Accounting Fundamentals - Grades 9-12

$275.00

This course introduces high school students to the real-world basics of accounting — the language every business speaks. Whether a student is curious about business, interested in entrepreneurship, or just wants to understand how companies (and even their favorite brands) manage money, this course lays the foundation.

Students will learn how to “read” and work with key financial statements, track transactions, understand profits and losses, and think critically about how businesses make financial decisions. By the end of the course, they’ll have a working understanding of accounting that puts them ahead of the curve — in college, work, or life.

This course introduces high school students to the real-world basics of accounting — the language every business speaks. Whether a student is curious about business, interested in entrepreneurship, or just wants to understand how companies (and even their favorite brands) manage money, this course lays the foundation.

Students will learn how to “read” and work with key financial statements, track transactions, understand profits and losses, and think critically about how businesses make financial decisions. By the end of the course, they’ll have a working understanding of accounting that puts them ahead of the curve — in college, work, or life.

Start Date: Jan 19, 2026

Schedule: Monday 11 AM - 11:50 AM

Location: Online

Spots: 15

What Students Will Learn:

  • What accounting is and why it matters in every business

  • The difference between assets, liabilities, and equity

  • How to track revenue and expenses

  • How to understand and create simple versions of:

    • Income Statement

    • Balance Sheet

    • Cash Flow Statement

  • The basics of debits, credits, and journal entries

  • How accounting connects to real-life decisions — from managing a lemonade stand to running a startup

  • Intro to accounting software and tools (optional bonus module)

Course Outcomes:

  • A foundational understanding of accounting principles

  • Ability to read and interpret basic financial statements

  • Real-world project: students create financials for a mock business

  • A valuable head start for future business, finance, or economics studies

  • Certificate of completion (optional for your program)

Who It’s For:

  • High school students (Grades 9–12)

  • No prior accounting or math background required

  • Great for aspiring entrepreneurs, future business majors, or anyone curious about how companies work

Payments & Policy:

Various payment methods will be available (zelle/credit card/cash/etc)

To secure a seat in the class, a Non-refundable deposit of $50 will be collected.