Suggested Business Management & Administration Program of Study The following Program of Study includes courses that students may want to consider if they have an interest in pursuing a career within this cluster. Courses listed are in addition to all courses required for graduation, although some may meet graduation requirements. Students interested in this career cluster are not limited to the courses listed; instead, each student is strongly encouraged to explore courses from a variety of interest areas as they progress through high school and refine their personal Academic and Career Plan (ACP). Potential Courses to Include in a Student’s Program of Study
Core Course Opportunities: English: Speech Communication, Writing for Publication, Public Speaking Math: Pre-Calculus, Statistics Social Studies: Psychology, Current Issues, Modern Society, International Relationships Elective Course Opportunities: Business: Keyboarding and Digital Technologies, Personal Finance, Entrepreneurship, Business Law, Business Management, Business Leadership PE: Sports Officiating World Language: Any World Language Offerings Early College Credit Course Opportunities: Business: Software Applications (TC), Financial Management and Investing (CAPP) Capstone: AP Seminar, AP Research English: AP English Language and Composition Mathematics: AP Statistics Social Studies: AP Psychology, AP Human Geography, AP Micro Economics, AP Macro Economics World Languages: Any Level V World Language Course (CAPP/CIS), Spanish VI (CAPP)
Potential CareerBased Learning Experiences
Elmbrook Opportunities Mentorship: possible mentorship experiences could include a job shadow with company executives or office staff. Career and Employment Opportunities - Internship: students may pursue employment/internships with a variety of businesses. LAUNCH: Global Business, Business Analytics Industry Recognized Certifications The Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction provides a list of potential industry recognized certifications. While families are responsible for the costs associated with obtaining these certifications, students may be able to access coursework supporting some certifications through local universities or technical colleges by accessing the state of Wisconsin’s Youth Options program.
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