What grade levels do these standards cover?

Grade 9, Grade 10, Grade 11, and Grade 12

Where can I read the official document?

2022Introduction to Business_ Updated

1
Describe the stages of wise and unwise buying practices and the process. 1.1
2
Classify and examine consumer resources for the collection of information for making buying decisions 1.2
3
Explain the government’s role in consumer affairs (e.g., Federal Reserve, FDIC, State Attorney General’s Office) 1.3
4
Compare and contrast the components of a guarantee, warranty, and consumer contract. 1.4
5
Differentiate rights and responsibilities of consumers (e.g., following manufacturer’s directions, claims process for defective merchandise)1.5

1
Distinguish between goods and services 2.1
2
Examine goods and services as related to the economic problem.2.2
3
Compare and contrast economic systems and their resources.2.3
4
Evaluate the relationship between supply, demand, and price. 2.4
5
Interpret the effects of inflation and deflation 2.5
6
Describe the four phases of the business cycle 2.6
7
Analyze economic indicators (e.g., CPI, unemployment, GNP, GOP) 2.7
8
Distinguish the different roles in the economy (e.g., consumers, producers, government).2.8
9
Explain economic interdependence (e.g., importing, exporting) 2.9
10
Describe the major elements of the U.S. Economy 2.10

1
Describe the influence of international trade on business 3.1
2
Explain marketing and its importance on a global economy 3.2
3
Describe ethical standards, social and cultural differences of various cultures 3.3
4
Assess the impact of the global economy on consumers 3.4
5
Discuss the impact of globalization on business 3.5
6
Compare and contrast the US dollar to other currencies. 3.6

1
Identify the characteristics of an entrepreneur.4.1
2
Compare one’s individual characteristics to those of an entrepreneur 4.2
3
Compare and contrast the rewards and risks of owning a business 4.3
4
Identify the process of starting a business by utilizing a business plan (e.g., description of company, description of service/product, etc) 4.4

1
Explain organizational design of businesses (e.g., business ownership, types of businesses, etc.) 5.1
2
Explain the relationship between the essential business functions (e.g., management, marketing, etc)5.2
3
Evaluate ways technology impacts business. 5.3
4
Demonstrate appropriate standards of customer service 5.4
5
Explain the functions of human resource management 5.5
6
Explain forms of financial exchange (cash, credit, debit, EFT, etc.) 5.6
7
Describe sources of income (sales, interest, rent, dividends, etc.) 5.7
8
Explain the concept of marketing and advertising strategies5.8
9
Describe the functions of a manager in a business environment (e.g., organize, plan, direct) 5.9
10
Describe different management styles (e.g., coaching, directive) 5.10

1
Follow and give verbal and written instructions6.1
2
Employ good listening skills and demonstrate nonverbal communication techniques6.2
3
Demonstrate Netiquette6.3
4
Explain how diversity impacts the workplace6.4
5
Demonstrate use of non-bias language as a communication tool.6.5
6
Assess appropriate workplace behaviors (e.g., awareness of issues relating to harassment, business etiquette)6.6
7
Identify and apply the decision-making process to a given situation6.7
8
Examine unethical conduct and potential consequences 6.8
9
Differentiate between ethical and legal concepts 6.9
10
Demonstrate effective oral presentation skills6.10

1
Explain why employment is important 7.1
2
Assess individual interests and aptitudes 7.2
3
Relate individual skills and interests to careers 7.3
4
Develop short-term, intermediate and long-term career goals 7.4
5
Complete a job application and other employment documents (Resume, cover letter, W-4, I-9, etc)7.5
6
Demonstrate interviewing skills 7.6
7
Describe and demonstrate appropriate ways to terminate employment7.7

1
Identify different types of written and digital resources (e.g., websites, blogs, videos, magazines, surveys, journals, personal interviews, podcasts) 8.1
2
Evaluate the credibility of resources 8.2
3
Demonstrate effective research of a given topic8.3
4
Demonstrate citation of primary and secondary resources 8.4
5
Differentiate between paraphrasing and plagiarizing 8.5

What grade levels do these standards cover?: Grade 9, Grade 10, Grade 11, and Grade 12
Where can I read the official document?: 2022Introduction to Business_ Updated

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