Nixa High School 9th Grade Course Description Book - Flipbook - Page 8
INTRO TO BUSINESS - 330
1 Year = 1 Credit
Grade Level: 9-12
This course introduces students to the world of business. Students will develop an
understanding of the functions of business, including accounting, marketing, human
resources and production, and of the importance of ethics and social responsibility. This
course builds a foundation for further studies in business and helps students develop the
business knowledge and skills they will need in their everyday lives.
KEYBOARDING - 310 (Articulate - Grades 11 & 12 only)
1 Sem = 0.5 Credit
Grade Level: 9-12
Teaches proper techniques of touch typing and formatting of email, business letters,
unbound reports, and MLA-style reports.
ARTICULATION: For high school juniors or seniors to earn college credit with OTC, the student
must meet the following requirements:
Maintain a cumulative GPA of 2.0 (C) or higher
Receive a 3.0 (B) or higher in the articulated class
Successfully complete 1 semester at OTC
Enroll at OTC within two years of high school graduation
Then college credit will be granted for the articulated class at NO COST (1 hour)
MARKETING I - 350
1 Yr = 1 Credit
Grade Level: 9-12
Marketing I explores what it takes to market a product or service in today’s fast-paced
business environment. Students learn the fundamentals of marketing using real-world
business examples, and how products are brought from the idea stage to becoming
available on store shelves. This class focuses on current topics in business and marketing,
including the 4 P’s: Product, Price, Place & Promotion. The co-curricular organization
DECA is available and encouraged!
GRAPHIC DESIGN - 397
1 Yr = 1 Credit
Grade Level: 9-12
Fee: $10
Graphic Design explores graphic communication through the understanding of the
elements and principles of design. Students will use Adobe InDesign, Photoshop, and
Illustrator to develop professional-looking publications including memo pads, posters,
ornaments, calendars, videos, magazine covers, etc. Professionals use the concepts
explored in this course in the following disciplines: advertising, graphic design, web
design, illustration, broadcast design, photography and game design, and marketing.
PR
DC
AP
VC
A
Prerequisite
Dual Credit
Advanced Placement
Virtual Course
Application or Audition
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