You would like this class if you are interested in:

• Being successful in life ***First and Foremost
• Business in general or owning your own business-this is not just for those who want to be Accountants.  It is for all.
• Getting a good job in the Finance world

Key things that you will learn in the class:

• The Accounting Cycle for Sole Proprietors and Partnerships
• Professional skills to carry you through life
• Understanding your own personal finances
• Time management skills
• Computerized Accounting systems  

What will you leave the class with:

• You will obtain at least one and possibly two certifications -
  • Entrepreneurship and Small Business, QuickBooks 
• A very good base of Accounting knowledge while understanding the flow of money
• Valuable business skills, soft skills and financial computer skills
• An understanding of real world finances/business through a hands-on approach

What jobs you could start with after graduation:

• Accounting is part of all job fields in one way or another
• Entry level bookkeeping, Credit Analyst
• Accounts Receivable Clerk, Accounts Payable Clerk
• Accounting Advisory Specialist
• Entry level Stock/Options Trader

Some classes are eligible for a Math credit. Some are also Dual Credit offering 3 hours of credit through the Dallas College System. Please talk to your Counselor about these opportunities.

Instructor

Jenifer Zihlman

Come with us to learn Accounting which is known as the language of business. In this course, you will get a firm understanding of the financial world around you. Every day you will encounter something financial that you will need to know to keep yourself out of trouble financially. You will learn how a business runs from A-Z......Payroll, Sales, Financial Statements, Inventory, Organizing a Corporation and how to report on the millions you are making. You will have fun projects where you invest in the stock market and learn about the different funds. Learn information that less than 20% of the adult population knows. Be informed to make good sound financial decisions
for your future. This is a class you don't want to miss and will regret if you do, as most colleges require it.

Finance trading and investments

In order to rise to the top you have to understand financial terms as well as financial statements. This class will teach you basic to in depth financial terms. You will learn how to analyze financial statements so you will understand how you are doing financially and how to make the corrections needed to be wealthy. You will learn about short term and long term investments, time value of money, many of the profit ratios and how to read and understand the numbers on
a financial statement. Very few students have this opportunity in high school so why not set yourself apart and start now learning about the real world.

Learn how to understand the different investments and how to buy and sell them. You will play several competitive challenges against the other classes when you are given $1,000,000 to play with. You will be in a state of the art classroom with a live feed stock ticker tape right out of
New York. Come see what it is all about!

Classes: Business Management, Business Computer Information Management II, Business Practicum

You would like this class if you are interested in:

• Planning, organizing, directing, and evaluating business functions essential to efficient and productive business operations.
• Exploring various types of businesses and industries
• Leadership Roles
• Hands-on/real-world business experiences (student-ran business)
• Technical skills/Business Applications 
• Strengthen your personal and interpersonal skills 
• Collaborate with other programs planning and leading events, field trips, projects, etc.

Key things that you will learn in the class: (essential topics: defined if too specific of vocabulary)

• Personal and interpersonal skills           
• Technical skills that can be used across multiple industries
• Management + Leadership skills
• Supply Chain process (Raw materials - production -  customers), quality control, importance of customer service and customer retention,   
• Community Involvement 

What will you leave the class with:

• Entrepreneurship and Small Business (ESB) Certification
• Laser Engraver Equipment with CorelDRAW Graphics Suite Program (can break this info up if needed)
• Brother 10-Needle Embroidery Machine with Brother PE-Design Digitizing Software (can break this info up if needed)
• Friendships and a network community that will last a lifetime! 
• Interpersonal skills and technical skills that will help grow your personal brand. 

What jobs you could start with after graduation:

 **I want to highlight that the skills learned from our class can be applied across all industries. I have had students graduate and use their technical skills/certifications to run family businesses and improve quality control and operational efficiency. 

• Entry level positions: Business Administration Assistant, Operational Assistant, Human Resource Assistant, Assistant Manager
• Entrepreneur

Instructor

Alicia Fernandez

 

You would like this class if you are interested in:

• Owning a business
• Managing a retail business
• Marketing

Key things that you will learn in the class:

• Student run retail business
• Customer service/Sales
• Merchandising/ Visual Merchandising
• Networking/Communication Skills
• Resume’ writing/Interviewing Skills/Business etiquette
• Social Media Marketing

What will you leave the class with:

• Entrepreneurship and Small Business Certifications
• Dual Credit - 6 hours
• Google Analytics Certification

What jobs you could start with after graduation:

• Owning a business
• Retail Management programs
• Retail Sales

Instructor

Amy Bauer

The following courses will all be involved in operating the GRCTC retail school store, The Brand. The students will acquire hands on training on all facets on how to run a business.  

Entrepreneurship

As a member of this class students will learn what it takes to start, enhance, and run a business in today's market. However, this class is unique in that it integrates today’s business technology throughout the course, plus gives hands-on experience in a real business setting.  Students will be learning about the basics of Entrepreneurship and at the same time will be acquiring hands on experience operating the student run retail store, The Brand. At the end of the year, students will have the opportunity to get their industry certification in Entrepreneurship and Small Business. 

Retail Management

Retail Management focuses on the distribution and selling of products to consumers using various vending points such as chain stores, department stores, stand-alone stores, and various online markets. The course highlights the everyday mechanisms necessary for operating a successful retail establishment. The student is taught to evaluate methods for promoting merchandise, supervising employees, handling customer needs, and maintaining inventory. 

As a member of this class you will learn what it takes to run a retail business in today's market. However, our class is unique in that it integrates today's business technology throughout the course, plus gives you hands-on experience in a real business setting. You will be learning about the basics of retail management and at the same time you will be acquiring hands-on experience operating our student run retail store, The Brand.

 

Advanced Marketing

As a member of this class student will learn what it takes to start, enhance, and run a business in today’s market. Students will be gaining real world, hands on training while operating our student run retail store, The Brand, at the GRCTC. In Advanced Marketing, students will gain knowledge and skills that help them become proficient in one or more of the marketing functional areas.

Students will illustrate appropriate management and research skills to solve problems related to marketing. This course covers technology, communication, and customer-service skills.  Students will have the opportunity for a fee to earn a certification in the area of marketing.