1. ACL, Business Studies and Co-op
Business Studies and Cooperative Earl Haig Business skills. Analytical skills. Life skills.
Michael Canzi
ACL, Business Studies and Co-op

2. Business Studies Courses: Knowledge and Skills Progression
Grade 11
Accounting
(BAF3M1)
Marketing
(BMI3C1)
Entrepreneur-ship
(BDI3C1)
Information & Comm. Tech.
(BTA3O1)
Grade 12
Accounting
(BAT4M1)
International Business
(BBB4M1)
Financial Securities
(IDC4U1)
Business Leadership
(BOH4M1)
Sports & Ent. Marketing
(IDC4O1)
Grade 9
Inform. Comm. Tech. in Business
(BTT1O1)
Grade 10
Intro to Business (BBI2O1)
Theory
Real-world Application
Technology
Financial Literacy
NEW!
Michael Canzi, ACL of Business Studies and Co-op

3. Why Take Business Studies Courses?
1. Real world experiential learning
focus on skills and activities similar to those seen in the business world
significant integration of case studies and projects
2. Experienced and knowledgeable teachers
all of our seven teachers have private industry experience ranging from two to fifteen years
three of seven teachers possess MBA degrees
3. School work efficiency
our computer courses can improve your productivity & effectiveness in the preparation of essays, reports, analysis and oral presentations applicable to your high school and post-secondary career success
4. Career opportunities
skills development for Co-op, part time and/or future employment success
5. Flexibility – jump in when you want in any grade!
only one of our courses - Grade 12 Accounting - has a prerequisite course; all others can fit into your timetable when you’re ready
Michael Canzi, ACL of Business Studies and Co-op

4. Why Take Business Studies Courses?
6. Discussion of business issues that affect our daily lives
Investigate/explore important issues such as impact of U.S. govt. policy, outsourcing/offshoring, international competition, Internet safety/security issues, ethical concerns, leadership, diversity, etc.
7. Build financial literacy
you’re going to have to fund your own retirement – we can help
develop financial confidence and knowledge to take control of your financial future
8. Immersion in current events and trends in business
understand business trends, such as globalization, free trade and the marketing importance of social media like Facebook and Twitter
9. Real computer usage and application
mastering powerful applications, not just games and web surfing…
10. Increase your success in Post-Secondary education!
stick with us and we’ll make your first year of Business/Commerce studies at University or College a breeze
Michael Canzi, ACL of Business Studies and Co-op

5. What Is Co-operative Education?
Co-op is a work and study opportunity to:
earn credits outside the classroom through experiential learning
test-drive a career that interests the student
gain real work experience in our community
develop essential skills and habits required for success in any workplace environment
Michael Canzi, ACL of Business Studies and Co-op

6. What Types of Co-op Placements Are Available?
Education
Health Care
Trades/Auto
Arts related
Law related
Business (e.g. Accounting)
Culinary Arts
Computers/Technology
Retail
…and many more, just ask us!
Michael Canzi, ACL of Business Studies and Co-op

7. The Co-op Process
Any grade 11 or 12 student at Earl Haig can take Co-op (possibly grade 10 depending on age)
University bound students - best time to take Co-op is in Gr 11
September is spent preparing the Co-op students for their placement and interviewing for job positions
Students then spend the rest of the year working at the job placement during the allocated Co-op periods on their timetable
One Wednesday a month they come back to Earl Haig to share their experiences and gain valuable job skills
A Co-op teacher will visit them on a regular basis and monitor progress with both the student and their work site supervisor
Michael Canzi, ACL of Business Studies and Co-op

8. Co-op Options for the School Year
1) 4-Credit Options
Full Day (Day 1/3 or Day 2/4), or
Every morning, or
Every afternoon
2) 2-Credit Options
Morning (Day 1/3 or Day 2/4)
Afternoon (Day 1/3 or Day 2/4)
Apprenticeship training - OYAP Program
Michael Canzi, ACL of Business Studies and Co-op

9. What Are The Benefits of Taking Co-op?
Try out a career before choosing your post secondary or workplace direction
Gain valuable work experience that will help to build a resumé for postsecondary programs and/or future employment opportunities
Leverage the student’s interest in experiential learning rather than the regular classroom
Networking opportunities; mentors; references
Learn about other careers while at the placement as well as in class from their classmates
Earn 2 or 4 credits towards their diploma, and these credits can fulfill their Group 1, 2, and 3 requirements
Michael Canzi, ACL of Business Studies and Co-op