Business & Entrepreneurship

Master Teacher: Amy Raybould Derstine
Duration: Yearlong course offered in fall/spring (32 weeks).
Suggested High School Credit Value: 1 credit.
Suggested Grade Level: 10th grade level and up.
Tuition: $525 for HSLDA Members/$575 for non-members.  

Description: In Business & Entrepreneurship, students will learn workplace skills, businesses operations, and best practices, from the perspective of both employer and employee. Students will also learn how to start and manage their own business.
Watch a short introduction by Course Developer Rick Stevens.
Watch a sample clip of an Academy live class session.

Mrs. Amy Raybould Derstine

Frequently Asked Questions about
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• What topics will I learn about in Business & Entrepreneurship?

  Business & Entrepreneurship is a yearlong course that will give students a general understanding of the business world and what it takes to start a business.
  
  Throughout the course, students will explore everything from basic economic principles, to securing venture capital for launching an IPO, and much more. After completing the course, students will have a solid foundation for any future they choose in the business world, whether as an employee or as a business owner.

  The course is broken into sixteen two-week modules. The modules will introduce students to the following topics, along with other business concepts:

  • basic economics 
  • basic finance and accounting
  • how to use your gifts & passions in the workplace
  • marketing
  • management
  • Christian leadership
  • business law
  • business strategy
  • entrepreneurship

  Students will be expected to watch online lectures, read relevant articles, participate in live discussions, conduct research, take quizzes and exams, read various business books, watch/listen to podcasts, and complete other real-world activities.

• How much homework is in Business & Entrepreneurship?

  We estimate that the course workload will take 5–7 hours per week.

  During a typical 2-week module in this course, students will complete the following coursework:

  • 60–90 minutes of weekly live class instruction
  • 20–60 min. of a video lecture
  • 30–60 min. of business podcasts or presentations
  • 30–60 pages of reading in business books
  • Module projects, which may include 1–2 page writing assignments, Excel assignments, slideshow presentations, or other assignments.
  • Discussion forum posts

  Throughout the year, students will also complete the following tasks:

  • 1 midterm exam or project
  • 1 final exam or project

• What books will I use in Business & Entrepreneurship?

  The official booklist for Business & Entrepreneurship is available now. In the official booklist, you will find information about the editions, book descriptions, and ISBN numbers.

  You can order course materials for competitive prices through our Christian Book Distributors bookstore. Use the Textbook Finder to locate the required resources for your courses. Please note that while most books are available through Christian Book Distributors, some titles are not carried and will need to be purchased elsewhere.

• Am I ready to take Business & Entrepreneurship?

  Business & Entrepreneurship is designed for the 10th grade and up. Students are expected to be able to read and write at the 10th grade level, but they are not expected to have prior knowledge of how businesses operate.

  This course is designed to be fun and engaging for students who already know about business. However, it's also designed to be a smooth introduction to business for students who 1) may not know anything about business, 2) may not think they like business, or 3) are unsure of their future plans.

  Our goal is to help your students find their passions and develop the skills they need to accomplish their dreams.

   

• What is a Live Online Class Session in Business & Entrepreneurship?

  In every HSLDA Academy course, students meet weekly with their instructor and classmates in an online classroom for additional teaching, discussion, Q&A, or group activities. The class sessions are interactive and are conducted using a web meeting software with video, audio, chat, and application sharing capabilities.

  Scheduled, real-time sessions in the online classroom are not the only form of instruction available in a HSLDA Online Academy course, but are offered in addition to lectures or other instructional materials that students are able to access online at their convenience.

  When they register, students will need to select a particular class section and live class meeting time. Additional class sections may be added to the schedule at a later point in the course registration period. Registered students will be notified of any changes to the live session schedule.

• What if I have a schedule conflict with listed Business & Entrepreneurship class times?

  All live class sessions are recorded for later viewing. While it is recommended that students attend each live class session, students can make arrangements to watch the recordings and receive full participation credit.

  Students should contact their instructor at the start of their course to inform the instructor of any foreseen schedule conflicts. 

• What is the tuition for Business & Entreprenuership?

  Please visit our tuition and discounts page for a full summary about course costs.

  HSLDA members save $50 on yearlong high school courses!