Business Generalist
CVTC and local high schools have partnered to offer incoming juniors, and seniors interested in pursuing a career in Business the opportunity to earn high school and college credit. Dual credit academies give high school students a chance to navigate their interests and career options to develop the most successful individualized career path.
Business is everywhere. Leaders are made. Are you interested in a broad career that will develop your leadership skills? Earn your Business Generalist technical diploma through Chippewa Valley Technical College. The Business Generalist technical diploma is an excellent way to gain a foundation in supervision, marketing, and human resources for any business setting. This one year diploma is a career pathway to the Business Management associates degree.
Credentials Earned: Upon successful completion of this academy, students may earn their Business Generalist Technical Diploma.
Requirements
Students must have access to a laptop. Chromebooks are not an acceptable device.
Course Information
Courses in this academy are offered in an online live/MyChoice format. Classes are scheduled on specific days and at designated times, and students are encouraged to attend the live online sessions to engage with instructors and receive real - time support.
However, the MyChoice format provides the flexibility for students who have scheduling conflicts or are unable to attend live sessions via Zoom. These students may complete their coursework fully online. Students may also choose to attend scheduled live sessions whenever they need additional support with course content, assignments, or questions for their instructor.
This flexible format will allow students to choose the learning option that best fits their schedules and individual needs while ensuring access to instructor support when needed.
FALL 2027
102 - 112 Principles of Management
Format: Online Live or MyChoice
Dates & Times: August 23 - December 10, 2027 | TBD
102 - 130 Innovative Business Mindset
Format: Online Live or MyChoice
Dates & Times: August 23 - December 10, 2027 | TBD
102 - 133 Leadership for Business Excellence
Format: Online Live or MyChoice
Dates & Times: August 23 - December 10, 2027 | TBD
103 - 170 Microsoft Excel
Format: Online Live or MyChoice
Dates & Times: August 23 - December 10, 2027 | TBD
SPRING 2028
102 - 109 Business Analytics
Prerequisite: 103 - 170 Microsoft Excel
Format: Online Live or MyChoice
Dates & Times: January 24 - May 19, 2028| TBD
102 - 113 Business Ethics
Format: Online Live or MyChoice
Dates & Times: January 24 - May 19, 2028| TBD
104 - 102 Marketing Principles
Format: Online Live or MyChoice
Dates & Times: January 24 - May 19, 2028| TBD
116 - 193 Intro to Human Resources
Format: Online Live or MyChoice
Dates & Times: January 24 - May 19, 2028| TBD
Course Descriptions
102 - 109 Business Analytics | 3 credits
Students will utilize common business software to analyze datasets present in typical business management situations, translate the analysis into business recommendations that will improve business performance, and effectively create and present analysis recommendations to decision - makers.
Prerequisite: 103 - 102 Microsoft Office Suite OR 103 - 170 Microsoft Excel
102 - 112 Principles of Management | 3 credits
This course provides an introduction to the four fundamental functions of management: planning, organizing, leading, and controlling. Learners explore how each function operates within business and industry and develop an understanding of how managers apply them in practice. Through applied learning experiences, learners examine real - world applications of management practices and gain insight into how management functions support organizational success.
102 - 113 Business Ethics | 3 credits
The purpose of this course is to provide an introduction to ethical decision - making in business. Topics covered include common myths about business ethics, motivations for being ethical, common ethical problems facing employees, managers, and organizations, prescriptive and psychological approaches to deciding what is right, managing for ethical conduct and managerial approaches to an ethical culture.
102 - 130 Innovative Business Mindset | 3 credits
In this course, students will explore the traits and mindset of entrepreneurs, examine innovative companies, and distinguish between entrepreneurs and intrapreneurs. They will evaluate business plans, create a business framework, and understand the role of innovation in business. This course equips students with essential skills for entrepreneurial/intrapreneurial success, developing an innovative mindset and leadership in dynamic business environments.
102 - 133 Leadership for Business Excellence | 3 credits
This course fosters self - awareness and personal enhancement, emphasizing core communication and interpersonal skills for professional success. Through self - assessments and reflection, learners identify their strengths and areas for development, interpersonal effectiveness, and personal accountability.
103 - 170 Microsoft Excel | 1 credit
This course incorporates Microsoft Office Excel skills and how it is used in academic and business environments. Students will apply software features to the successful completion of business - related projects and scenarios.
104 - 102 Marketing Principles | 3 credits
Marketing of products and services. Concentrates on product, price, place, promotion, market segmentation, target marketing, pricing, market research, physical distribution and distribution channels.
116 - 193 Intro to Human Resources | 3 credits
In this course, students will examine the role of human resources and goals of human resource management in today's organizations. Students will learn and apply skills related to the various functions within human resources management including equal employment opportunity and diversity, recruitment and selection, compensation and benefits, performance management, and labor relations. Student will explore the importance and impact of these human resource functions on the overall strategy of organizations.
Just the Facts
Fall 2027
22 Credit High School Academy
Registration Status
Open
Academy Dates
August 23 - December 10, 2027 and January 24 - May 19, 2028
Days of The Week
M - Th
Times
10:30 a.m.- 2 p.m.
Classroom Location
Online Live/MyChoice
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