Business & Information Technology Pathways & Class Offerings
The above matrix helps create a visual for students to see what careers pathways they
may be interested along with course offerings provided here at Plymouth High School.
may be interested along with course offerings provided here at Plymouth High School.
Classes to take at PHS include:
Marketing & Management
Management and Leadership - This course prepares students to meet the challenges of leadership in today’s complex global business environment. Students learn to apply the business management principles of planning, organizing, staffing, leading and controlling. The course is project based. Through simulations and case studies students will be able to apply the information and knowledge that they acquire. Principles of Business recommended prior to taking this course.
Principles of Business - Principles of Business, a project-based business course, develops student understanding and skills in such areas as economics, entrepreneurship, business management, marketing, human resource management, finance, and understanding of the global economy. Through the use of projects, students acquire an understanding and appreciation of the business world. Current technology will be used to acquire information and to complete the projects. Throughout the course, students are presented problem-solving situations for which they must apply academic and critical-thinking skills. International Business - International business is a project-based course where students expand their understanding that businesses are influenced by worldwide factors. Every job area has a global component and needs a basic knowledge of international business. This course will provide students with the foundation necessary to understand international business and the various aspects of conducting business in the global economy. The course further provides students an understanding of how social, cultural, and other influential factors impact both domestic and global business, as well as decisions we make in our daily lives. Principles of Marketing TC (LTC) - This class is a project-based business course that develops student understanding and skills in the functional areas of marketing: promotion, selling merchandising, customer service and business fundamentals. Students will acquire an understanding and appreciation of each of the marketing functions and their ethical and legal issues. Students earning a C or better in this course will be granted 3 transcripted credits for Principles of Marketing at Lakeshore Technical College. There is no fee for these credits. |
Accounting Pathways
Accounting 1 TC (LTC) - This course provides an understanding of the basic elements and concepts of double entry accounting systems. Activities include: the accounting equation, the accounting cycle, entering transactions in journals, posting to ledgers, end-of-period statements, banking activities, and payroll. Students will complete a business simulation as the "accountant" for a business. Students will utilize Excel throughout this course. Students earning a C or gbetter in this course will be granted 3 transcripted credits for Office Accounting at Lakershore Technical College. There is no fee for these credits.
Accounting 2 TC (LTC) - Provides in-depth knowledge of accounting procedures utilized in solving business problems and making financial decisions. Students will learn how computers and accounting software help manage, store, calculate, post, retrieve, analyze, and print accounting information as well as prepare financial reports. Students will become familiar with the use of business papers, forms, and reports involved in keeping financial records and develop skills to analyze and interpret information common to partnerships and corporations. Prerequisite: Accounting 1 Students earning a C or better in this course will be granted 4 transcripted credits for Accounting 1 at Lakeshore Technical College. There is no fee for these credits. Accounting 3 TC (LTC) This course includes an emphasis on analyzing financial data in order to recommend a course of action. An automated accounting software simulation will be completed, and cost and managerial accounting will be introduced. Prerequisite: Accounting 2 Students earning a C or better in this course will be granted 4 transcripted credits for Accounting 2 at LTC. There is no fee for these credits. |
Introduction to Technology (formerly Information Processing) - This course is an introduction to the Microsoft Office software, the Google Suite, as well as various forms of emerging technologies impacting the digital world. Technology will be used to perfect professional communication skills and practices, problem-solving, and effective presentation skills to prepare students for life after high school. Skills and knowledge gained through this course will be beneficial to all students regardless of post-secondary plans.
Computer Applications 1 TC (LTC) - This course is an advanced study of the Microsoft Office software - Word, Excel, Access, and PowerPoint. Students will choose a minimum of 2 software packages to study during the semester and work independently to complete learning activities to master the use of the software. At the end of each quarter, students will take the Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS) Industry Certification Exam related to their unit of study. This opportunity allows students to earn industry-recognized certification without paying the fee for this exam.
Career Options: Microsoft Office is the software used in the business world and at colleges today. Therefore, this course is recommended for college-bound students as well as those entering the workforce.
Computer Applications 2 TC (LTC) - This course provides students an opportunity to complete work on software packages not completed in Computer Apps 1.
Career options: Microsoft Office is the software used in the business world and at colleges today. Therefore, this course is recommended for college-bound students as well as those entering the workforce.
Prerequisite: Computer Applications 1
*Students earning a C or better in Computer Applications 1 or 2 will be granted the following transcripted credits at LTC based on the software units they complete during the semester (2 units are required in a semester). There is no fee for these credits.
Completed Word - 1 credit for LTC Word Level 1
Completed Excel - 1 credit for LTC Excel Level 1
Completed PowerPoint - 1 credit for LTC PowerPoint Level 1
Completed Access – 1 credit for LTC Access Level 1
Introduction to Technology (formerly Information Processing) - This course is an introduction to the Microsoft Office software, the Google Suite, as well as various forms of emerging technolo
Business Law TC (LTC) - This course is designed to acquaint students with basic legal principles. Students will gain a better understanding of their rights and responsibilities as applied in everyday matters. Included in the course of study are criminal terms and procedures, contracts, lawsuits, special laws for minors, consumer rights, employer and employee rights and duties, wills, inheritance and other related business topics. Students will analyze case studies, intensively research legal cases using the web and debate legal issues.
Students earning a C or better in this course will be granted 3 transcripted credits for Business Law 1 at Lakeshore Technical College. There is no fee for these credits.
2350 Personal Finances - REQUIRED FOR GRADUATION - The objective of this course is to help students develop their ability to make personal financial decisions and become wise earners, spenders, and savers. This course will help students identify personal financial goals, develop strategies for career choices, organize and manage money, review consumer purchasing and protection, consider banking options, learn to manage credit, explore buy vs. lease for housing and automotive needs, consider investment choices for savings and retirement, plan a tax strategy, and cover insurance options. Many assessments will involve hands-on experiences including research, media and computer simulations. (Classes that also fill this requirement are 929 Introduction to Economics, 950 AP Microeconomics, or 951 AP Macroeconomics)
Computer Applications 1 TC (LTC) - This course is an advanced study of the Microsoft Office software - Word, Excel, Access, and PowerPoint. Students will choose a minimum of 2 software packages to study during the semester and work independently to complete learning activities to master the use of the software. At the end of each quarter, students will take the Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS) Industry Certification Exam related to their unit of study. This opportunity allows students to earn industry-recognized certification without paying the fee for this exam.
Career Options: Microsoft Office is the software used in the business world and at colleges today. Therefore, this course is recommended for college-bound students as well as those entering the workforce.
Computer Applications 2 TC (LTC) - This course provides students an opportunity to complete work on software packages not completed in Computer Apps 1.
Career options: Microsoft Office is the software used in the business world and at colleges today. Therefore, this course is recommended for college-bound students as well as those entering the workforce.
Prerequisite: Computer Applications 1
*Students earning a C or better in Computer Applications 1 or 2 will be granted the following transcripted credits at LTC based on the software units they complete during the semester (2 units are required in a semester). There is no fee for these credits.
Completed Word - 1 credit for LTC Word Level 1
Completed Excel - 1 credit for LTC Excel Level 1
Completed PowerPoint - 1 credit for LTC PowerPoint Level 1
Completed Access – 1 credit for LTC Access Level 1
Introduction to Technology (formerly Information Processing) - This course is an introduction to the Microsoft Office software, the Google Suite, as well as various forms of emerging technolo
Business Law TC (LTC) - This course is designed to acquaint students with basic legal principles. Students will gain a better understanding of their rights and responsibilities as applied in everyday matters. Included in the course of study are criminal terms and procedures, contracts, lawsuits, special laws for minors, consumer rights, employer and employee rights and duties, wills, inheritance and other related business topics. Students will analyze case studies, intensively research legal cases using the web and debate legal issues.
Students earning a C or better in this course will be granted 3 transcripted credits for Business Law 1 at Lakeshore Technical College. There is no fee for these credits.
2350 Personal Finances - REQUIRED FOR GRADUATION - The objective of this course is to help students develop their ability to make personal financial decisions and become wise earners, spenders, and savers. This course will help students identify personal financial goals, develop strategies for career choices, organize and manage money, review consumer purchasing and protection, consider banking options, learn to manage credit, explore buy vs. lease for housing and automotive needs, consider investment choices for savings and retirement, plan a tax strategy, and cover insurance options. Many assessments will involve hands-on experiences including research, media and computer simulations. (Classes that also fill this requirement are 929 Introduction to Economics, 950 AP Microeconomics, or 951 AP Macroeconomics)