Career Magnet Academy – Introduction to Business & Marketing

Mar 2026 · 2nd Semester

Introduction to Entrepreneurship is an introductory course designed for students interested in pursuing the Entrepreneurship program of study. This course is also appropriate for students enrolled in any program of study who plan to own and operate their own business. In this course, students will develop strong foundational knowledge in key business and entrepreneurial principles, including types of business ownership management functions and styles, human resources, business operations, marketing, finance and budgeting, employment law, and ethics. Students will also develop skills in critical thinking, communication, and professionalism by exploring key aspects of leadership, the entrepreneurial mindset, diversity, teamwork, and conflict resolution. Upon completion of this course, students will be proficient in the foundations of entrepreneurship and small business ownership, business concepts and operations, finance and budgeting, marketing principles, leadership and management functions, and professional communications. Credit 1 - Grade Level 10 Note: This course is optional for this pathway. 10th grade students may begin with Marketing and Management I: Principals (NIC), if the school chooses.