Principles of Business
Loretta Curry
Wossman High School
1600 Arizona St.
Monroe, La 71202
(318)387-2932 Ext : 1423
[email protected]
Welcome to the 2025-2026 school year. I have been in education for 18 years and I love working with, encouraging and pushing our scholars to be the very best version of themselves.
Principles of Business introduces students to the essential concepts, functions, and skills needed to succeed in today’s business world. This course provides a foundation in economics, management, marketing, finance, and entrepreneurship while helping students understand how these areas work together in successful organizations.
Students will explore real-world business situations, participate in group projects, and apply problem-solving and decision-making skills to practical business scenarios. The course also emphasizes communication, teamwork, ethics, and leadership—key soft skills that prepare students for both college and career success.
Topics of Study Include:
The nature and structure of business
Economic systems and decision making
Forms of business ownership
Marketing principles and the marketing mix
Business finance and record keeping
Management and human resources
Entrepreneurship and business planning
Course Goals:
By the end of this course, students will be able to:
Understand the role of business in the economy and community.
Apply basic economic and financial principles to business operations.
Demonstrate knowledge of marketing, management, and entrepreneurship.
Develop and present a simple business plan.
Exhibit professionalism and employability skills.
Learning Experience:
Through a combination of class discussions, hands-on projects, case studies, and technology-based activities, students will gain a practical understanding of how businesses operate and what it takes to manage one successfully.
My Daily Schedule
1st Period 7:35 - 8:38
2nd Period 8:42 - 9:35
3rd Period 9:39 - 10:32
4th Period 10:36 - 11:29
First Lunch 11:29 - 11:59
5th Period 12:03 - 12:56
6th Period 1:00 - 1:53
7th Period 1:57 - 2:45
Email is the best way to reach me at any time. During the school day, if a call or meeting is desired, please use 5th hour from 12:03 p.m.-12:56 p.m.