Business Management and Finance
Academy of Finance
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The Academy of Finance (AOF) program is a five course program designed for intensive study in the financial field. Students who participate in this academy often describe the experience as an opportunity to experience the business world not only through intellectual exploration, but also through hands on experiences. They have felt this experience has helped them decide their career path whether it is economics, accounting, finance, or other areas of business.
Want To Be A Millionaire?
The HCPSS Academy of Finance, in conjunction with SECU and The Credit Union Foundation of MD & DC, are offering the Millionaires Club of Howard County for 9th through 12th graders at the Applications & Research Laboratory (ARL). The Club meets on Tuesdays during the school year from 6:30 to 8:00 p.m. at the ARL located at 10920 Route 108, Ellicott City MD, 21042. Download flyer for more information.
Accounting
Academy Information - PDF file
The Accounting Academy is designed for students who have an interest in accounting, financial and business management. Accounting coursework is designed so that students learn accounting fundamentals using a variety of tools including traditional paper and pencil activities as well as utilizing spreadsheets and QuickBooks. Students also take two additional courses: Principles of Business and Financial Management. All classes for the Accounting Academy are taken at the student’s home school.
Business Management
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Students in the Business Management Academy will focus on the broad spectrum of careers in business by completing a sequence of courses that provide exposure to a variety of business areas. Student experiences will be project-based using applicable technology. All aspects of managing a business will be explored, including business communication and financial management. A student who completes this program will be able to develop and manage a business plan for a small company and will apply accounting, marketing, and management concepts to realistic business scenarios. Additionally, Business Management Academy students will be provided opportunities to participate in activities created exclusively for academy members.
Marketing
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The Marketing Academy is designed to give students a foundation in marketing, entrepreneurship, and business management. Marketing is all around us, whether it be marketing yourself on the job interview, creating an advertising campaign, or selling goods and services to customers. Marketing is a creative industry and affords students the opportunity to think outside the box as they solve real-life business problems and develop marketing strategies.