WELCOME TO KOSSA BLITZ!

• Please have a seat at a desk FIRST. Once the desks are filled, you may then move to the computer desks.

Agenda

• Welcome.– Nominate for Homecoming Queen and King

• KOSSA Basics• Practice Multiple Choice Questions

What is the KOSSA?

• Kentucky Occupational Skills Standards Assessment.– A test that measures your knowledge in

marketing, business, employability, and business math skills.

Why Am I Here?

• To participate in this assessment a student must have completed three courses in the marketing program area.– Ie: Computer Applications, Principles of

Marketing, Business Management, Sports Marketing, Fashion Marketing, Business Principles, Yearbook, Co-op, Pathways to Careers, Word Processing, and even some old graphic classes are counted towards your 3 classes.

Is This Required?

• Yes, the state keeps tabs on each student through TEDS (a data system). If you miss the test, you will be required to attend a make-up session of the test with Ms. Fox.

Alright, so when is this test?

• Friday, February 8th and Monday February 11th.– Friday = Multiple Choice Test (1st and 2nd period)– Monday = Scenario Test (1st and 2nd period)

You will be granted additional time if needed.

So, what is on this test?

FRIDAY’S TEST• The test is 100 questions, that is composed of:– 25 academic – 25 employability skills (resumes, job interviews,

chain of command, etc)– 50 occupation skills (specific to marketing)

The minimum passing score on the multiple choice part of the assessment is a 70%.

So, what is on this test?

MONDAY’S TEST• You will be given 2 scenario options. You will

choose 1 of the 2 scenarios and write a complete and detailed essay for the scenario.

You will need to make a “3” or “4” score on the scenario in order to pass this part of the

assessment.

Goal for Today:

• Read over a few sample multiple choice questions and answer the questions as a class.

• Complete the remaining questions on your own.

• Incentive: Bring the completed test back to me ON TUESDAY. If you answered at least 65 questions correctly I will have a drink/candy available for you on our next KOSSA Blitz session.

Question #1

OCCUPATION SKILLS SAMPLE ?Jim’s t-shirt Company has decided to sell its custom t-shirts at American Eagle. What type of marketing decision was this?a. priceb. productc. promotion d. place

Question #4

OCCUPATION SKILLS SAMPLE ?Lily’s job is to assist customers in finding makeup that matches their skin type. Which of the functions of marketing does this demonstrate?a. selling b. purchasing c. promotiond. product management

Question #11

OCCUPATION SKILLS SAMPLE ?Mrs. Harris took a survey of the seniors to see what senior shirt design they liked the best. This would be an example of what marketing function? a. product/service managementb. financing c. promotion d. marketing information management.

Question #13

ACADEMIC SKILLS SAMPLE ?Paul has paid all of his bills for the month. He decides to use the money that he has left over to go out to eat and to the movies. This money would be considered his __________________ income.a. limited b. discretionaryc. disposabled. direct

Question #15

ACADEMIC SKILLS SAMPLE ?What type of software program would a business owner need to use when using formulas for their income statement calculations?a. presentation software.b. spreadsheet software.c. database software.d. writing software.

Question #17

ACADEMIC SKILLS SAMPLE ?When doing problem-solving, what should be the first step?a. gather information.b. identify solutions.c. define the problem.d. evaluate alternatives.

Question #21

EMPLOYABILITY SKILLS SAMPLE ?In this main activity of a business, the hiring, retirement, and health insurance is administered:a. human resources.b. marketing.c. financial analysis.d. employee management.

Question #25

EMPLOYABILITY SKILLS SAMPLE ?Ginger needs to send out some information to everyone in her business quickly. In this situation, what would be the best format to use?a. a standard business letter.b. a formal business letter.c. an interoffice memo. d. all of these.

Question #56

EMPLOYABILITY SKILLS SAMPLE ?Fred had some chemicals that were mislabeled at his business. The agency that may fine his business if they come in and find this error is the a. Occupational Safety and Health

Administration.b. Safety Board Agency. c. Food and Drug Administration.d. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission.

Your Task

• In small groups or individually work on the remaining 100 questions.

• If you need clarification, today is the time to ask for clarification.

• Questions cannot be asked on the day of the test!

• Remember if you return the test to me BY TUESDAY and answer 65 questions correctly, I will bring you a treat next WEDNESDAY.