Entrepreneurship
Overview
In this course students learn how to be their own boss! The course provides an overview of all the major areas of business including marketing, finance, communications, operations management, and law. Projects and computer simulations are used throughout the year to help students select a business and develop a business plan for that business.
PREREQUISITE: None
GRADES: 9-12
College Credit Course: All students may opt to take the University of Iowa’s Exploring
Entrepreneurship ENTR:1010 proficiency exam at the end of the course.
Students receiving a passing grade on the exam have until one year after high school graduation to apply for the credits and pay the $150 tuition fee to Iowa.
There is no fee for the proficiency exam, only if you'd like the credits.
Student Work
Students give advise for next semester's class
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"Choose a company you'd actually be interested in."
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"Don't stop for the day because nothing else is due, the next thing will always take more time than you think!"
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"Make sure your documents are organized and named accordingly or it makes it difficult for all group members to find them."
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"Use your group members strengths to complete assignments - if one person is really creative, have them create the logo!"
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"Try to see all situations from the other person's point of view too."
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"Get into it!!"
Company Documents and Creations
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Business Plan
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Target Market Survey
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Mission Statement
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Slogan
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Tagline
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Ethics Statement
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Logo
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Business Cards
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Letterhead
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Letter to Investors
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Promotional Materials
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Spreadsheets
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Capital Expenses
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Goods/Services Sold
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Consumable Inventory
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Monthly Expenses
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PayrollNet Profit/Loss
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Website
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Home page
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About us
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Products/Services
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Additional/Misc.
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Portfolio
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Presentations/Showcase of your company