CONTENT REVIEW AND PORTFOLIO RECOMMENDATION

FOR
BUSINESS EDUCATION LICENSURE
OF TPC POST-BACCALAUEATE STUDENTS
Candidates Name: __Matt Olson__________________________________________
Reviewers Name: ____ Dr. Dana Brigson, BUED Faculty, WSU-Winona ________
Date of initial review: _____10-3-14_________________________________________
Date of portfolio review: __________________________________________________
Reviewers Signature: ______
Subject Matter Standards for
Teachers of Business
Education
A. A teacher of business has an
integrated understanding of the
functional areas of business
from the perspective of the
consumer, the employee, the
business manager, and the
entrepreneur.

_______________________
Met Through Previous Coursework/Work Experience

All courses done at University of

Wisconsin Eau Claire unless noted
otherwise
MKTG 330 Principles of Marketing
3 crs. F, Sp, Su. P: ECON 103 and 104, ACCT 202, IS 240
The marketing function is critical to the success of every
organization around
the world. This course examines how profit and nonprofit
organizations identify and evaluate customer needs; select target
markets; and create, price, promote, and distribute need-satisfying
products/services to individuals, organizations, and society. This
course contains an integrated communication component.

Requires Portfolio
Documentation

Portfolio
Requirement
Met

MGMT 340 Organizational Behavior

3 crs (3-0). F, Sp, Su. P: ECON 103 and 104, ACCT 202, IS 240, and
completion of 54 credits; BCOM 206 and BCOM 207 recommended.
Review of the theories and applications of behavioral science
research in human organizations. Topics include: motivation, group
dynamics, communication, leadership, conflict, and change.

MGMT 341 Operations Management

3 crs (3-0). F, Sp, Su. P: ECON 103 and 104, ACCT 202, IS 240,
BSAD 202
or MATH 246, MATH 109 and completion of 54 credits
Processing of inputs into outputs consisting of goods and services;
includes
plant and machine location and layout, materials handling, work
methods and
simplification, manpower planning, inventory control, quality control,
maintenance, and operational control.
ACCT 201 Principles of Accounting I
3 crs (3-0). F, Sp. Recommended for sophomores, but should be
taken by freshmen accounting majors.
An introduction to the principles and practices of accountancy
applied to business organizations. Emphasis is on the uses of
accounting information in decision-making by internal and external
users.
ACCT 202 Principles of Accounting II
3 crs (3-0). F, Sp. P: ACCT 201
Acct 202 is a continuation of Acct 201. Additional principles and
practices of
accountancy are introduced. Emphasis will continue to be placed on
the uses of accounting information in decision-making by internal
and external users.
ACCT 313/513 Auditing

3 crs (3-0). F, Sp. (Formerly ACCT 413) P: ACCT 302/502 P:

Admission to
College of Business required Minimum junior standing
Basic coverage of all steps in creating audit programs according to
the audit risk model, and current issues in auditing. Specific
coverage includes company risk evaluation, internal control,
company analysis, and audit reporting.

B. A teacher of business has a

fundamental and integrated
understanding of the factors that
affect business from the
perspective of the consumer, the
employee, the business
manager, and the entrepreneur.

MKTG 330 Principles of Marketing

3 crs. F, Sp, Su. P: ECON 103 and 104, ACCT 202, IS 240, and
completion of 54 crs or consent of instructor P: Admission to
College of Business required
The marketing function is critical to the success of every
organization around
the world. This course examines how profit and nonprofit
organizations identify and evaluate customer needs; select target
markets; and create, price, promote, and distribute need-satisfying
products/services to individuals, organizations, and society. This
course contains an integrated communication component.
312 Managerial Accounting
3 crs (3-0). F, Sp. P: ACCT 202, IS 240 P: Admission to College of
Business required Minimum junior standing No credit toward
accounting majors.
Analysis and interpretation of accounting data approached from the
managerial viewpoint, with emphasis on planning and control, and
decision-making.
ACCT 202 Principles of Accounting II
3 crs (3-0). F, Sp. P: ACCT 201
Acct 202 is a continuation of Acct 201. Additional principles and
practices of
accountancy are introduced. Emphasis will continue to be placed on
the uses of accounting information in decision-making by internal
and external users.
ACCT 301/501 Intermediate Accounting I
3 crs (3-0). F, Sp. P: ACCT 202 Should be taken in sophomore year
by accounting majors.

Development and implementation of the conceptual and practical

aspects of
valuation and income determination, time value of money,
accounting changes, inventory valuation, and current and
noncurrent assets. Special emphasis on GAAP as it relates to topics
being covered.
ACCT 302/502 Intermediate Accounting II
3 crs (3-0). F, Sp. P: ACCT 301/501
Development and implementation of the conceptual and practical
aspects of
valuation and income determination, with emphasis on intangible
assets, retained earnings and contributed capital, earnings per
share, pensions, leases, tax allocation, current and long-term
liabilities, statement of cash flows, statement analysis, interim and
segment reporting. Special emphasis on GAAP as it relates to topics
being covered.
ACCT 321/521 Introduction to Income Tax
3 crs (3-0). F, Sp. P: ACCT 202 Minimum junior standing
Introduction and application of accounting and legal concepts
underlying federal and Wisconsin income tax laws applicable to
gross income, exclusions, business and nonbusiness deductions,
gains and losses, credits, and tax computations.
ACCT 450/650 Financial Statement Analysis
3 crs (3-0). F, Sp. P: ACCT 302 and 321 P: BSAD 305, FIN 320,
MGMT 340, MGMT 341, MKTG 330 P: Admission to College of
Business required Minimum senior standing
An in-depth study of the techniques of financial statement analysis.
Topics will
include ratio analysis, liquidity analysis, capital structure analysis,
and profitability analysis. Both oral and written communications will
be stressed. This course contains an integrated communication
component.
FIN 320 Principles of Finance
3 crs (3-0). F, Sp, Su. P: ECON 103 and 104, ACCT 202, and BSAD
202 or
MATH 246 P: Admission to College of Business required Minimum
junior standing

Study of the techniques used to make investment, financing, and

dividend decisions in order to maximize the value of the firm to its
owners. Topics include financial planning and control, working
capital management, capital budgeting, capital structure, cost of
capital, dividend policy, and international finance.
FIN 326/526 Short Term Financial Management
3 crs (3-0). F. P: FIN 320 P: Admission to College of Business
required P:
Limited to finance majors and minors only Minimum junior
standing
Short term financial management includes the management of
working capital
accounts. Banking relations and performance analysis will complete
the tools
required for a financial manager.
BSAD 306/506 Business Law
3 crs (3-0). F, Sp. P: BSAD 305 recommended P: Admission to
College of Business required Minimum junior standing
Law of contracts, sales, negotiable instruments, secured
transactions, suretyship, bankruptcy, accountants legal liability,
personal property, bailments and documents of title, real estate,
wills, trusts, and insurance.

C. A teacher of business
demonstrates the following
essential workplace skills and
understands how to create
learning experiences that make
this content meaningful to
students.

EDUC 600 - Improvement of Instruction and Curriculum

Planning
An examination of current models of instructional strategies and
curriculum development. Literature and training materials are
reviewed and analyzed. Offered yearly. Grade only.
EDUC 605 - Adolescent Development, Learning and Assessment
This course introduces students to (1) the psychological and social
dimensions of learning in middle school and secondary classrooms
(2) principles of adolescent development and their influence on
students participation in school (3) assessment, measurement and

evaluation techniques. Field experience in a middle school or high

school classroom are required in addition to on-campus class
sessions. Prerequisites: Admission to Teacher Preparation
Collaborative or permission of instructor. Grade only.

EDUC 529 - Secondary Reading and Teaching Strategies

Emphasis is on reading comprehension, strategies, study skills in

content areas, lesson planning, lesson presentation skills, and
techniques appropriate to the instructional process. May also be
taken for undergraduate credit as EDUC 429. See Undergraduate
Catalog. Prerequisites: EFRT 304 and 302 or 305 and 312 (See
Undergraduate Catalog). Offered each semester. Grade only.
EFRT 608 - The Diverse Learner
This course develops teacher candidate understanding about how
students differ in their approaches to learning and creates
instructional opportunities that are adapted to students with diverse
backgrounds and exceptionalities. The course includes human
relations content related to the psychological, educational and lifelong needs of learners with exceptionalities, diverse backgrounds,
and/or economically under advantaged. Field experience hours in
middle school or high school setting are required in addition to oncampus class sessions. Prerequisites: EDUC 529 - Secondary
Reading and Teaching Strategies, EDUC 600 - Improvement of
Instruction and Curriculum Planning and EDUC 605 - Adolescent
Development, Learning and Assessment. Grade only.
EDUC 650 - Teacher Induction and Curriculum Orientation
Students involved as Residents in the Graduate Induction Program or
Interns in the Teacher Preparation Collaborative will progress
through a designed series of in-service activities to prepare them to

perform confidently and competently as classroom teachers or

interns. Includes curriculum training in specified areas.
Prerequisites: Admission to the Graduate Induction Program or
Teacher Licensure Collaborative required. Offered yearly. Grade
only.
EDUC 651 - Induction Practicum
Acting as a licensed resident in the Graduate Induction Program or
an intern in the Teacher Licensure collaborative, the student will
demonstrate professional levels of competency in methods,
knowledge of content, planning, and classroom management as
determined by the latest research and the curriculum goals of the
participating school system. Prerequisites: Admission to the
Graduate Induction Program or Teacher Preparation Collaborative
required. Offered each semester. P/NC only.
EFRT 559 - The Professional Educator
Designed to familiarize teacher education majors with school
organizational patterns, legal responsibilities, philosophies of
education, professional organizations, and related topics prior to
student teaching. Offered each semester. Grade only. Note: May also
be taken for undergraduate credit as EFRT 459. See Undergraduate
Catalog.

(1) Communication and

interpersonal skills.

BCOM 206 Business Writing

2 crs (2-0). F, Sp, Su. P: Students who earn less than a B- (B minus)
in Bcom 206 must complete Bcom 216. Business Writing
Fundamentals Program or concurrent enrollment. Minimum
sophomore standing
The psychology and mechanics of written business communications
are thoroughly explored and widely applied. Also included are
nonwritten applications in such business areas as

international/intercultural, nonverbal, and ethical communications.

BCOM 207 Business Presentations
2 crs (2-0). F, Sp, Su. P: C J 202. Students who earn less than a B(B minus) in Bcom 207 must complete Bcom 307.
Students will learn to communicate effectively in meetings,
roundtables, project teams, and individual presentations; to use
technology to enhance presentations; and to apply appropriate
psychology and sensitivity when interacting professionally.
BCOM 216 Business Writing II
2 crs (2-0). F, Sp, Su. P: BCOM 206. Students who earn less than a
B- (B minus) in BCOM 206 must complete BCOM 216 with a grade of
C or above. S/U grade basis not allowed
The creation and enhancement of business documents through the
application and study of problem solving strategies, analytical skills,
and the principles of grammar, mechanics, and punctuation.
202 Fundamentals of Speech
3 crs (3-0). F, Wi, Sp, Su. GE-IA; CD1 P: Grade of C or above in
ENGL 110 or equivalent No credit if taken after CJ 204 No credit
toward CJ major or minor
Fundamentals of effective public speaking from both speaker and
listener perspectives. Preparation, presentation, and evaluation of
student speeches. Special attention given to topics related to
cultural diversity.

(2) Data interpretation and

management skills.

ACCT 401/601 Advanced Financial Accounting

3 crs (3-0). F, Sp. P: ACCT 302/502 P: BSAD 305, FIN 320, MGMT
340,
MGMT 341, MKTG 330 P: Admission to College of Business required
Minimum senior standing
Accounting for multiunit business enterprises; consolidated balance
sheets,
income statements, and statement of cash flows; Security and
Exchange Commission reporting; foreign currency transactions and
translation; international operations; and liquidation of partnerships.
ACCT 450/650 Financial Statement Analysis

3 crs (3-0). F, Sp. P: ACCT 302 and 321 P: BSAD 305, FIN 320,
MGMT 340, MGMT 341, MKTG 330 P: Admission to College of
Business required Minimum senior standing
An in-depth study of the techniques of financial statement analysis.
Topics will
include ratio analysis, liquidity analysis, capital structure analysis,
and profitability analysis. Both oral and written communications will
be stressed. This course contains an integrated communication
component.
ACCT 313/513 Auditing
3 crs (3-0). F, Sp. (Formerly ACCT 413) P: ACCT 302/502 P:
Admission to
College of Business required Minimum junior standing
Basic coverage of all steps in creating audit programs according to
the audit risk model, and current issues in auditing. Specific
coverage includes company risk evaluation, internal control,
company analysis, and audit reporting.
IS 310/510 Systems Analysis and Design
3 crs (3-0). F, Sp. (Formerly MIS 310) P: IS 240 This class
requires access to a laptop computer which can be brought to class
when required.
Introduces theory and practice of systems analysis and design.
Topics include
documenting organizational processes, analyzing information flows,
reengineering processes, designing information systems, and
managing projects. Team project required.
ACCT 460/660 Accounting Technology and Applications
3 crs (3-0). F, Sp. P: ACCT 302, 314, 321 P: BSAD 305, FIN 320,
MGMT
340, MGMT 341, MKTG 330 P: Limited to ACCT majors admitted to
College of Business
Minimum senior standing This class requires access to a laptop
computer which can be brought to class when required.
An overview of technology as it relates to the practice of accounting.
Possible
topics include enterprise accounting systems, small business
accounting packages, tax preparation packages, cost analysis
packages, and spreadsheet and database applications in
accounting.

(3) Computational skills.

MGMT 341 Operations Management

3 crs (3-0). F, Sp, Su. P: ECON 103 and 104, ACCT 202, IS 240,
BSAD 202
or MATH 246, MATH 109 and completion of 54 credits P: Admission
to College of Business required This class requires access to a
laptop computer which can be brought to class when required.
Processing of inputs into outputs consisting of goods and services;
includes
plant and machine location and layout, materials handling, work
methods and
simplification, manpower planning, inventory control, quality control,
maintenance, and operational control.
ACCT 321/521 Introduction to Income Tax
3 crs (3-0). F, Sp. P: ACCT 202 Minimum junior standing
Introduction and application of accounting and legal concepts
underlying federal and Wisconsin income tax laws applicable to
gross income, exclusions, business and nonbusiness deductions,
gains and losses, credits, and tax computations.

(4) Collaboration and group

process skills.

BCOM 207 Business Presentations

2 crs (2-0). F, Sp, Su. P: C J 202. Students who earn less than a B(B minus) in Bcom 207 must complete Bcom 307.
Students will learn to communicate effectively in meetings,
roundtables, project teams, and individual presentations; to use
technology to enhance presentations; and to apply appropriate
psychology and sensitivity when interacting professionally.
MGMT 449 Strategic Management in a Global Business
Environment
3 crs (3-0). F, Sp, Su. CP P: All other courses in the Basic Business
Core
P: Admission to College of Business required Minimum senior
standing
Covers the formulation and implementation of business strategy in a
global
environment. Case studies and simulations provide an integrative
view of international business operations from a total enterprise

perspective. This course contains an integrated communication

component.
202 Fundamentals of Speech
3 crs (3-0). F, Wi, Sp, Su. GE-IA; CD1 P: Grade of C or above in
ENGL 110 or equivalent No credit if taken after CJ 204 No credit
toward CJ major or minor
Fundamentals of effective public speaking from both speaker and
listener perspectives. Preparation, presentation, and evaluation of
student speeches. Special attention given to topics related to
cultural diversity.

(5) Career development and

transition skills.

ACCT 460/660 Accounting Technology and Applications

3 crs (3-0). F, Sp. P: ACCT 302, 314, 321 P: BSAD 305, FIN 320,
MGMT
340, MGMT 341, MKTG 330 P: Limited to ACCT majors admitted to
College of Business Minimum senior standing This class requires
access to a laptop computer which can be brought to class when
required.
An overview of technology as it relates to the practice of accounting.
Possible
topics include enterprise accounting systems, small business
accounting packages, tax preparation packages, cost analysis
packages, and spreadsheet and database applications in
accounting.

I did a summer accounting internship in the 2007 at Viracon. There I

worked on several accounting projects including budgeting,
depreciation analysis, and work for company financial statements.
After College I worked for a CPA firm, Suby, Von Haden, and
Associates. After that I went to work at PowerBlock as a project
manager and online sales manager.
At PowerBlock, I handling the Accounts Receivable. I was in charge of
collecting money and correctly reporting it on our financial statements.
I had to use our accounting system, Peachtree, to make sure all accounts
were up to date.

I also was in charge of all online and direct sales. This meant I had to
manage our website and webcart. I also had to handle outside online
dealers such as Amazon and other large online retailers. I was in the
process of developing a new website as well.
http://staging.powerblock.com/
Finally, I worked with various vendors who sold us materials to make
our products. I was in charge of making sure we were getting the best
pricing possible. I then used these costs to come up with a cost of goods
sold for everything we sell.

D. A teacher of business
understands occupational
clusters within business,
marketing, and information
management.

MGMT 449 Strategic Management in a Global Business

Environment
3 crs (3-0). F, Sp, Su. CP P: All other courses in the Basic Business
Core
P: Admission to College of Business required Minimum senior
standing
Covers the formulation and implementation of business strategy in a
global
environment. Case studies and simulations provide an integrative
view of international business operations from a total enterprise
perspective. This course contains an integrated communication
component.
MKTG 330 Principles of Marketing
3 crs. F, Sp, Su. P: ECON 103 and 104, ACCT 202, IS 240, and
completion of 54 crs or consent of instructor P: Admission to
College of Business required
The marketing function is critical to the success of every
organization around
the world. This course examines how profit and nonprofit
organizations identify and evaluate customer needs; select target
markets; and create, price, promote, and distribute need-satisfying
products/services to individuals, organizations, and society. This
course contains an integrated communication component.

MGMT 340 Organizational Behavior

3 crs (3-0). F, Sp, Su. P: ECON 103 and 104, ACCT 202, IS 240, and

completion of 54 credits; BCOM 206 and BCOM 207 recommended.

P: Admission to College of Business required

Review of the theories and applications of behavioral science

research in human organizations. Topics include: motivation, group
dynamics, communication, leadership, conflict, and change.

Winona State University (Spring 14 Present)

E. A teacher of business must
be able to integrate
EDUC 529 Secondary Reading and Teaching Strategies
understanding business with the Emphasis is on reading comprehension, strategies, study skills in
content areas, lesson planning, lesson presentation skills, media
understanding of pedagogy,
techniques appropriate to the instructional process.
students, learning environments,
EDUC 600 Improvement of Instruction and Curriculum
and professional development.
Planning
An examination of current models of instructional strategies and
curriculum development. Literature and training materials are
reviewed and analyzed.

EDUC 605 Adolescent Development, Learning and

Assessment
This course introduces students to (1) the psychological and social
dimensions of learning in middle school and secondary classrooms
(2) principles of adolescent development and their influence on
students' participation in school (3) assessment, measurement and
evaluation techniques. Field experience in a middle school or high
school classroom are required in addition to on-campus class
sessions.
EFRT 608 The Diverse Learner
The course develops teacher candidate understanding about how
students differ in their approaches to learning and creates
instructional opportunities that are adapted to students with diverse
backgrounds and exceptionalities. The course includes human
relations content related to the psychological, educational and life
long needs of learners with exceptionalities