STRIDE CAREER PREP
Business
Which pathways are offered?
Business Exploratory—This pathway prepares students for careers in business through studying marketing, financial management, human resource management, and other common business functions.
Fashion Design—This pathway prepares students to get started in the fashion industry from new technology to trends reshaping the industry.
Sports Marketing—This pathway prepares students to plan, coordinate, and implement marketing strategies, advertising, promotion, and public relations activities related to the sports field.
What types of jobs can my student learn about and prepare for?*
Some of jobs include:
- Account Executive
- Fashion Designer
- Interactive Media Specialist
- Market Research Analyst
- Promotions Manager
- Public Relations Manager
What is the salary outlook?*
Salaries vary depending on the job title, but approximate sample salaries include:
Fashion Designer—$75,810/year
Market Research Analyst—$65,810/year
Promotions Manager—$141,490/year
Public Relations Manager—$118,430/year
Which industry-recognized, in-demand certifications and exams can my student prepare for?
- Microsoft® Office Certifications (Excel, Word) **
*Some of these jobs require additional education and certifications once a student graduates from high school. Salaries vary depending on the job title, experience, and location. Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor, Occupational Outlook Handbook. Website last modified date: Friday, April 9, 2021.
**Many Microsoft®️ Office certificates can be earned after completing one course. Other certificates require more classes to be better prepared, and students who participate in the program for at least two years will have further preparation for certification testing.