Introduction to Business Course
The Introduction to Business course at Northgate Academy offers a comprehensive overview of the foundational aspects of the business world, tailored for students eager to understand the dynamics of launching and managing a business in today’s competitive environment. Through engaging with real-world examples, students will explore the journey of planning and launching a product or service, gaining insights into the intricacies of economics, cost-profit analysis, and the various types of business structures. This course is designed to demystify the financial aspects of running a business, including money management, taxation, credit, and the fundamentals of business financing. Additionally, learners will examine the societal role of businesses, discover how to spot business opportunities, and acquire skills in planning, executing, and marketing a business idea effectively.
By achieving the course objectives, students will not only grasp basic economic principles but also hone essential workplace communication skills, understand the operational structures of businesses, and learn to design comprehensive business plans. Furthermore, the course encourages students to assess financial risks and rewards, equipping them with the analytical tools needed for making informed decisions in the business realm. Northgate Academy’s Introduction to Business course is an essential first step for anyone interested in the field of business, providing the knowledge and skills necessary to navigate the complexities of the business world with confidence.
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Introduction to Business Course Syllabus
In this introductory course, students will learn the principles of business using real-world examples —learning what it takes to plan and launch a product or service in today’s fast-paced business environment. This course covers an introduction to economics, costs and profit, and different business types. Students are introduced to techniques for managing money, taxes and credits, the basics of financing a business, how a business relates to society, how to identify a business opportunity; and techniques for planning, executing, and marketing a business plan.
Textbook: Introduction to Business (Boundless – CBYSA4.0)
Course Objectives:
- Understand basic economic principles
- Develop workplace communication skills
- Describe how businesses are structured and operated
- Design a business plan
- Weigh financial risks and rewards
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Chapter 1 – Introduction to Business |
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Chapter 2 – Economics and Business |
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Chapter 3 – Business Ethics and Social Responsibility |
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Chapter 4 – International Business |
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Chapter 5 - Business Writing |
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Chapter 6 – Types of Business Ownership |
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Chapter 7 – Small Business and Entrepreneurship |
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Chapter 8 – Management |
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Chapter 9 – Organizational Structure |
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Chapter 10 - Operations Management |
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Chapter 11 - Motivation Theories and Applications |
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Chapter 12 - Human Resource Management |
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Chapter 13 - Organized Labor Relations |
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Chapter 14 - Marketing & The Customer |
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Chapter 15 - Product and Pricing Strategies |
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Chapter 16 - Product Distribution |
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Chapter 17 - Marketing Communications |
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Chapter 18 - Financial Statements |
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Chapter 19 - Financial Management |
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Chapter 20 - Managing Information Tech |
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Chapter 21 - Functions of Money & Banking |
Grading Scale
A = 90-100%
B = 80-89%
C = 70-79%
D = 60-69%
F = under 59%
Grade Weighting
Unit Quizzes……………………….50%
Written Assignments………..20%
Mid-Term/Final Exams……..30%
Total……………………………………100%
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