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Course · AL
Business Skills Development
Career and Technical Education, Alabama State Department of Education (ALSDE)
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Business Skills Development focuses on development of business communication and etiquette skills, diversity awareness, and awareness of resources for career development. This course will examine professional skills needed in the workplace. Emphasis will be placed on each of the five individual soft skills (communication, enthusiasm/attitude, teamwork, networking, and problem-solving/critical thinking) within a broad framework.
Demonstrate effective workplace and employability skills, including communication, awareness of diversityExplore the range of careers available in the field and investigate their educational requirementsAdvocate and practice safe, legal, responsible, and ethical use of informationParticipate in a Career and Technical Student Organization (CTSO) to increase knowledge and skills and to enhance leaderDiscuss and demonstrate ways to value diversityUtilize a variety of career awareness and research resources to determine career opportunities, job responsibilitiesExplore and complete self-assessments that highlight their own work values and aptitudesDevelop a career plan for a specific careerDemonstrate verbal communication, written communication, business etiquetteApply conflict management strategies to resolve workplace conflictCreate business communications related to employmentExplain the purpose of a business interviewIdentify and describe professional skills that are needed in the workplaceApply resource management skillsDemonstrate organizational skills for handling important information and materialsDisplay personal qualities that contribute to effective relationships, professional growth, and career successCompare and contrast business and personal ethicsGather and share information on effective leadership styles and the qualities of a good leaderDemonstrate personal traits associated with teamwork and good leadershipGather and share information on parliamentary procedure and its importance in the workplaceExplain how the use of social media and other technology has the potential to damage one’s future career prospects.Demonstrate proper maintenance and techniques when using hardware and software, including file managementUse technology systems and operations in a business environmentCompare and contrast types of personal and business banking servicesCreate a personal budget based upon possible future employment, including projected income and expendituresCreate financial records fundamental to business