8th Grade Business Ownership & Careers
Business Ownership and Careers offers students an introductory course to all business courses. Topics include economics, business ownership, careers, and management. Students end the quarter by creating their own business plan report and presentation. Students will also prepare a job application and participate in a mock interview.
Power Standards
2.4.1 - Define sole proprietorship.
2.4.2 - Define partnership.
2.4.15 - Explain why a corporation is a legal entity.
3.3.4 - Discuss the importance of quality performance to an individual and to a business.
3.4.19 - Identify steps to prepare for an interview.
4.3.34 - Develop business plans and proposals.
Topics Covered
Unit 1 - Economic Systems
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Supply & Demand
Unit 2 - Business Structures
Unit 3 - Management & Marketing
Unit 4 - Etiquette
Unit 5 - Job Applications
Business Plan
Final Test​