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Negaunee High School has two CTE programs in the Business Department including:
- Business Administration, Management and Operations (BAMO);
- Finance
The strong emphasis on technical and employability skills in these programs prepares students for the rigors of college and careers in business. The skills and proficiencies acquired can also be used for classes they have now in high school. Students encounter a wide-range of business topics through the electives offered in the BAMO program from business basics and being a savvy consumer to the development of detailed business plans and web sites. Business simulations are used to give students a real-world application of skills. Business and information technology courses offer essential skills that give students an immediate return-on-investment and would benefit every high school student.
BEST (Business Education Services and Technology):
Generally taken during grade 9--No prerequisite
It’s a great way to start high school with BEST because you start using skills learned right away! Learn about computer basics, digital literacy, multimedia, office productivity, coding, careers, banking and more.
Level 1 Computers:
Open to students in grades 10-12--No prerequisite
Computer Basics, Digital Literacy, Office Productivity and Multimedia.
Tech Trends
Open to students in grades 10-12--Prerequisite: BEST or Level 1 computers
Computer course focusing on advanced Office skills, use of web-based software and open source software to stay current with technology trends and multimedia to share ideas
Tech Ventures
Open to students in grades 10-12--Prerequisite: BEST or Level 1 computers
Web design class with focus on Front-End web design: HTML, CSS and JavaScript with some Photoshop and Animation as well.
Learn the fundamentals of how to create an organized and well-designed multiple page website.
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College Credit
College credit(s) possible (CLEP Test required)
- Students have the potential of earning college credits by achieving satisfactory scores on the College Level Examination Program exam (CLEP)
- Each college reserves the right to set its own credit-granting policy
- Contact your college(s) to find out the score it requires to grant credit, the number of credit hours granted, and the course(s) that can be bypassed with a satisfactory score
National College Credit Recommendation (Test required)
- Students have the potential of earning college credits by scoring 70% or better on the National Occupational Competency Testing Institute (NOCTI) assessment for General Management
- Test is administered in the classroom during mid-spring semester to students at the end of their Finance and/or Business programs
- Over 1,500 colleges and universities accept NOCTI credit recommendations
Industry Certification
Industry-recognized Certification (Test required)
- Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Access Certification testing in high school classroom via Certiport.com* - currently available at no cost to the student
*Credentials are nationally recognized, portable and stackable, which means students have the option of attaining more advanced credentials in the future
- Potentially earn college credit for Microsoft Office Certifications
Success Story

NHS Girls Go Cyber earn 1st Place in Michigan!
Forty-three girls from NHS completed fun and interactive digital challenges in the “Girls Go CyberStart” competition! NHS received a $1,000 Amazon gift card and purchased recess toys for the middle and elementary schools with their winnings!
Read more about NHS Girls Go Cyber earn 1st Place in Michigan!