You, Inc.

YOU, INC. (8221)

Technology Credit

(10-12) Semester       

Prerequisite: PURPLE COW

College Credit is available from Weber State University for 11th and 12th grade students (2 sem. credits)

You don’t have to work for somebody else—you can be your own boss.  In YOU, INC. students learn how to start and operate a business and will become aware that there are countless opportunities even for teenagers.  Starting and operating an Internet business will be emphasized.

We will discuss how to select a business to start, the key character traits and attitudes of a successful entrepreneur,  whether you should go it alone or have a partner, how to market and promote your business and product/service, and more.   Projects are personalized to meet the interests of individual students.

YOU, INC. is designed for students who have completed PURPLE COW and have an interest in being their own boss.

What our students say  . . .  

Don't want to take orders from a 9-5 schlub of a boss? Want to experiment in areas that you are passionate about? Interested in how innovation is changing the world? Think you want to set your own salary and hours? This class gave me the tools to do all of the above. I was able to learn about my strengths and weaknesses as a small business owner and how to develop a successful business in a rapidly changing world. This class prepared me for my opportunities after high school far more than any other class I've taken. 

--Carlie Smith

Another hands on class that makes you think and do things for real. Talking with real distributors and creating your own live site allows you to learn in a way that you can’t just by taking notes or reading a textbook.

--Tanner Webb