CTE - Business Pathways
Business courses provide you with an opportunity to explore many aspects of business while earning college credits and building a strong foundation for further study. The CTE Business Pathway involves a core of business courses required by many college business major programs of study. A completer of the Milford CTE Business Pathway, must take Business & Marketing Fundamentals, Accounting, and 2 additional business courses. Students interested in pursuing a career in business are also encouraged to do a semester-long internship in business.
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Business Essentials 1415
1 Credit Grade 9
Come and sample the Business, Accounting, and Marketing programs! This high-level, fast-paced, introductory course develops students’ understanding of business fundamentals with learnings structured around timely, real-world, case studies and examples. Students will gain the foundational skills needed in business, accounting, and marketing to allow them to be successful no matter which courses they choose to dive deeper into throughout their high school career.
Course skills: time management, self-directed, teamwork, communication
Prerequisite: None
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Accounting 1428
1 Credit Grades 10-12
Have you ever dreamed of owning your own business but didn’t know where to start with managing finances? Or are you planning to pursue a business degree in college? Did you know that most business programs require two years of accounting? Why not get a head start right here in high school? Accounting is the foundation of every successful business, and this course will teach you the essential skills you need to succeed, whether you're planning to run your own company or work in the business world. You'll learn how to process daily financial transactions, manage a company’s expenses, and explore the accounting systems used by real businesses. You will be able to understand how financial transactions flow through a business, learn both traditional methods and modern software tools to track finances, explore how accountants handle both service and merchandising businesses, and develop the knowledge to run a business smoothly, manage expenses, and keep track of revenue. This semester course is open to any student in grades 10-12 who is planning on a career in accounting, business management, finance, marketing, or plans to go into business on their own.
College Credits: Upon completion of College Accounting, 2 college credits can be earned through Southern New Hampshire University (ACC 201 Financial Accounting)
College Accounting 1429 
1 Credit Grades 10 - 12
Did you know that you can earn college credits while still in high school? At MHS, College Accounting is your opportunity to dive deeper into the world of business finance and get one step closer to your career goals. College Accounting builds on the basics you learned in Accounting, giving you the chance to explore more advanced topics in the world of business. This course focuses on merchandising businesses and how corporations manage their finances, making it perfect for students interested in business ownership, finance, and corporate careers. Students will understand how large businesses operate and keep their books, learn how to analyze and interpret financial reports to make smart business decisions, dive into real-world topics like handling uncollectible accounts, managing inventory, and making accurate financial adjustments, learn how businesses acquire capital for expansion and development, and master the skills needed for closing the books and preparing for a new fiscal year.
Prerequisite: Successful completion of Accounting with a C or better.
College Credits: College Accounting can earn college credits through Southern New Hampshire University (ACC 201 Financial Accounting)
NOTE: Students that earn a grade of “C” or better in both Accounting I and Accounting II will satisfy the Fourth Math Credit as required for graduation from Milford High School.
QuickBooks 1430
1 Credit Grades 10 - 12
Ready to take your accounting skills to the next level? In this course, you'll build on everything you've learned in Accounting and gain hands-on experience with QuickBooks Online, the leading accounting software used by small businesses worldwide. This course will give you the opportunity to step into the exciting and fast-growing world of professional accounting, with real-world and simulated experiences to help you succeed. Students will learn how businesses process transactions and manage their finances using industry-standard accounting software, understand how accounting and technology come together to streamline business operations, use your critical thinking and analytical skills to understand the reasons behind financial transactions and explain their impact on a business, gain experience with Microsoft Applications and Google Applications, essential tools for any business professional, and apply what you've learned in real-life situations to help you make informed decisions in the business world. Students in this course take the QuickBooks Online certification exam, which will give them a tremendous head start in their career.
College Credits: Completion of Quickbooks may be able to earn 3 college credits for Intermediate Accounting at Southern New Hampshire University’s SNHU in the High School program. (ACC315 Accounting Information Systems).
Prerequisite: Successful completion of Accounting I with a C or better
Business & Marketing Fundamentals 1493
1 Credit Grades 10 - 12
In this course, students will gain hands-on experience by creating and operating a product-based business within the classroom and taking on the responsibility of managing the school store. With a focus on the Four Functions of Management (Planning, Organizing, Leading, and Controlling), students will learn to oversee operations, marketing, sales, finance, and decision-making in a collaborative business environment.
Students will also develop essential marketing skills, including purchasing, sales promotion, distribution, pricing, market research, and designing a comprehensive marketing plan. By managing the school store and engaging in real-world applications and hands-on projects, students will deepen their understanding of commerce's role in the economy while building critical decision-making and leadership skills. This integrated approach provides practical experience and prepares students for success in both business and marketing fields.
Business Management & Entrepreneurship 1494
1 Credit Grades 10 - 12
In this course, students will explore leadership and management theories, developing a personal leadership style to contribute effectively in diverse team environments. They will learn essential skills for leading in various business contexts while exploring industry trends and analyzing their impact on current world events. Students will apply these concepts to real-world scenarios, understanding the roles and responsibilities of leadership within teams and emphasizing core competencies and employability skills. Through project-based learning, students will develop a business plan of their own. They will work with local business partners and industry leaders, bringing their proposals to life in an authentic work environment while gaining invaluable real-world experience.Prerequisite: Successful completion of Business & Marketing Fundamentals with a C or better
Sports and Entertainment Marketing 1492
1 Credit Grades 10 - 12
The Sports & Entertainment Marketing course offers students an engaging exploration of marketing strategies within the dynamic worlds of sports, entertainment, and tourism. Students will learn how to create and implement promotional campaigns, develop brand identities, and analyze market trends that drive success in these industries. From exploring sponsorships and fan engagement in sports to examining celebrity endorsements and digital marketing strategies in entertainment, this course equips students with the tools to think critically and creatively in real-world marketing scenarios.
Through hands-on projects, students will create marketing plans, design brand identities, and analyze campaigns for major events and products in sports, music, film, and travel. The curriculum also emphasizes the importance of digital media and global influences, ensuring students understand the evolving nature of marketing in a connected world. By the end of the course, students will have practical skills and a deeper understanding of the unique challenges and opportunities in sports, entertainment, and tourism marketing.
Prerequisite: Successful completion of Business & Marketing Fundamentals with a C or better
Personal Finance 1441
1 Credit Grades 10-12
Looking to buy a car? Wondering how you will be able to pay back student loans or maybe how to plan for that well-deserved vacation? Personal finance will help you learn how to improve your money habits so that you can live now and plan for tomorrow. Learning how to develop money-management strategies in the areas of income and taxes, budgeting, savings, credit and debt, insurance, investing, consumer protection, and overall how being a smart consumer will take you far in life. Join now. This is one course you can’t afford to miss out on!
Qualifies for NH Scholars 
Awards College Credit