Manitoba Education
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Distance Learning
Independent Study Option
Business and Marketing Education
The Independent Study Option offers the following courses in Business Education and Marketing Education. Please list the Subject Code, Subject Designation, and the ISO Designation on the application to identify the course(s) required.
| Course Name | Subject Code | Subject Designation | ISO Designation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 9 Futures in Business (15G) | 1224 | 15G | 001 |
| Grade 10 Keyboarding (25S) | 1270 | 25S | 001 |
| Grade 10 Retailing (20S) | 1273 | 20S | 002 |
| Grade 10 Start Your Own Business (25G) | 1225 | 25G | 000 |
| Grade 11 Accounting Principles (30S) | 0200 | 30S | 003 |
| Grade 11 Promotions (30S) | 1265 | 30S | 001 |
| Grade 12 Accounting Systems (40S) | 1227 | 40S | 004 |
| Grade 12 Law (40S) | 0580 | 40S | 001 |
Each listing of a subject name is followed by a unique 10-digit code made up of three parts:
- Subject code. A 4-digit number that identifies each subject.
- Subject designation. A 3-character code that identified the grade and level of a course.
- ISO designation. A 3-digit number that identifies the course version.
Grade 9 Futures in Business
(15G) 1/2 credit (2010) 
Course Code 1224 15G 001
Record of Progress (
47 KB)
Course Preview ( 223 KB)
This half credit course is an opportunity to learn about the exciting world of business and how you can become part of it. Business is important to everyday life and students will be able to attain skills that can be used regardless if one plans to work in a business or not.
This course is structured as follows:
- Lesson 1: Futures in Business
- Lesson 2: Planning
- Lesson 3: The World of Work
- Lesson 4: Business Skills
- Lesson 5: Job Opportunities
- Lesson 6: Business Organization
- Lesson 7: Business Opportunities
Evaluation is based on
| Assignments | 70% |
| Final Exam | 30% |
| Total | 100% |
Required Resources
- Calculator
- Dictionary
- Postal code book, CD-Rom or ability to find postal codes online
- Thesaurus
- Telephone and telephone books
- Newspapers
- Local library
- Access to a business person in your community to be involdved in an interview
Suggested Resource
- A computer with spreadsheet and word processing software to complete your assignments
- Electronic copies of the forms for assignment 4.1 are found on the ISO Downloads page. One paper copy of the three forms is provided in the course.
- Access to a Photocopier to make a copy of your assignment prior to mailing it to your tutor/marker
- Access to the Internet is highly recommended as the course will make reference to support material found on the Internet. Students also have the ability to email their assignments for marking.
Grade 10 Retailing (20S) 1 credit (2011)
Course Code 1273 20S 002
Record of Progress ( 194 KB)
Course Preview ( 469 KB)
This course introduces you to the dynamic field of retailing. You will also review retailing from a management perspective. You will learn about the various activities involved in selling goods or services directly to consumers. In order to complete this course you will be required to visit retail outlets and interview business owners or store managers. The course is divided into eight modules. It is structured as follows:
- Module 1: Introduction to Retailing
- Module 2: Store Policies
- Module 3: Analyzing Target Markets
- Module 4: The Buying Process
- Module 5: Inventory
- Module 6: Pricing
- Module 7: Store Image, Layout, and Displays
- Module 8: The Selling Process
Evaluation is based on
| Assignments | 75% |
| Final Exam | 25% |
| Total | 100% |
| Project A | 10% |
| Project B | 10% |
| Final Exam | 30% |
| Final Project | 50% |
| Total | 100% |
Provided Resource (student registrations only)
- Your Business Matters: Starting Out Right
Textbook
- Liepner and Magnan. Exploring Business: A Global Perspective. McGraw-Hill Ryerson Limited, 1994. (2645) MTBB - not available until further notice
Videos (also used in grade 9 Futures in Business)
- CD-8136 Z-7000: Trades Work/Planning for Success: Let’s Dance
- CD-8176 Planning for Success: Step by Step/Planning
for Success: Charting your Course
$5.50 each plus GST and PST
Grade 11 Accounting Principles
(30S) 1 credit (2010)
Course Code 0200 30S 003
Record of Progress ( 53 KB)
Course Preview ( 273 KB)
This course introduces students to the standard principles and concepts that govern the practice of accounting. Student will develop the ability to understand and use accounting information effectively. This course explores accounting by using computer applications. It is structured as follows:
- Module 1: Introduction: Accounting Principles
- Module 2: The Income Statement
- Module 3: Journals and Ledgers
- Module 4: The Worksheet
- Module 5: Cash Control
- Module 6: Merchandising Business
- Module 7: Payroll
- Module 8: Income Tax
Evaluation is based on
| 9 Assignments | 50% |
| Midterm Exam (after Module 3) | 25% |
| Final Exam (after Module 6) | 25% |
| Total | 100% |
Required Resources
- Access to the internet
- Course data files may be downloaded
- Email program
- Spreadsheet program*
- Windows computer
- Word processor
*It is recommended that students have working knowledge of Microsoft Excel.
ISO does not provide technical support for hardware related issues; consult your instructor for software support. If further trouble shooting is required you may have to consult the software manufacturer or a professional computer technician.
Grade 11 Promotions
(30S) 1 credit (2010) 
Course Code 1265 30S 001
Record of Progress ( 50 KB)
Course Preview ( 510 KB)
In this course you will learn about the many different ways a business can promote a product or service as well as strategies on how to develop effective promotional materials. It is structured as follows:
- Module 1: An Introduction to Promotions
- Module 2: Developing Promotional Strategies
- Module 3: Layout and Design
- Module 4: Advertising
- Module 5: Direct Marketing and Personal Selling
- Module 6: Publicity and Public Relations
- Module 7: Sales Promotions
Evaluation is based on
| Assignments | 75% |
| Final Exam | 25% |
| Total | 100% |
Required Resources
- Access to the Internet. If you do not have access to the Internet you will be able to complete the course, but you will need to use different ways to access information.
- Newspapers, magazines, flyers and other promotional items
- Businesses with window displays (or the ability to go to the mall to view window displays)
- Media to watch commercials (Internet or television access)
- A calculator
Required Resources
- A photocopier to make a copy of your assignment prior to mailing it to your tutor/marker.
- Students also have the ability to email their assignments for marking
- Businesses with window displays (or the ability to go to the mall to view window displays)
- Media to watch commercials (Internet or television access)
- A calculator
Grade 12 Accounting Systems
(40S) 1 credit (2007)
Course Code 1227 40S 004
Record of Progress ( 51 KB)
Course Preview ( 240 KB)
This course builds
on and expands accounting principles and concepts introduced
in Grade 11 Accounting Principles. It is
structured as follows:
- Module 1: Accounting Systems
- Module 2: Adjusting Entries and Computerized Accounting
- Module 3: Receivables—Customers and Sales
- Module 4: Payables—Merchandise Purchases and Payments (Vendors)
- Module 5: Conversion Process and Analysis
- Module 6: Completing the Accounting Cycle
Evaluation is based on
| 6 Assignments | 50% |
| Midterm Exam (after Module 3) | 25% |
| Final Exam (after Module 6) | 25% |
| Total | 100% |
Provided Resource
- Student Version of Simply Accounting 2005 Pro
Suggested Resources
- Access to the internet
- Course data files can be downloaded.
- Email program
- RAM and Hard Drive space required by Simply Accounting
- Spreadsheet program*
- Windows computer
- Word processor
*It is recommended that students have working knowledge of Microsoft Excel.
ISO does not provide technical support for hardware related issues; consult your Tutor/Marker for software support. If further trouble shooting is required you may have to consult the software manufacturer or a professional computer technician.
Grade 12 Law (40S) 1 credit (2005)
Course Code 0580 40S 001
Record of Progress ( 57 KB)
Course Preview ( 184 KB)
This course provides students with an introduction to the
legal system as well as the principles, practices, and
consequences of law with regards to torts, contracts,
crimes, property rights, family, and inheritance. This
course also provides an Aboriginal perspective of law.
It is structured as follows:
- Module 1: Fundamentals of Law
- Module 2: Criminal Law
- Module 3: Civil Law
- Module 4: Family Law and Wills
Evaluation is based on
| Midterm Exam (after Module 2) | 15% |
| Final Exam (after Module 4) | 15% |
| Journals | 30% |
| Projects | 30% |
| Year-End Media Law Assignment | 10% |
| Total | 100% |
Provided Resources
- Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms
- Family Law in Manitoba, 2005
Some of the content pertaining to Law (40S) may be sensitive for some students and their parents/families and or communities.
