INTRODUCTION

TO

BUSINESS

BBI 1OI/2OI
Mrs. Kelly
Mrs. MacMillan

YEAR:
MINISTRY GUIDELINE:
TEXTBOOK:
COURSE FEE:

2016 2017
The Ontario Curriculum, Grades 9 &10, Business Studies, 2006 (revised)
The World of Business (5th ed.)
Students may require additional print copies for this course and may
purchase them at a modest cost

COURSE DESCRIPTION:
This course introduces students to the world of business. Students will develop an understanding of the functions
of business, including accounting, marketing, information technology, human resources, and production, and of
the importance of ethics and social responsibility. This 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.

ESSENTIAL LEARNING:
Through skills such as collaboration, critical analysis, communication and inquiry based thinking a successful business
student will be able to:
Demonstrate an understanding of how businesses respond to needs, wants, supply, and demand;
Compare types of businesses;
Demonstrate an understanding of the importance and role of marketing, accounting, production, human
resource and information and communication technology in business.
Demonstrate an understanding of income and spending issues facing individuals and businesses;
Demonstrate an understanding of effective investment practices;
Analyse the role and importance of credit in person and business finance
Describe the characteristics and skills associated with successful entrepreneurs and demonstrate an
understanding of the contributions to Canadian business of selected entrepreneurs

COURSE UNITS
Unit 1: Business Fundamentals
Unit 2: Functions of a Business
Unit 3: Finance
Unit 4: Entrepreneurship

ASSESSMENT & EVALUATION OF STUDENT ACHIEVEMENT:

All of the Essential Learning listed above must be demonstrated through a variety of methods as described in the
Assessment and Evaluation section below and must be completed in order to earn this credit.

A.

B.

Ongoing Assessment and Evaluation

Assignments & Projects

Tests

70%
40%
30%

Summative Evaluation

Final Exam
Summative Project

PROCEDURES:

30%
10%
20%

1. Extra Help
If you are having difficulties with the material & assigned homework, seek help early either during lunch and/or before
school. Missed assessments are to be made up during designated lunch periods.

2. Attendance
Attendance in class is an important part of learning and success. When you are absent, a parent/guardian must call the
schools attendance line on the date of absence. You are responsible for getting caught up whenever you are away.
For short-term absences (sports, clubs, illness, field trips, appointments, etc.) students are expected to obtain notes
from a classmate or course web page. Any handouts will be available from me.
For extended absences (family vacations, school trips, surgeries, etc.) students are expected to make arrangements
prior to being away. Missed assessment deadlines during this time must be completed within the first five days back
at school.

3. Late and Missing Assignments

All of the Essential Learning listed above must be demonstrated through a variety of methods as described in the Assessment
and Evaluation section and must be completed in order to earn this credit. It is also critically important for students to develop
good personal management and planning skills. These skills will be reflected in the Learning Skills area of the report card.
The six Learning Skills are:

Learning Skills
Responsibility

Responsibility

o Fulfills responsibilities and commitments within the

learning environment.
o Completes and submits class work, homework, and
assignments according to agreed-upon timelines.
o Takes responsibility for and manages own behaviour.

o Fulfills responsibilities and commitments within the learning

environment.
o Completes and submits class work, homework, and
assignments according to agreed-upon timelines.
o Takes responsibility for and manages own behaviour.

Independent Work
o Independently monitors, assesses, & revises plans to
complete tasks & meet goals.
o Uses class time appropriately to complete tasks.
o Follows instructions with minimal supervision.

Initiative
o Looks for and acts on new ideas & opportunities
for learning.
o Demonstrates the capacity for innovation & a
willingness to take risks.
o Demonstrates curiosity & interest in learning.
o Approaches new tasks with a positive attitude.
o Recognizes and advocates appropriately for the
rights of self & others.

Independent Work
o Independently monitors, assesses, & revises plans to
complete tasks & meet goals.
o Uses class time appropriately to complete tasks.
o Follows instructions with minimal supervision.

Initiative
o Looks for and acts on new ideas & opportunities for
learning.
o Demonstrates the capacity for innovation & a
willingness to take risks.
o Demonstrates curiosity & interest in learning.
o Approaches new tasks with a positive attitude.
o Recognizes and advocates appropriately for the rights
of self & others.

4. Cheating and Plagiarism

It is necessary for students to do their own best work. Most assessments for this class will be done within the classroom,
observed by a teacher, and this helps to minimize cheating and plagiarism. In the event that cheating or plagiarism occurs,
the following consequences may be implemented, in consultation with administration:
o The student may be required to redo all or part of the assignment or assessment.
o The student may be required to complete an alternate assignment or assessment.
o The students work may be treated as a missed assignment which may result in missing an Essential Learning.
There may also be other consequences that are determined to be appropriate (e.g. detention, suspension, etc.) as per the
schools Progressive Discipline Process. Parents/guardians will be informed about the infraction and the consequences.
Please refer to your student handbook for more details.