“Because the people that are crazy enough to think they can change the world are the ones who do.” – Steve Jobs

DEPARTMENT MEMBERS

Mr. Triantafillou

Teacher

nathan_triantafillou@wrdsb.ca

Mrs. Susiwala

Department Head

julie_susiwala@wrdsb.ca

Mr. Orfao

Teacher

ryan_orfao@wrdsb.ca

 

Why business studies?

Because we all eventually work with other people in organizations or businesses!  For-profit or not-for-profit, private sector or public sector, it doesn’t matter, people work and collaborate with others to get things done and that requires business knowledge, skills and abilities (KSAs).

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BEM 1OI Building the Entrepreneurial Mindset – Open Level 

In this course, students will learn what makes an entrepreneur thrive and the skills required to succeed in today’s business environment. Students will begin to develop their own etnrepreneurial mindset, and learn why it’s important to take initiative, adapt to change, find creative solutions, and understand the financial considerations of entrepreneurship. This hands on course will use business software and applications to help students plan and develop their entrepreneurial ideas and learn how to present them to a target audience. THroughout the course, students will enhance their communication skills as well as develop and refine their project management ksills, including goal setting, time management and networking.

BEP2OI Launching and Leading  Business – Open Level 

This course introduces students to the world of business and what is required to be successful, ethical and responsible in today’s economy. Students will develop the knowledge and skills needed to be an entrepreneur who knows how to respond to local and global market opportunities. Throughout the course, students will explore and understand the responsibility of managing different functions of a business. This includes accounting, marketing, information and communication technology, financial management, human resources, and production.

BAF3MI Financial Accounting Fundamentals (can be taken in grade 10)

Students are introduced to accounting procedures (journal entries and preparing worksheets) all based on everyday business transactions. Students will also produce financial statements such as balance sheets and income statements based on the accounting skills developed in the course. Financial analysis is also covered. This course is strongly recommended for any student planning on specializing in any business program post-secondary.

BMI3CI Marketing: Goods, Services, and Events

This course explores the fundamental concepts of marketing including how businesses set prices, develop new products, and create effective advertising campaigns. Learn how companies convince consumers to buy their products by following the current trends in marketing. Students can get only one credit from BMI3CI and BMI3EI.

BMX3EB: Retailing

This course explores the fundamental concepts of marketing including how businesses set prices, develop new products, and create effective advertising campaigns. Learn how companies convince consumers to buy their products by following the current trends in marketing.

CLU3MI Introduction to Canadian Law 

This course explores the legal issues that affect students’ lives. They will acquire practical knowledge of Canada’s legal system. Topics include rights and freedoms, criminal laws, employment law, and civil lawsuits. Students will also meet guest speakers, take part in a mock trial and participate in a field trip to the Waterloo Region Courthouse.

BBB4MI International Business Fundamentals

This course provides an overview of the importance of international business and trade in the global economy and explores the factors that influence success in international markets. Students will learn about the techniques and strategies associated with marketing, distribution, and managing international business effectively through researching a country and Canadian company of their choice and writing a Market Entry proposal. This course prepares students for postsecondary programs in business, including international business, marketing and management.

*BBB4MW International Business (IB)

BOH4MI Management Fundamentals

This course focuses on the development of management skills that will be useful for students interested in being a manger in any profession. Students will learn management tools and approaches applicable to the organizational functions of human resources, operations and supply management, and marketing. This case-based course emphasizes effective communication skills, ethics, and social responsibility.

CLN4UI Canadian and International Law

This course involves an overview of the Canadian legal system and an in depth exploration of international legal cases and issues. Topics include: constitutional rights and freedoms, criminal laws, criminology, and genocide. A field trip to the Waterloo Region Courthouse, guest speakers and a mock trial are additional components.

DECA

DECA is Glenview Park’s business case competition team. Students have the opportunity to compete against other students at regional, provincial, and international competitions. Competitors will present their solutions to local business people and write a multiple choice test. DECA is a fantastic opportunity for all students who are looking to stand out crowd and be noticed by post-secondary schools.

University of Waterloo Financial Literacy Competition

Grade 9 and 10 business students have the opportunity to compete against other students from across the province in the University of Waterloo Financial Literacy Competition. Students can win prizes for being top finishers at their school and scholarships are available for those that win provincially.