Business, Marketing, And Finance

Accounting and Financial Services

Overview

The Accounting and Financial Services program teaches students how to examine, analyze, and interpret financial records. Through this program of study, students will learn the skills necessary to perform financial services, prepare financial statements, interpret accounting records, give advice, or audit and evaluate statements prepared by others.

Industry Certifications

Students have the opportunity to earn Industry Based Certifications. These certifications help students stand out in interviews, help students gain confidence in a subject area, and give students valuable experience in preparing for the level of rigor required for industry certification exams they may face in the future.

• Volunteer Income tax Assistance/Tax Counseling Certification: Basic
• Volunteer Income tax Assistance/Tax Counseling Certification: Volunteer for Elderly

Business Management

Overview

The Business Management program teaches students how to plan, direct, and coordinate the administrative services and operations of an organization. Students will learn the skills necessary to formulate policies, manage daily operations, and allocate the use of materials and human resources. This program of study will also introduce students to mathematical modeling tools and organizational evaluation methods.

Industry Certifications

Students have the opportunity to earn Industry Based Certifications. These certifications help students stand out in interviews, help students gain confidence in a subject area, and give students valuable experience in preparing for the level of rigor required for industry certification exams they may face in the future.

• Entrepreneurship and Small Business

Entrepreneurship

Overview

The Entrepreneurship program empowers students with the knowledge and skills needed to start, manage, and grow a successful business. Students explore the fundamentals of business ownership, marketing, finance, and strategic planning while developing creativity, problem-solving, and leadership skills. Through hands-on projects, students design business plans, conduct market research, and pitch their ideas—gaining real-world experience in innovation and enterprise development. The program prepares students to become future business leaders, innovators, and informed consumers in today’s dynamic economy.

Industry Certifications

Students have the opportunity to earn Industry-Based Certifications. These certifications help students stand out in interviews, gain confidence in a subject area, and provide valuable experience in preparing for the level of rigor required for industry certification exams they may face in the future.

• Entrepreneurship and Small Business

Marketing and Sales

Overview

The Marketing and Sales program teaches students how to collect information to determine potential sales of a product or service and create a marketing campaign to market or distribute goods and services. Students learn the skills necessary to understand and apply data on customer demographics, preferences, needs, and buying habits. Students develop marketing campaigns and work in simulated environments to develop the real-world experience needed to work in the marketing field.

Industry Certifications

Students have the opportunity to earn Industry Based Certifications. These certifications help students stand out in interviews, help students gain confidence in a subject area, and give students valuable experience in preparing for the level of rigor required for industry certification exams they may face in the future.

• Stukent Social Media Marketing
• Entrepreneurship and Small Business

Real Estate Dual Credit

Overview

The Real Estate program provides students with the knowledge and specialized skills required for career opportunities in the real estate profession. Students learn about financing, selling, and contracting real estate as they prepare to successfully pass the state real estate exam required to be a Realtor in Texas.

Industry Certifications

Students have the opportunity to earn Industry Based Certifications. These certifications help students stand out in interviews, help students gain confidence in a subject area, and give students valuable experience in preparing for the level of rigor required for industry certification exams they may face in the future.

• Texas Real Estate Commission Residential Real Estate License