Introduction:

This study guide is a review of the Georgia Performance Standards, key concepts, and terminology taught throughout the course. The Student Learning Objective Table of Specifications and the Georgia Performance Standards were used to devise the study guide.

NOTE:SLO consists of 50 multiple choice questions.

GPS Number: BMA-IBT-1

Focus: Employability skills

[Sub-element: 1.4]

Define the following work readiness traits:

a. integrity

b. honesty

c. accountability

Describe methods for gaining work experience (On the job training, Work Base Learning, Internship, etc.)

Understand time management and how to apply that skill in the workforce.

[Sub-element: 1.6]

Describe professional dress for males and females.

GPS Number: BMA-IBT-2

Focus: Technology as a tool

[Sub-element: 2.1]

Determine respectful and responsible use of technology through an understanding of:

  1. Digital footprint
  2. Cyber bullying
  3. Use of technology for personal use during work hours

[Sub-element: 2.2]

Define the following:

  1. plagiarism
  2. copyright
  3. fair use

Understand consequences for violating rules and laws of plagiarism, copyright, fair use, and sharing purchased material such as music files, images, and written work.

[Sub-element: 2.8]

State the Microsoft Office software most appropriate to use to create, edit, and publish industry appropriate material:

  1. Type a business letter______
  2. Create a presentation______
  3. Track financial expenses______
  4. Design a brochure______
  5. Create a list of customer names and addresses______

[Sub-element: 2.10]

Describe various forms of technology used to communicate in business with an understanding of which forms are cost-efficient and most appropriate given a scenario.

  1. Email
  2. Teleconferencing
  3. Telephone
  4. Net meeting
  5. Social Media

GPS Number: BMA-IBT-3

Focus: Master word processing software

[Sub-element: 3.1]

State the ribbon and options to save a document, use the “save as” feature, and open template documents.

[Sub-element: 3.2, 3.3]

Using a graphic name and describe the use of icons found on Microsoft Word mini toolbar.

Options for aligning text, adding bullets, changing font (style, color, size), bold, italics, and format painter.

Use of “page layout” ribbon to change margins, orientation, add columns, and change document themes.

[Sub-element: 3.4]

State the ribbon and group used in Microsoft Word to insert pictures, clip art, shapes, and charts.

[Sub-element: 3.5]

State the ribbon and group used in Microsoft Word to spell check, use thesaurus, open research task pane as needed to proofread work.

[Sub-element: 3.6]

State the ribbon and group used in Microsoft Word to insert table of contents, end notes, and footnotes.

Use of hyperlink and how to insert hyperlink into document.

[Sub-element: 3.7]

State the ribbon and group used in Microsoft Word to perform mail merge.

GPS Number: BMA-IBT-4

Focus: Functions of leadership and management

[Sub-element: 4.2]

Explain various management functions:

  1. Planning
  2. Organizing
  3. Directing
  4. Controlling

[Sub-element: 4.3]

Define mission statement.

a. Know examples of mission statements.

[Sub-element: 4.4]

State in order the decision making process.

[Sub-element: 4.5, 4.6]

Understand the positive and negative impact/ perceptions social media can have on a business.

Define the role and responsibilities of various departments within a business (ex. Marketing, Finance, Human Resources)

[Sub-element: 4.9]

Explain the leadership traits needed for success (success in business, FBLA, achieving personal goals)

GPS Number: BMA-IBT-5

Focus: Marketing concepts

Define the function and role of marketing within business.

[Sub-element: 5.1, 5.2]

What is a target market?

Define the following and state the role each plays in marketing:

  1. Demographic
  2. Geographic
  3. Psychographics

[Sub-element: 5.5, 5.6]

Define promotional tools used in marketing.

Describe the following promotional tools and state how they are used to market:

  1. Personal Networking (connecting with people you know)
  2. Print marketing (flyers, billboards, brochures)
  3. Personal contact (door-to-door, telemarketing, tradeshows)
  4. Multimedia (radio, tv, website banners, website ads, pop-up ads, social media)

GPS Number: BMA-IBT-6

Focus: Communication

[Sub-element: 6.1]

Describe appropriate work place communications:

Describe the perception of the workplace environment when employees are observed yelling, screaming, arguing, belittling, talking down to one another, and gossiping.

[Sub-element: 6.2]

What is a digital presence/digital footprint?

Describe how a digital presence/digital footprint can have positive and negative consequences:

[Sub-element: 6.5, 6.6]

Describe why adhering to a simple, clear, and compelling PowerPoint presentation is effective for target audiences:

State 5 common PowerPoint formatting errors which distracts from the presenter’s message:

Understand how to deliver a presentation as the presenter, engage audience, conclude presentation.

GPS Number: BMA-IBT-7

Focus: Business opportunities - Entrepreneurship

[Sub-element: 7.1]

Define entrepreneur.

Identify unique characteristics and traits of a successful entrepreneur.

[Sub-element: 7.2]

Describe the importance of a having a developed and organized business plan.

[Sub-element: 7.3]

Understand the format and components of a business plan.

[Sub-element: 7.4]

Determine the success of a business based on location, opportunities, and community.

[Sub-element: 7.6]

Define the following forms of business ownership:

a. Corporation

b. Partnership

c. Sole proprietorship

GPS Number: BMA-IBT-8

Focus: Accounting Principles

[Sub-element: 8.2]

Define the following:

a. Asset

b. Liability

c. Debit

d. Credit

What is the accounting cycle?

What is the accounting equation?

What is the purpose of a business’ balance sheet?

GPS Number: BMA-IBT-9

Focus: Money Management – Personal Finance

[Sub-element: 9.1]

What is the purpose of a budget?

Define:

a. Profit

b. Expense

c. Income

[Sub-element: 9.6]

What is a personal credit report?

What credit report information will a company use to decide credit approval or denial?

GPS Number: BMA-IBT-10

Focus: Risk Management - Insurance

[Sub-element: 10.1, 10.3]

Define:

  1. Insurance deductible
  2. Property insurance
  3. Liability insurance
  4. Auto insurance

Understand how the deductible is applied to an insurance claim.

GPS Number: BMA-IBT-11

Focus: Human Resources

[Sub-element: 11.3]

Define:

a. Business license

b. Permit

c. Contract

[Sub-element: 11.5]

Define the following common employment and labor laws:

a. Worker’s Compensation Act

b. Equal Rights Amendment

c. Equal Pay Rule

GPS Number: BMA-IBT-12

Focus: CTSO - FBLA

[Sub-element: 12.3]

What is the national community service campaign sponsored by FBLA?

Describe the benefit of being actively involved in a student organization:

[Sub-element: 12.5]

What competitive competitions directly relate to Introduction to Business and Technology?

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IBTCreated: August 20, 2015