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Business Technology
Education
Gateway Institute of
Technology
Advisory Committee Meeting Fall 2010
What is Business Technology
Education?
The objective of Gateway Institute of Technology Business
Technology Education program is to provide students with the
knowledge and skills necessary for success in the field of
business technology. As students gain knowledge, they develop
skills necessary for success and build a strong foundation that
enables them to become productive workers and citizens.
The Business Technology Education program is designed for
students that have an interest in entrepreneurship, ecommerce, accounting, marketing, and technology. The
curriculum is structured to mirror the diversity within the
business and technology industry and to provide instruction in
the required principles, concepts, attitudes, and skills for
advanced study or employment. Students will experience
challenging activities and acquire critical-thinking skills as they
apply problem-solving models.
Courses offered:
COMPUTER APPLICATIONS – 9-10
INTRO TO BUSINESS – 10-12
ADVANCED MICROSOFT APPLICATIONS – 11-12
ACCOUNTING I and II – 11-12
ENTREPRENEURSHIP AND E-COMMERCE – 11-12
DESKTOP PUBLISHING/ WEB DESIGN – 11-12
BUSINESS MANAGEMENT THEORY – 11TH GRADE – 2
CREDITS
 ADVANCED BUSINESS MANAGEMENT TOPICS AND
INTERNSHIP – 12TH GRADE – 4 CREDITS
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One option for a Business
Technology Major
Business Technology Education Major
9th Grade
10th Grade
11th Grade
12th Grade
Freshman English
American Literature 200
American Literature 300
English Literature
Social Studies 100
World History
American History
Ethics or Law or Economics
Algebra
Geometry
Adv. Algebra
Trigonometry
Biology
Chemistry
Ind. Physics
Science Elective
Physical Education
Health/Personal Finance
Advanced Microsoft Applications
Business Law
AVID
AVID
Fundamentals of Marketing
Accounting
Fine Art
Computer Applications
Business
International Business
Foreign Language
Foreign Language
Entrepreneurship/E-commerce
Desktop Publishing/Web Design
2nd Option for Business
Technology Major with internship
Business Technology Education Major
9th Grade
10th Grade
11th Grade
12th Grade
Freshman English
American Literature 200
American Literature 300
English Literature
Social Studies 100
World History
American History
Ethics or Law or Economics
Algebra
Geometry
Adv. Algebra
Trigonometry
Biology
Chemistry
Ind. Physics
Science Elective
Physical Education
Health/Personal Finance
Advanced Microsoft Applications
International Business
AVID
AVID
Fundamentals of Marketing/
Business Technology Internship
Fine Art
Computer Applications
Business
Business Technology Internship
Foreign Language
Foreign Language
Entrepreneurship/E-Commerce
Business Technology Internship
Computer Applications
Computer Applications is a one-credit
introductory course designed to help students
master basic skills in the areas of word
processing, spreadsheet, presentation, Internet,
and E-mail. Students are also offered
opportunities to gather information about
careers in technology.
 Grades 9-10
 Prerequisite: None
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ACCOUNTING I and II
Accounting is a one-credit course designed to
help students understand the basic principles of
the accounting cycle. Emphasis is placed on
analyzing and recording business transactions;
preparing and interpreting financial statements,
accounting systems, banking, and payroll
activities; identifying basic types of business
ownership; and participating in an orientation to
careers in accounting.
 Grades 12
 Prerequisite: Business course recommended
 Articulated course
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Business
Business is a practical presentation of
basic business principles. Students will
acquire knowledge in entrepreneurship,
business ownership, types of businesses,
ethics, marketing, and finance.
 Grade: 10-12
 Prerequisite: Computer Applications
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ADVANCED MICROSOFT
APPLICATIONS
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Advanced Microsoft Applications is an advanced
one-credit course that provides students with
project-based applications using word
processing, spreadsheets, databases,
presentations, and the Internet. A major
emphasis is placed on guiding students through
real-world experiences to ease the school-tocareer transition.
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Grades 11
Prerequisite: Computer Applications
Articulated Course – can receive 4 credit hours at SLCC
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Entrepreneurship/ E-Commerce
Entrepreneurship and E-Commerce is a one
credit specialized business course designed to
provide students with the skills needed to
effectively organize, develop, create, and
manage a business. This course includes
business management and entrepreneurship;
communication and interpersonal skills;
economics; and professional development
foundations
 Grades 12
 Prerequisite: Business Recommended
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Desktop Publishing/Web Design
Desktop Publishing/Web Design is a one-credit
course designed to provide students with skills
involving presentations, desktop publishing, web
publishing, and digital graphics. Students use
various hardware peripherals as well as the
Internet for integrating skills to create a variety
of publications. They learn basic HTML and use
Dreamweaver software.
 Grades 12
 Prerequisite: Computer Applications
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Business Management Theory
Students cover a wide range of business topics
including Business Communication, Business
Law, Ethics, Marketing, Entrepreneurship,
Finance, Accounting, and Economics.
 Grades 11
 Prerequisite: Other Business Course
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BUSINESS MANAGEMENT
TECHNOLOGY INTERNSHIP
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BUSINESS TECHNOLOGY INTERNSHIP is a
4 credit course that provides seniors with a opportunity
to learn more about the business world, the legal
system, and personal interaction through work
experience and educational programs and seminars. A
major focus of the course is to complete an
entrepreneurial idea and business plan and an Electronic
Career Portfolio. College Summit is incorporated into the
program.
Prerequisite: Business Management Theory and
Advanced Microsoft Applications recommended
Club Association
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Future Business Leaders of America
– Enrolled in a Business Technology Education
Class
– Membership Fee $15.00
– Future Business Leaders of America–Phi Beta
Lambda (FBLA-PBL) is a co-curricular
component of the Business Technology
program. This student organization enhances
classroom instruction, develops leadership
skills, and provides opportunities for
professional growth and service. FBLA dues are
paid only one time per year, not per class.
What you can do to help
Attend meetings
 Offer internships
 Help with funding and equipment for
classroom and field trips
 Guest Speakers and Field Trips
 Judge FBLA events
 Conduct mock interviews
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