Monday, November 2, 2099

Welcome to E-Commerce and Entrepreneurship!

E-Commerce and Entrepreneurship
5110
Grades 10-12
Full Year, Full Credit
6 College Credits (Optional) – SUNY Farmingdale


Welcome to E-Commerce and Entrepreneurship!

How would you like to learn how to start your own real on-line business? More and more Americans are finding ways to start and succeed in their own small businesses using the Internet and e-commerce.

Students will have the opportunity to use our advanced computer lab and internet resources to develop an e-commerce business plan. All students who successfully complete this course will leave with a comprehensive business plan and an excellent framework for working in real life scenarios.

Students will also be assigned a technology mentor to help them develop their business plan and other various business operations. These “e-mentors” volunteer their time from a wide variety of companies throughout Long Island. Guest speakers and field trips will be provided throughout the year to enrich course content. This is an excellent course for DECA preparation for regional, state and national competitions. This course is a must for the new millennium!


With the incorporation of the Virtual Enterprises online Intranet, students will simulate real life working conditions and take ownership of their very own corporation, including accounting, marketing, sales, human resources, and personal finance.

Members of this class may elect to take the course for 6 college credits from SUNY Farmingdale.

Course Outline

E-Commerce and Entrepreneurship Business Office Phone: 382-5212
MR. HENNINGS mhennings@smithtown.k12.ny.us
www.smithtownschoolofbusiness.com

COURSE OUTLINE


ATTITUDE/BEHAVIOR:
You are expected to act appropriately in class at all times. Speak correctly, use proper language, and treat each other with respect. Please treat the classroom with respect as well.

ATTENDANCE:
Unless you are LEGALLY absent from school, you are expected to be in class. It is your job to be in class (seated & ready to work) when the bell rings. School policy on lateness and absence will be STRICTLY enforced. After five absences you may receive and incomplete assignment.

CLASSWORK:
Since a large portion of your grade will come from work done in class, it is important to submit all assignments. Most class assignments will be graded according to the grading scale. Projects and tests will be graded differently.

PARTICIPATION:
Class participation is a major part of your success in the course. Participation will count as a portion of your grade for the marking period.

HOMEWORK:
Homework will be assigned on an as need basis. It is your responsibility to hand in homework on time. If you are legally absent, your homework is due the day you return.

MAKE-UP WORK:
If you are out of class, it is your responsibility to make up all work. Be sure that you check the day you return for any materials/assignments that you missed.

All make-up work is due the following day, after you receive that assignment. Failure to submit or make-up any missed work will affect your grade. Class cuts will result be recorded as an “F” for the day. You may not make up any work/test on a day that you have cut.

NO LATE WORK WILL BE ACCEPTED, UNLESS YOU ARE LEGALLY ABSENT

STUDENT REQUESTS FOR SCHEDULE CHANGES:
A student’s selection of specific courses involves a commitment to those subjects. It also involves factors such as staffing and classroom usage that have cost implications. Consequently, a student should consider withdrawing from a course only for the most serious academic and personal reasons. It is necessary for students considering a schedule change to consult with their parent/guardian, teacher and guidance counselor. The procedure that students must follow to request a schedule change is outlined in the Student Agenda. “Student Request for Schedule Change” forms will be available in the Counseling Center after the first ten school days of the start of the school year for FULL YEAR and SEMESTER 1 courses, and after the first five school days of the start of the second semester for SEMESTER 2 courses.

EXAMS/QUIZZES:
Tests and quizzes will always be announced and given according to material covered in class. There will never be a pop-quiz or surprise information on an exam. If you miss a test you have 3 days from the day you return to complete the test, otherwise a grade of an “F” will be assigned. Exams and projects will be weighted more heavily than quizzes and class work.

GRADING:
Your quarterly grade is calculated by averaging the following:
 Class work/Homework
 Projects
 Tests/Quizzes
 Completed Marketing Plan Sections
 Class Participation
*Participation, Attendance/lateness,
Attitude, Mentor Participation

Grading Scale: A+ A A- B+ B B- C+ C C- D+ D F Final Average = Q1+Q2+Q3+Q4+Final / 5

EXTRA HELP:
I will be available after school on Tuesdays or by appointment, or during some periods during the day for those who need extra help. During non-teaching periods I can be found in the Business Education Office. Please do not hesitate to ask or wait until you feel overwhelmed to speak with me.



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STUDENT NAME PARENT/GUARDIAN NAME

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Mr. Matthew Hennings
TEACHER

…Educating for Success in Business and Life


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