Students who complete this program of study will be competent in working with accounting systems. They will learn to record business transactions, analyze, and prepare income cash flow, balance sheet statements, and financial reports. Students will become skilled in accounting software (e.g., Excel, QuickBooks) and the use of the internet for financial and economic research; they will practice business decision-making and critical thinking skills. Advanced topics such as tax accounting, investing, and corporate accounting will be covered. Career pathways for accounting will be examined and the use of accounting knowledge in a variety of career clusters will be explored. Students will obtain the necessary skills to continue their education at a post-secondary institution or begin employment immediately after high school as accounting clerks.

Completer Courses

• Principles Of Business Management And Entrepreneurship

• Principles Of Accounting And Finance

• Honors Accounting

 Schools Offering Completer

• Arundel

• Crofton

• Old Mill

• Severna Park

• Southern

 Career Opportunities Upon Program Completion

• Bookkeeper ($29,410 - $65,570)

• Account Collectors ($29,970 - $59,650)

• New Account Clerk ($31,700 - $61,580)

• Payroll Clerk ($36,910 - $75,870)

 Career Opportunities With Additional Education And Training

• Accountant ($48,710 - $128,300)

• Budget Analyst ($62,480 - $134,780)

• Financial Manager ($78,660 - $208,000)

• Financial Advisor ($52,980 - $208,000)

Administrative assistants are key to well-run offices! In this program, students will learn to effectively utilize technology in the analysis and communication of ideas; and the management, organization, and examination of information for strategic business decision-making.

Completer Courses

• Principles Of Business Management And Entrepreneurship

• Business And Personal Finance

• Intro To Microsoft Office

• Microsoft Office Applications (Xls/dbf)

• Microsoft Office Applications(Doc/ppt)

• Honors Administrative Services Management Or An Internship

 Schools Offering Completer

• Broadneck

• Chesapeake

• Glen Burnie

• Meade

• Northeast

• Old Mill

 Potential Certifications

• Microsoft Office Specialist Certification

 Career Opportunities Upon Program Completion

• Administrative Assistant ($28,990 - $60,120)

• Executive Secretary ($48,600 - $98,070)

• Human Resources Assistant ($34,860 - $61,400)

 Career Opportunities With Additional Education And Training

• Administrative Services Manager ($64,290 - $105,190)

A student who completes this program pathway will be able to develop a business plan for a small business. They will apply accounting, marketing, and management concepts to realistic business scenarios. All aspects of managing a business will be discussed, including business communications and financial management. The business management program of study recommends that students have access to work-study, mentorship, internship, and job shadow opportunities. Students will also benefit from involvement in national professional organizations such as DECA and the Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA). Eligible students will have the opportunity to earn college credit through dual enrollment. The student who completes this program will be prepared to work as a management trainee, manage a small business, and continue their education after graduation.

Completer Courses

• Principles Of Business Management And Entrepreneurship

• Principles Of Accounting And Finance

• Honors Business Management

• Honors Entrepreneurship

 Schools Offering Completer

• Annapolis

• Arundel

• Broadneck

• Glen Burnie

• Meade

• North County

• Old Mill

• Severna Park

• South River

 Potential Certifications

• Microsoft Office Specialist Certification

 Career Opportunities Upon Program Completion

• Retail Sales ($24,440 - $44,270)

• Human Resources Assistant ($34,860 - $61,400)

 Career Opportunities With Additional Education And Training

• Business Intelligence Analyst ($67,860 - $166,940)

• Sales Manager ($63,020 - $124,180)

• Administrative Services Manager ($64,290 - $105,190)

• Human Resources Manager ($84,600 - $130,150)

• Management Analyst ($65,000 - $149,430)

In the Marketing pathway, students learn about the consumer’s role, research in global marketing, developing a marketing plan and the importance of ethics and social responsibility. Internships and mentored projects are highly recommended. Graduates may earn college credit through dual enrollment.

Completer Courses

• Principles Of Business Management And Entrepreneurship

• Principles Of Accounting And Finance

• Honors Marketing

 Schools Offering Completer

• Annapolis

• Arundel

• Crofton

• Meade

• North County

• Severna Park

• Southern

 Career Opportunities Upon Program Completion

• Advertising Sales Agent ($30,510 - $132,640)

• Social Media Content Manager

 Career Opportunities With Additional Education And Training

• Market Research Analysts And Marketing Specialists ($38,010 - $109,210)

• Advertising And Promotions Manager ($73,690 - $191,220)

• Brand Manager