Warwick School District

Curriculum❯Business Administration and Management

Business Administration and Management

Grade Levels: 10 | 11 | 12 |

Course Description

This course introduces students to the principles and practices of business administration and management. Students explore topics including organizational structures, leadership, human resources, operations, marketing, financial management, and strategic decision-making. Through real-world case studies, simulations, and project-based learning, students develop skills to analyze business challenges, manage teams, and make informed decisions. Emphasis is placed on ethical practices, critical thinking, communication, and problem-solving, preparing students for careers in business or postsecondary education.

Core Curriculum Content Standards

Economics (2009-2012)

  • Markets and Economic Systems

    • GRADE 12

      • Analyze the effect of changes in the level of competition in different markets.(6.2.12.B)

  • Income, Profit, and Wealth

    • GRADE 12

      • Analyze the costs and benefits of organizing a business as a sole proprietorship, partnership, or corporation.(6.5.12.C)

Business, Computer and Information Technology (2012)

  • Career Management

    • GRADES 9 - 12

      • Analyze personal characteristics, talents, skills, abilities and career assessment results as related to career pathways, clusters, or occupations.Reference Career Education and Work 13.1.11.A - B(15.2.12.A)
      • Analyze a specific occupation within a career cluster.(15.2.12.B)
      • Analyze and compare global employment opportunities relative to career interests, including but not limited to, the country’s culture, legitimacy of a global business, prospective employers, and social network/virtual identity.(15.2.12.C)
      • Analyze job tasks and responsibilities when working in a virtual versus a traditional work environment.(15.2.12.D)

  • Computer and Information Technologies

    • GRADES 9 - 12

      • Apply the creative and productive use of emerging technologies for educational and personal success.(15.4.12.A)

  • Entrepreneurship

    • GRADES 9 - 12

      • Analyze personal choices in preparation for entrepreneurship.(15.5.12.A)
      • Evaluate personal management and organizational abilities to succeed in entrepreneurship.Reference Career Education and Work 13.4.12 A - B(15.5.12.B)
      • Analyze the impact of entrepreneurship in the domestic economy.(15.5.12.C)
      • Create a business plan using appropriate data to support the business concept.(15.5.12.D)
      • Evaluate the functions of operations management as influenced by the business parameters.(15.5.12.I)
      • Evaluate strategies for incorporating emerging technologies into specific business operations.(15.5.12.J)
      • Analyze an innovation/ business concept and develop a comprehensive business plan.Reference Career Education and Work 13.4.12 A - B(15.5.12.L)
      • Analyze funding sources for an entrepreneurship including, IPO, venture capital, loans, and owner capital.(15.5.12.M)

  • Finance and Economics

    • GRADES 9 - 12

      • Evaluate the impact of internal and external influences on financial decisions.(15.6.12.A)
      • Analyze financial decisions for major purchasing events occurring at different stages in life, systematically considering alternatives and consequences.(15.6.12.B)
      • Assess the purpose, source, and impact of various taxes.(15.6.12.E)
      • Evaluate criteria for personal spending in relation to the economic climate.(15.6.12.F)

  • Management

    • GRADES 9 - 12

      • Analyze the costs and benefits of organizing a business as a sole proprietorship, partnership, or corporation.(15.8.12.B)
      • Critique major social and ethical decisions made by business and organizations throughout history.Reference Economics 6.5.12.C(15.8.12.C)
      • Evaluate how businesses are organized to achieve desired goals.(15.8.12.E)
      • Critique business strategies designed to balance the needs of the business with the work force.(15.8.12.F)
      • Analyze leadership skills necessary for leading at various management levels.(15.8.12.G)
      • Analyze motivational theories and their application in a business or organization.(15.8.12.H)
      • Analyze and select appropriate managerial communication skills based upon context. Reference Economics 6.5.9.D; Health, Safety, and Physical Education 10.3.9.C; Career Education and Work 13.3.11.C; Student Interpersonal Skills SIS 2.D(15.8.12.I)
      • Explain the purpose and activities of a human resource department in a business or organization.(15.8.12.L)
      • Evaluate selection criteria for a position in a business or organization.(15.8.12.M)
      • Explain the collective bargaining process and its impact on the legal requirements of management.(15.8.12.O)
      • Design appropriate orientation, training, and evaluation activities to meet established skill development requirements.(15.8.12.P)
      • Assess compensation, benefit plans, incentive packages, and possible career paths in businesses.(15.8.12.Q)
      • Compare a firm’s financial position against industry standards.Reference Business, Computer and Information Technology 15.1.12.W(15.8.12.R)

Units

Unit #1 - Introduction to Business Administration & Management

Unit #2 - Business Ethics & Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR)

Unit #3 - Business Communication & Professional Skills

Unit #4 - Operations Management & Business Processes

Unit #5 - Marketing & Customer Relationship Management

Unit #6 - Entrepreneurship & Innovation

Unit #7 - Strategic Planning & Decision-Making

Unit #8 - Leadership and Team Management

Unit #9 - Organizational Structures & Human Resources

Unit #10 - Financial Management & Budgeting

Unit #11 - Capstone Project – Business Plan & Management Presentation

Course Resources