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K–12 Standards

Survey of Business: Grades 9-12

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Determine and discuss the value of professionalism and involvement in professional, academic, and leadership activities, and identify the career clusters related to business and marketing. CR

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    Recognize and discuss the academic and professional benefits of participating in a CTSO.CRP

    1. 1

      Research the Career and Technical Student Organizations (CTSO) and draw connections between participation and success. Identify and discuss successful professionals and their involvement in either FBLA or DECA.CRP8

    2. 2

      Discuss and evaluate CTSO activities which reinforce and connect real-world application to the curriculum taught in the classroom. Research CTSO competitive events and identify sources to help prepare foe success in competitive events.CRP10

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    Develop employability skills for success in business careers (soft skills).CRP

    1. 1

      Demonstrate effective communication skills through writing, speaking, listening, and reading.CRP1

    2. 2

      Comprehend and explain the importance of punctuality and attendance.CRP4

    3. 3

      Describe integrity, ethical leadership, and the importance of these in one's career and business; evaluate real-world scenarios and discuss the etical considerations involved in those situations.CRP8

    4. 4

      Understand the concept of teamwork in the workplace.CRP1

    5. 5

      Participate in quarterly work skills evaluations. (Evaluations should be similar to employee performance reviews in the workplace)CRP5

    6. 6

      Understand, explain, and demonstrate the concept and importance of digital presenceCRP9

  • 3

    Develop a plan for marketing yourselfCRP

    1. 1

      Prepare career-oriented documents and practice-related activities, such as a letter of application, resume, follow-up letter. Explore and utilize online resume builders and apps. CRP1

    2. 2

      Identify job search and career advice websites and apps (LinkedIn, Indeed.com, CareerBuilder.com)CRP4

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    Analyze the six career clusters from which business and marketing programs of study are developed.CRP1

    1. 1

      Research and describe careers in the Business Management and Administration career cluster, and identify related business technology skills.CRP3

Understand computer hardware and software, and demonstrate safe online behaviorCR

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    Understand computer hardware and software, and demonstrate safe online behaviorCR

Frequently asked questions

What grade levels do these standards cover?
Grade 9, Grade 10, Grade 11, and Grade 12
Where can I read the official document?
ADE - DCTE

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