Course Descriptions
Business Technology - 1 credit - grades 9, 10, 11, 12.
Students will develop and apply a variety of foundation and basic business skills which are required in all business occupations. Units of study include computer applications, communications, recordkeeping, and career exploration. Students will use computers, printers, software programs, scanners, and various other equipment throughout the course.
NOTE: Business Technology is a prerequisite for all other PHS Business courses.
Office Management - 1 credit - grades 11, 12
Office Management is an advanced business course designed for students who plan to enter the business world following either high school or college. It offers career preparation in business areas such as Office Assistant, Office Specialist, and Information Processing Specialist. Each career area offers advanced business skills and knowledge relating to business office occupations. All of these careers use extensive computer and transcription equipment. Students may continue with their business management training by Business Careers I.
**PREREQUISITE: Students must have taken a full year of Business Technology to enroll in this class.