Name: ___________________

INTRODUCTION TO BUSINESS AND TECHNOLOGY

SYLLABUS

Kelly A. Macaw
Kelly.Macaw@barrow.k12.ga.us
PATHWAY:
Business, Management & Technology
SOFTWARE: Microsoft office 2010, Microsoft powerPoint 2010, Internet explorer, and other business related software.
TEXTBOOK: INTRODUCTION TO BUSINESS.
Betty J. Brown and John E. Clow. McGraw-Hill Glencoe, 2008, California;
MICROSOFT OFFICIAL ACADEMIC COURSE. Word 2010 John Wiley and Sons, Inc., 2012, USA. Integrated Business
Projects; Teacher Resource Files; Supplemental Magazines, Publications and other Online Resources.
COURSE DESCRIPTION:
Introduction to Business & Technology is the foundations course for the Business and Technology, and Entrepreneurship pathways.
The course is designed for high school students as a gateway to the career pathways above, and provides an overview of business and
technology skills required for today's business environment. Students will not only understand the concepts, but apply their knowledge
to situations and defend their actions/decisions/choices through the knowledge and skills acquired in this course. Employability skills
are integrated into activities, tasks, and projects throughout the course standards to demonstrate the skills required by business and
industry. Introduction to Business & Technology is a course that is appropriate for all high school students. After mastery of the
standards in this course, students should be prepared to earn an industry recognized credential: Microsoft Office Specialist for Word
Core Certification.

MATERIALS NEEDED:
One ream (500 sheets) of computer paper, 3 ring binder and a pen (or pencil). Periodically, students will need headphones/ear buds to
view interactive materials on the Internet. To reduce the transmission of germs and improve student attendance, a donation of hand
sanitizer or tissues would be greatly appreciated.
FUTURE BUSINESS LEADERS OF AMERICA (FBLA):
FBLA is the co-curricular student organization that plays an integral role in the components of Business and Technology Course
standards. FBLA activities are incorporated throughout this course and the rest of the Business and Computer Science courses.
Students are strongly urged to join FBLA to benefit from the wealth of opportunities the organization has to offer.
CAREERS:
Business professionals may be entrepreneurs, accountants, economists, managers, administrators, or analysts. Those considering a
career in small business or accounting should be analytical, detail-oriented, flexible, and decisive.
IBT-1 Demonstrate employability skills required by business and industry.
IBT-2 Apply technology as a tool to increase productivity by creating, editing, and publishing industry-appropriate documents.
IBT-3 Master word processing software to create, edit, and publish professional-appearing business documents.
IBT-4 Analyze and integrate leadership skills and management functions within the business environment.
IBT-5 Demonstrate understanding of the concept of marketing and its importance to business ownership.
IBT-6 Use professional oral, written, and digital communication skills to create, express, and interpret information and ideas.
IBT-7 Demonstrate an understanding of entrepreneurship through recognizing a business opportunity, how to start a business based on the
recognized opportunity, and basics of how to operate and maintain that business
IBT-8 Understand, interpret and use accounting principles to make financial decisions.
IBT-9 Develop effective money management strategies and understand the role and functions of financial institutions.
IBT-10 Research and interpret the various risks involved in operating a business while determining the role of insurance for a business.
IBT-11 Examine basic human resources and the legal aspects of a business while incorporating the methods into business practices.
IBT-12 Explore how related student organizations are integral parts of career and technology education courses through leadership
development, school and community service projects, entrepreneurship development, and competitive events.

BUSINESS MANAGEMENT AND ADMINSTRATION CAREER CLUSTER:

Students must complete three designated courses to complete the pathway. Pathway courses are listed below.
BUSINESS AND TECHNOLOGY
ENTREPRENEURSHIP

INTRO. TO BUSINESS & TECHNOLOGY

BUSINESS & TECHNOLOGY

BUSINESS COMMUNICATIONS

INTRO. TO BUSINESS AND

TECHNOLOGY
BUSINESS COMMUNICATIONS AND
PRESENTATION
ENTREPRENEURSHIP

END-OF-PATHWAY ASSESSMENT:
After completing the three courses in a
pathway, students will be prepared to take
an End-of-Pathway exam to certify
knowledge, skill and understanding.
Completing the assessment successfully,
allows the student to earn certification in
Business and Technology and/or
Entrepreneurship under the Business
Management & Administration Career
Cluster. This mandate for end of pathway
assessment, set forth in the new Perkins IV
Legislation, requires states to implement a
mechanism to ascertain the level of the
technical skill attainment on behalf of its
CTAE students.

WORKLOAD EXPECTATIONS:

RESPECT

Expectations
Be respectful to others
opinions, property, and
education
Positive attitude
Clean your area before exiting

ON TASK

ATTENTIVE

READY

Complete assignments on
time
Maintain appropriate use of
the computers
Be on time and in the correct
seat
Turn off electronic devices
unless instructed differently
by the teacher
Be present mentally and
physically
Participate in all activities

Have all materials and work

for class

Be prepared for all

assessments

Students are expected to complete all class

Dress appropriately for school
work in the classroom. No homework
unless a project is assigned since there is only one set of textbooks that are kept in the classroom. REMEDIATION:
Students will have the opportunity to receive additional assistance to complete assignments. They should arrange that time with the
teacher.
GRADING:
Progress reports will be issued at 4 weeks and 13 weeks; a parent/guardians signature is required on the progress reports. Report
cards will be sent out at 9 weeks and 18 weeks. A midterm exam and a final exam will be given.
Grading Policy
INTERNET USAGE IN CLASS SETTING:
In order to enhance student learning, students will use
Daily Work
40%
the Internet as a resource tool. Barrow County Schools
Worksheets, production,
has a published policy on student use of the Internet.
demonstration, projects
While in a business and computer science lab,
Tests
30%
students will comply with all county guidelines.
Projects, Portfolio pieces
Failure to follow county mandated guidelines would
Midterm
10%
result in punishment that ranges from loss of
Final Exam/SLO
20%
privileges to administrative referral. All students and
parents are required to sign acknowledgement of
Internet guidelines prior to a student using the
Internet.
By signing below, I am indicating I agree to follow the guidelines as stated including the Internet and classroom policies listed in the
student handbook. I acknowledge that this is a lab class and understand the students will be working with power equipment. Students
will complete paper-pencil tests and computer-based tests along with surveys related to course content. Parents are encouraged to
access their childs grades and attendance daily via parent-portal a website supported by Barrow County Schools. See Barrow
County School Web site for paperwork.
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PARENT/GUARDIAN SIGNATURE
STUDENT SIGNATURE
Students are REQUIRED to return the course syllabus with a student signature and parent signature.
All items are subject to change without proper notification.

Barrow County School System is an Equal Opportunity Educator/Employer with established policies prohibiting the discrimination on the basis of
age, race, creed, religion, color, sex, national origin, disability or handicap, sexual orientation, or political affiliation in an educational program,
activity, or employment in the district and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups.
Our goal at Winder Barrow High School is to promote the academic success of each student. Students are expected to take advantage of all
opportunities for success, which are made available to them by all teachers.