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options in communication-based fields. With the community as the classroom, students will use projects and
experience-based learning to examine the foundations of marketing, management, graphic design, communication,
public relations, entrepreneurship and advertising. Students will also utilize the latest in interactive technology, social
media, and software to gain real world experience and build a professional portfolio. The program will offer students
unique experiences in creativity, critical thinking, collaboration, leadership, initiative and adaptability. College credits
available. For more information, see the Compact Career Catalog 2021-22.

COURSE: IT Academy with CISCO Cyber Security · STEM
GRADE LEVEL: 10, 11, 12
LENGTH: Two years
SCHOOL: Cuyahoga Falls
CREDIT: Level I – IT, 2; CP English, 1
Level II- IT, 2; CP English, 1 (optional)

If you think digital networks are important now, soon there will be more than 50 billion connections between people,
places and things. Get a VIP pass to your future by enrolling in the IT Academy with CISCO Cyber Security program.
Networking knowledge will enhance your career in any field because every organization relies on connectivity for
success. With the right skills, you can embark on a well-paid career in Information and Communications Technology
(ICT), join a high-tech firm, start your own company or bring these skills to a different field you love. Right now, more
than 1 million students take CISCO classes at high schools, colleges, universities and other educational centers. Digital
information grew by 5,000 percent in the last decade, but the number of IT professionals increased by only 1.5 percent.
Don’t let this incredible opportunity pass you by. College credits available. For more information, see the Compact
Career Catalog 2021-22.

COURSE: Marketing Management
GRADE LEVEL: 10, 11, 12
LENGTH: Two years
SCHOOL: Roosevelt
CREDIT: Level I – Advanced or CP English, 1 (4.5 or 4.0); IA Marketing Principles, 1 (5.0); IB Professional Sales, 1 (5.0);
Optional Academic or Elective Course.
Level II – IIA Marketing Applications, 1 (5.0); IIB Strategic Entrepreneurship, 1 (5.0); Optional Marketing
Capstone, 1; Optional Academic or Elective Course.

In their exploration of the fields of marketing, management, public relations, communications, advertising and sales,
students get extensive experience in the use of the latest in technology and software. With the community as the
classroom, students immerse themselves in the world of marketing through hands-on, community and experienced-
based projects to bridge learning both inside and outside the classroom. Students enrolled in this program will have the
option to participated in DECA’s local, state and international competitive events to enhance the classroom curriculum.
For more information, see the Compact Career Catalog 2021-22.

COURSE: Modern Communication through Media Production · NEW!

GRADE LEVEL: 10, 11, 12
LENGTH: Two years
SCHOOL: Cuyahoga Falls, Hudson
CREDIT: Level I – Media Arts Writing, 1; Business of Arts/Communication, 1; CP English, 1.
Level II – Audio Broadcast, 1; Video Broadcast, 1; CP English, 1.

Modern day media is constantly evolving, as the access to a variety of media platforms becomes more and more
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