Entrepreneurship
Overview
Owning your own business is the “American Dream.” An entrepreneur attempts to earn a profit by taking the risk of operating a business. Students will learn about the fastest growing form of business, electronic commerce. Analyzing markets, sales and advertising strategies, obtaining capital, modern management techniques, managing personnel, website creation and much more are taught. The course will inform students of their financial responsibilities as citizens, students, family members, consumers and active participants in the business world. Included are guest speakers and computer simulations. This course will satisfy the 2.5 credits in Financial Literacy mandated by the State of New Jersey.
PREREQUISITE: None
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