & Finance

Video Game Design

VIDGDA/B

Grade 9-12, 1 credit, On-Level weighted GPA Video Game Design will allow students to explore one of the largest industries in the global marketplace and the new emerging careers it provides in the field of technology. Students will learn gaming, computerized gaming, evolution of gaming, artistic aspects of perspective, design, animation, technical concepts of collision theory, and programming logic. Students will participate in a simulation of a real video game design team while developing technical proficiency in constructing an original game design. Prerequisite: None

Video Game Programming

VIDPGA/B

Grade 10-12, 1 credit, On-Level weighted GPA Video Game Programming expands on the foundation created in Video Game Design through programming languages such as: C# programming, XNA game studio, Java, and Android App. In this course, students will investigate the inner workings of a fully functional role-playing game (RPG) by customizing playable characters, items, maps, and chests and eventually applying customizations by altering and enhancing the core game code. Recommended prerequisite: Video Game Design

Advanced Video Game Programming

ADVVGA/B

Grade 11-12, 1 credit, On-Level weighted GPA Using Unity as an introduction to 3D game development, students will have exposure to and an understanding of: object-oriented programming concepts; game development skill and 3D modeling. Students will communicate and collaborate on group-based projects. Prerequisite: Video Game Programming

Business, Marketing, & Finance

Program Video

Business Information Management I

BUSM1A/B

Grade 9-12, 1 credit, On-Level weighted GPA This is an introduction to business applications of emerging technologies, creating word-processing documents (Microsoft Word), developing spreadsheets (Microsoft Excel), formulating databases (Microsoft Access), and producing electronic presentations (Microsoft PowerPoint). You will have the opportunity to earn Microsoft Office certifications. Prerequisite: None

Accounting and Finance

Accounting I

ACCT1A/B

Grade 10-12, 1 credit, On-Level weighted GPA Get an introduction to the field of accounting, including the accounting equation, journal entries, inventory, payroll, and financial statements. You will create, analyze, interpret financial statements and other financial information. Prerequisite: Algebra I

Banking & Financial Services

BANKFN

Grade 10-12, 0.5 credit, On-Level weighted GPA An introduction to the roles of the banking industry from the perspectives of consumers, employees, entrepreneurs, and the government. Prerequisite : None

Dollars and Sense

DOLLSN

Grade 10-12, 0.5 credit, On-Level weighted GPA Students learn about money-management and decision making and how these choices impact them and the world/economy around them. Prerequisite: None

Securities and Investments

SECINA/B

Grade 10-12, 1 credit, On-Level weighted GPA Students learn about the securities industry by exploring its history and inner workings while becoming familiar with the stock market. Students analyze and decide on best investing strategies. Prerequisite: None

Accounting II

ACCT2A/B

Grade 11-12, 1 credit, On-Level weighted GPA Students create, analyze, and interpret financial information including the creation of financial statements and financial ratios. Students will have opportunities to earn a certification in Microsoft Excel. This course fulfills the fourth math credit. Check with the university if this counts for admission requirements. Prerequisite: Accounting I

Financial Analysis

FINANA/B

Grade 11-12, 1 credit, On-Level weighted GPA Students gather, create, and evaluate various companies ’ financial information to be able to make recommendations for stakeholders. Prerequisite: Accounting I

Business Management

Virtual Business

VRTBUS

Grade 10-12, 0.5 credit, On-Level weighted GPA Students start a virtual business by creating a web presence, conducting online and off-line marketing, examining contracts appropriate for an online business, and demonstrating project-management skills. Students will also demonstrate bookkeeping skills for a virtual business, maintain business records, and understand legal issues associated with a virtual business. Prerequisite: None

Grade 10-12, 1 credit, On-Level weighted GPA This is a continuation of Business Information Management I. Students will learn how to make multiple programs communicate and embed within each other using advanced and complex tools and skills in Microsoft Office programs. Students will advance and refine presentation skills towards a higher level. Students will have the opportunity to earn advanced Microsoft Office certifications. Prerequisite: Business Information Management I

Practicum in Business Management

PRABMA/B

Grade 12, 3 credits, On-Level weighted GPA Students gain experience by interning with a professional in the industry. By spending time outside of the school and on-site, students have a chance to gain knowledge, build professional relationships, and strengthen individual performance to help prepare for a successful transition into the workforce or postsecondary education. Prerequisite: Interview with the PiBM Coordinator; obtain an approved mentoring company; complete a program qualification form.

Marketing

Fashion Marketing

FASMKT

Grade 9-12, 0.5 credit, On-Level weighted GPA Students in Fashion Marketing will gain a working knowledge of promotion, textiles, merchandising, selling, visual merchandising and career opportunities in the fashion industry. Prerequisite: None

Sports & Entertainment Marketing

SPENMK

Grade 10-12, 0.5 credit, On-Level weighted GPA Learn how companies and marketers use collegiate and professional sports teams, collegiate and professional sporting events, celebrities, and entertainment events such as a music concert or an awards show to promote its brand name and products Prerequisite: None

Social Media Marketing

SOCMEM

Grade 10-12, 0.5 credit, On-Level weighted GPA Learn how companies and marketers create and use social media as a part of their overall marketing strategies. Prerequisite: None

Advertising

ADVSPR

Grade 11-12, 0.5 credit, On-Level weighted GPA Students will learn about the practices of advertising including the use of various media formats and the exploration of social, ethical, and legal issues of advertising including the historical influences, the strategies, and the media decision. Prerequisite: None