Business, Management, and Finance

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FCPS offers four business pathways: Business Administration, Business Management, Finance and Accounting, and Marketing. These programs provide opportunities to earn industry certifications, college credits, in Financial Accounting, Management, and Marketing. Embedded in these classes are A*S*K Certifications, serving as proof of learning in business, marketing, management, finance, entrepreneurship, and ethics. These certifications help students document key business skills and position themselves for future careers. Participation in FBLA is also encouraged for practical leadership experience.

Career and Technical Education (CTE) Opportunities

CTE Program School Industry Recognized Credential
Business Administration All High Schools
  • A*S*K Business Institute Certifications
Business Management

All High Schools
  • A*S*K Business Institute Certifications
Finance and Accounting

All High Schools except Governor Thomas Johnson High School
  • A*S*K Business Institute Certifications
Marketing

All High Schools
  • A*S*K Business Institute Certifications

If you enjoy:

  • Working and collaborating with others
  • Finance and money
  • Planning and organizing
  • Communicating
  • Analyzing and managing people or projects
  • The stock market (risk vs reward)
  • Promoting and marketing events

Then you might enjoy a career as a:

  • Customer Service Representative
  • Data Entry Specialist
  • Entrepreneur
  • Human Resources Representative
  • Project Manager
  • Agri-Tourism Business Owner
  • Economist
  • Investment Banker
  • Accountant
  • Tax Preparer

For more information about opportunities within the Business, Management, and Finance Cluster please see your School Counselor or Career Coach.

For detailed course offerings and class sequences, please see the Course and Planning Guides.

Career and Technology Center (CTC) Opportunities (Open to all students - Application Required)

CTC Program Industry Recognized Credential
Agri-Business A*S*K Marketing Certification

Work Based Learning (WBL) Opportunities available at every school

Career Research and Development Pathway with Work Study Internship Youth Apprentice Program
Work Based Learning Coordinators and Career Coaches can help you identify a local employer in this industry.

Career and Technical Student Organizations

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 CTSOs are student-led organizations that provide opportunities for students to develop leadership,teamwork, and career-related skills. They often focus on specific career fields, such as business, technology, agriculture, or health/human services. These co-curricular student experiences are embedded within various CTE programs. CTSOs can offer a variety of activities, including competitions, conferences, community service projects, and networking events.

Additional Opportunities

Dual Enrollment
College credit opportunities are available within this program. Please review the course guide for the most current Dual Enrollment opportunities.

Sample Schedule
Below is a sample schedule of how students can complete a CTE program while satisfying their graduation requirements. Please note, these sample schedules are not official options and students should consult their guidance counselor for the most accurate advice regarding scheduling.

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