Description
In this course, students will learn about the history of the stock market as well as various internal and external influences on the economy that affect businesses and stock prices. Students will experience investing, through a realistic stock market simulation that challenges the student to evaluate companies, the economy, and various investment products that will meet their individual investing goals.
Prerequisites
Please Note: This course contains an end-of-course proctored exam. Instructions for students to identify an appropriate adult proctor are included in the course lessons.
Course Objectives
Students will be able to: - Read and interpret a stock quote
- Distinguish the different investment alternatives in the market
- Manage a portfolio by creating a comprehensive investment portfolio using a spreadsheet program
- Apply a diversified approach that matches investment objectives
- Analyze what can positively and negatively affect the markets
- Identify and apply various tools to help make investment decisions
Additional Requirements
Students should have access to a spreadsheet program (Microsoft Excel or Google Spreadsheets) and should have basic knowledge to use the spreadsheet program effectively.
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Details
Discipline:
Business
Level:
High School Standard
Program:
High School
Grade:
9, 10, 11, 12, 13
When Offered:
Fall, Spring
Duration:
15 weeks
Lab Kit Purchase Required:
No
Accredited:
Middle States Commission on Secondary Schools, Western Association of Schools and Colleges
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