WCSD BUSINESS DEPARTMENT Courses

“Plug In to the Real World”

College & Career Planning

Why take this business elective?

College and Career Planning is one of our required courses for the CTE pathway. It is designed to give you the big picture about where your life might go in the future. You take personality and interest tests to help you make an informed decision about a good field to pursue. You look at colleges and student funding, and you plan a budget for your first shot at living on your own. You explore the basics of employment law, and consider the differences in working in different types of organizations: the military, government agencies, big business, small business, entrepreneurial endeavors and union shops. You consider the management styles you are most likely to encounter in different working environments. Finally, you set personal, professional, and financial goals for your 60 year-old self.  

How will this business course help me in real life?

This whole class is relevant to all of the experiences in life post-graduation.

When will I ever use this again?

You may not remember when you first realized you need to find a career, but the goal of this course it to help get you started.  With some basic background knowledge and a rough sketch, you will continue to shape your life plan every year of your life. From resume building to learning interview skills, this course will have you prepared for your future.

What course sequences are recommended with this course?

College & Career Planning, Money Management, Business Ownership, and Virtual Enterprise or a paid work experience (Work-Based Learning) is the course sequence for
the Business CTE Endorsement on the high school diploma.