BUSINESS/SMALL BUSINESS MANAGEMENT

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*We develop leaders, who develop people, who develop business*

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The Business Studies program offers pathways in Business Administration and Management, and Business Office Professional.  Business Studies courses may also be taken in conjunction with other technical programs. Business studies also offers one credit and ½ credit courses to fit student needs.

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Accounting

​Accounting provides an experience in accounting principles. Students will learn about financial statements, payroll and bank reconciliations, uncollectible accounts, plant assets, notes, inventory control, financial analysis, corporate accounting, and cost accounting. Through additional reinforcement activities, simulations, and Automated Accounting and QuickBooks exercises, students will experience updated accounting practices in today’s business world.  Students interested in pursuing business in college should consider taking this course. Students will have the opportunity to earn Central Maine Community College credit for ACC 120 Financial Accounting.     

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Small Business Management​

Small Business Management is designed for students who want to understand the basics of starting and running a successful small business.  It provides an overview of small business operations, including business planning, legal issues, human resources, managing people, managing cash flow, marketing, and customer service to make them better prepared to effectively deal with common problems entrepreneurs face everyday.  This course is an excellent class for students currently in other OHTS courses who may wish to develop business skills that compliment trade skills.

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Business Internship​

Business Internship students will have an opportunity to explore a variety of areas in business including accounting, finance, business management, computer information systems and entrepreneurial skills working in the local community in various settings. Concurrent or previous enrollment in Small Business Management, Business Math and/or Accounting is encouraged.

  

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Personal Finance​

In this semester course, students will prepare themselves for whatever life and career they choose. Students will learn how to manage their personal finances by learning to plan monthly budgets, completing banking transactions, paying bills, reconciling bank statements, establishing credit, etc. They will explore the personal skills necessary for job success, career options, and responsible citizenship.