South High School
Grosse Pointe
Business
Business Courses Offered
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MARKETING I , II, III Visual, Performing and Applied Art Credit Career and Technical Education (CTE) GRADE 9-12 .5 CREDIT |
This course includes concepts involved in the flow of goods and/or services from producers to consumers with emphasis on economics and entrepreneurship. Students will learn marketing concepts through activities and projects related to economics, marketing, business fundamentals, communications, human relations, and mathematics. Students identify a career goal and develop basic employment and job interview skills necessary to secure a job in some phase of marketing. Successful completion entitles students to enroll in Marketing II and Marketing III and Marketing Co-op. |
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MARKETING CO-OP Prerequisite: Prior or concurrent enrollment in a Business class and approval of Co-op Coordinator GRADE 12 1 CREDIT |
Students have an opportunity to earn money and high school credit by working an average of 15 hours per week in a business community. Students develop employment skills by performing tasks related to their career interest. The place of employment is considered a classroom and the employer evaluates the student’s performance each marking period. The student trainee is required to submit materials/assignments summarizing his/her experience and knowledge of the company’s operations and the co-op experience. |
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SPORTS & ENTERTAINMENT MARKETING Visual, Performing and Applied Art Credit Career and Technical Education GRADE 11-12 .5 CREDIT |
This course is designed to explore the concepts of Sports and Entertainment Marketing. Students will have the opportunity to operate a Virtual Business for the World of Sports. Through activities, projects, and presentations, students will learn the working of professional and amateur sports, the motion picture and music industry, and recreational marketing. Students will explore topics such as: the role of a sports agent, ethical images of the professional athlete, endorsements, sponsorships, legal aspects of the motion picture and music industry, travel and tourism, and the impact of theme parks on marketing. |
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BUSINESS EXPLORATIONS GRADE 9-10 .5 CREDIT |
Business Explorations is designed to introduce students to the world of business. This course will explore current trends, business challenges, and possible areas of future studies related to business. It examines all courses offered in Business Education providing students the opportunity to experience a variety of marketing and business careers. Students will be engaged in group projects using technology, classroom discussions, and activities related to professional career paths. |
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ACCOUNTING I, II, III GRADE 9-12 .5 CREDIT |
Accounting acquaint the student with introductory accounting principles. Upon successful completion, students are able to maintain a set of books and prepare essential financial reports for personal use or for a sole proprietorship. The learning goals are achieved through the completion of problems, automated business simulations, and computerized projects. |
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SMALL BUSINESS ENTREPRENEURSHIP Visual, Performing and Applied Art Credit Career and Technical Education (CTE) CourseGRADE 10-12 .5 CREDIT |
Entrepreneurship is designed to take students step-by-step through the entire process of starting and running a business. Students will have the opportunity to begin a Virtual Business where they will be confronted with the realities of entrepreneurial challenges. Creating a business plan is covered extensively, and a business plan project is part of every unit. Students with business aspirations and career goals will benefit from the array of business topics addressed in Small Business. The final culminating project in this course will serve as a stepping stone to their future endeavors as an entrepreneur or in their chosen career in business. |
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BUSINESS MANAGEMENT Career and Technical Education (CTE) Course GRADE 11-12 .5 CREDIT |
This course integrates the fundamental concepts of business management and its ensuing responsibilities. Students who plan to study business in college or who hope to have a career in the corporate world are encouraged to enroll. Students will develop decision making, problem solving, and interpersonal communication skills as they work in teams to create original solutions to current global business issues. This course is organized to prepare students to assume the basic responsibilities in team building and leadership which will ensure success in college and in their future business career endeavors. |
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FINANCE AND INVESTING .5 Credit/Personal Finance .5 Credit Career and Technical Education (CTE) Course Grade 11-/12 1 CREDIT |
Finance & Investing introduces students to the roles that finance, savings, credit, and investments play on business decision making. Students will apply mathematical concepts to analyze, calculate, and evaluate practical business applications in relationship to financial markets and business institutions. Students will expand their knowledge of business finance while developing practical mathematical skills used for business practices. This course is for any student interested in learning about the finance behind business, and follows the standards outlined by the State of Michigan’s Career and Technical Education program for finance. This course will fulfill the state required Personal Finance requirement that begins with the Class of 2028. |
For more Information:
Andrea Gruenwald - Department Chair
GruenwA@gpschools.org
Scott Peltier
pelties@gpschools.org
George Formicola
formicg@gpschools.org
Scott Sowers
sowerss@gpschools.org
Business courses prepare students with the knowledge and skills needed to succeed in today’s fast-paced, global economy. Through real-world applications and project-based learning, students explore topics such as entrepreneurship, marketing, finance, accounting, management, and digital skills. Business classes emphasize critical thinking, collaboration, communication, and problem-solving while helping students understand how organizations operate and how economic decisions impact individuals and communities.
Business courses are designed for all students, whether they plan to enter the workforce, attend college, start their own business, or pursue careers in fields such as finance, technology, marketing, or management. These courses build practical, transferable skills that support career readiness, financial literacy, and informed decision-making for life beyond high school.