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TITLE 19EDUCATION
PART 2TEXAS EDUCATION AGENCY
CHAPTER 130TEXAS ESSENTIAL KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS FOR CAREER AND TECHNICAL EDUCATION
SUBCHAPTER DBUSINESS MANAGEMENT AND ADMINISTRATION
RULE §130.143Practicum in Business Management (Two Credits), Adopted 2015

    (F) adhere to the organization's policies for technology use.

  (9) The student uses information technology tools to manage and perform work responsibilities. The student is expected to:

    (A) demonstrate advanced web search skills;

    (B) demonstrate advanced word-processing skills by:

      (i) identifying customary styles of business documents such as memoranda, letters, emails, and reports;

      (ii) inputting data using the touch system;

      (iii) demonstrating basic writing techniques such as correct memorandum format, informal or formal style, and direct or indirect layout;

      (iv) applying correct grammar, spelling, punctuation, and other English mechanics; and

      (v) using references and preparing notations;

    (C) apply advanced presentation applications;

    (D) demonstrate advanced spreadsheet applications by:

      (i) entering labels and values into spreadsheet cells;

      (ii) formatting labels and values;

      (iii) preparing tables, graphs, infographics and graphics;

      (iv) developing formulas and entering appropriate functions; and

      (v) verifying formulas and functions with sample values;

    (E) construct advanced database applications;

    (F) perform scheduling functions electronically to facilitate on-time, prompt completion of work activities by:

      (i) creating a calendar or schedule;

      (ii) maintaining an appointment calendar;

      (iii) verifying appointments;

      (iv) coordinating travel arrangements;

      (v) setting up meeting arrangements; and

      (vi) disseminating meeting information to appropriate persons; and

    (G) enter data without error.

  (10) The student manages personal finances to achieve financial goals. The student is expected to:

    (A) develop a budget based on personal financial goals;

    (B) interpret a pay stub;

    (C) read and reconcile bank statements;

    (D) maintain financial records;

    (E) demonstrate the wise use of credit;

    (F) validate a credit history;

    (G) protect against identity theft; and

    (H) prepare personal income tax forms, including the 1040E.

  (11) The student establishes procedures to maintain equipment and supplies. The student is expected to:

    (A) determine equipment needed;

    (B) determine supplies needed;

    (C) establish equipment and supplies maintenance systems;

    (D) schedule equipment maintenance; and

    (E) use equipment and supplies maintenance procedures.

  (12) The student applies concepts of critical thinking and problem solving. The student is expected to:

    (A) analyze elements of a problem to develop creative and innovative solutions;

    (B) critically analyze information to determine value to the problem-solving task;

    (C) compare and contrast alternatives using a variety of problem-solving and critical-thinking skills; and

    (D) conduct technical research to gather information necessary for decision making.


Source Note: The provisions of this §130.143 adopted to be effective August 28, 2017, 40 TexReg 6601

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