Small Business Operations 1 & 2

**Planned Future Programming**

Pathway: Business 
Grade: 11, 12
Credits: 1 Fine Practical Arts/Elective        

Instructor: To Be Determined       

This year-long course is designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of small business operations. Students will learn about the basic fundamentals of starting, managing, and growing a small business, with practical applications specific to career programs. 

Small business operations involve the day-to-day activities and processes that keep a business running efficiently. Key components include:

• Management: Overseeing daily activities, setting goals, and making strategic decisions.
• Finance: Managing budgets, expenses, and cash flow, as well as bookkeeping and financial reporting.
• Marketing: Marketing products and services across multiple channels to attract customers.
• Sales: Engaging with customers to drive sales and build relationships, often through direct selling or online platforms.
• Human Resources: Hiring, training, and managing employees, as well as ensuring compliance with labor laws.
• Customer Service: Supporting buyers before, during, and after a sale to build brand loyalty.
• Supply Chain Management: Coordinating the procurement, production, and distribution of goods or services.

 Course fee: $20.00

POSSIBLE CAREER OPPORTUNITIES FOR STUDENTS IN THE SMALL BUSINESS OPERATIONS PATHWAY: 

• Small Business Owner
• Entrepreneurship
• Sales Manager
• Business Consultant
• Operations Manager
• Non-Profit Manager  
• e-commerce Manager          
• Financial Analyst