BBI2O

Introduction to Business, Grade 10, Open

Course Title: Introduction to Business, Grade 10, Open (BBI2O)
Course Name: Introduction to Business
Course Code: BBI2O
Grade: 10
Course Type: Open
Credit Value: 1.0
Prerequisite: None
Curriculum Policy Document: Business Studies, The Ontario Curriculum, Grades 9 and 10, 2006 (Revised)
Course Developer: Elite High School
Department: Business Studies
Development Date: 2001
Most Recent Revision Date: 2019
Tuition Fee (CAD): $479

Course Title: Introduction to Business, Grade 10, Open (BBI2O)
Course Name: Introduction to Business
Course Code: BBI2O
Grade: 10
Course Type: Open
Credit Value: 1.0
Prerequisite: None
Curriculum Policy Document: Business Studies, The Ontario Curriculum, Grades 9 and 10, 2006 (Revised)
Course Developer: Elite High School
Department: Business Studies
Development Date: 2001
Most Recent Revision Date: 2019
Tuition Fee (CAD): $629

Course Description

BBI2O introduces students to the world of business. Students will develop an understanding of the functions of business, including accounting, marketing, information and communication technology, human resources, and production, and of the importance of ethics and social responsibility. This BBI2O course builds a foundation for further studies in business and helps students develop the business knowledge and skills they will need in their everyday lives.

Summary Of Units And Timeline

Below is the suggested sequence of course unit delivery as well as the recommended number of hours to complete the respective unit. For complete details of targeted expectations within each unit and activity, please see each Unit Overview found in the BBI2O course profile.

UNIT ONE: Business Fundamentals

Essential Question: Is studying Business just a way to figure out how to make money?

In this unit, students will be introduced to many terms and topics that are the underlying principles behind businesses which will assist in learning for the rest of the course.

UNIT TWO: Functions of Business

Essential Question: How do I get someone to buy my product or service? Is there a specific method to this process that guarantees a profit?

In this unit, students will learn about the main activities that get their products and services out to the consumer.

UNIT THREE: Entrepreneurship

Essential Question: What kind of characteristics and attributes are required to have an idea, make that idea come to life and successfully sell it in the market place?

In this unit, students will discover the characteristics and attributes of an Entrepreneur and what makes Entrepreneurs successful. They will have a chance to learn how to design a business and begin to work on their culminating project through the planning of a small business that interests them. Students will explore the inventions and innovations that have shaped the global economy.

UNIT FOUR; Finance

Essential Question: How does a business keep track of all those expenses and sales transactions?

In this unit, students will learn about personal finance and money management as well as the basic tools businesses use to record transactions.

CULMINATING PROJECT

15% of Final Grade

This project is one of the final evaluations for BBI2O online. This project will be worth 15% of the final grade.

FINAL EXAM: Proctored Exam

15% of Final Grade

  • This exam is the final evaluation of BBI2O. All coursework should be completed and submitted before writing the final exam, please be advised that once the exam is written, any outstanding coursework will be given a grade of zero. The exam will be two hours. There are two options for taking the exam:
  • WRITE EXAM AT ELITE HIGH SCHOOL CAMPUS: If you live close to Elite High School Campus, or if you attend Elite High School Campus, you can take your exam there. You will receive a confirmation email with next steps and exam information once your exam date is scheduled.The exam can be rescheduled or cancelled with a reasonable proof in case of a medical emergency.
  • USE EXAMITY PROCTORING SERVICE: For a fee of 22 USD*, students can arrange to take their exam in the comfort of their own home, at any time, on any day. Please select Examity Exam in the exam section of your course to set up your Examity profile and schedule your exam. Exams must be scheduled at least 24 hours in advance. *Price is subject to change.
  • Please email exams@elitehighschool.com if you need assistance.
Units Length
UNIT ONE: Business Fundamentals 25 hours
UNIT TWO: Functions of Business 27 hours
UNIT THREE: Entrepreneurship 27 horus
UNIT FOUR; Finance 24 horus
CULMINATING PROJECT 5 hours
FINAL EXAM: Proctored Exam 2 hours
  Total; 110 hours