This course cultivates a basic to intermediate understanding of social media history, terminology, and concepts as they apply to the marketing and business sectors. Integrates a working knowledge of platform management and simple social media marketing strategy. Students learn how to practice good marketing principles in an “electronic” marketing place. Decision-making and problem-solving skills are involved in such units as human relations, distribution, market information management, and product/service planning. The employment skills learned will improve and increase the change of successful transition into the world of work. Leadership development will be provided through FBLA and/or DECA – TBA.