Business
Management
Program Description
Embark on a transformative journey in business with the Business Management and Entrepreneurship Program. This two-year comprehensive program is tailored to instill in students the essential skills for effective leadership, team management, and entrepreneurial endeavors. The curriculum covers a spectrum of subjects, including management, finance, marketing and leadership skills, hospitality and entertainment management, computer applications, communication skills, career exploration, resumes and job interviews, personal finance, team building, business operations, business law, organizational behavior, and more. The program is designed to provide a well-rounded skill set that can be applied to various professional business scenarios.
Personal learning experiences, such as individual and group projects, guest lectures, work-based learning opportunities, FBLA, and field visits, offer practical insights to sharpen business skills. Students earn dual enrollment college credits, allowing them to simultaneously progress in their collegiate education. Upon completing the Business Management and Entrepreneurship Program, graduates will be prepared to enter the workforce directly or pursue higher education as business majors.
Level I
Business Management I is your gateway to understanding what makes businesses successful. In this course, you'll learn the essential skills and knowledge needed to thrive in the business world, focusing on the core functions of management: planning, organizing, leading, and controlling. You'll develop strong communication skills (oral, written, non-verbal, and listening) and tackle real-world challenges like teamwork, decision-making, problem-solving, and conflict resolution. The class also covers business foundations, human resources, organizational practices, ethical decision-making, and effective use of technology. As a hands-on project, you'll design an entire business plan for a food truck, applying everything you've learned. Get ready to explore the exciting world of business and management.
Level II
Business Management 2 and Marketing and Entrepreneurship is an exciting course designed to help you understand how businesses succeed and how to navigate the world of management and marketing. You'll learn the basics of how businesses work and explore essential management functions like planning, organizing, leading, and controlling--all explained in simple and engaging ways. This course goes beyond textbooks, offering hands-on activities where you'll make ethical decisions, use technology to manage tasks and build valuable skills for a successful future.
Learn marketing principles to discover how businesses promote products, create value, and connect with customers. You'll explore consumer behavior, craft catchy slogans, and design eye-catching advertisements, gaining practical experience in marketing. With a focus on real-world applications, this course will help you become a tech-savvy, ethical, and forward-thinking business leader. If you're ready to unlock the secrets of successful businesses and build your path in the business world, this is the course for you!
For more detailed information go to our Program of Study.
Clubs and Activities
FBLA (Future Business Leaders of America)
FBLA-PBL inspires and prepares students to become community-minded business leaders in a global society through relevant career preparation and leadership experiences.
Industry Recognized Credentials
Stukent-Social Media Mktg. Simulation
Quickbooks Online Certification-Quickbooks Online Accounting
Google for Education Applied Digital Skill
Link & Learn Taxes-Basic-IRS
Microsoft Office Specialist-Word, Powerpoint
Your Instructor
Linda Alvarez
Linda Alvarez brings a unique blend of academic achievements and business experience to her role as a Business Instructor at the Windham Regional Career Center. I'm committed to lifelong learning with a BA in History from the University of Florida and an MBA in Management, Marketing, and Communications from Fitchburg State University. Recognized as the 2022 Remarkable Woman for Entrepreneurship by the Brattleboro Community and The Reformer. She's owned and operated two successful restaurants, including Best Cafe' in Florida by Florida Trend in 2000. Linda contributed to the community as a founding member of Windham Grows Food Small Business Accelerator, the Windham County Restaurant Apprentishment Program, and through 18 years of teaching at high and middle school levels. In 2024, Linda was recognized as a Vermont Outstanding Educator. Linda is excited to draw on these experiences to inspire future business leaders at the WRCC.
