The final assignment is a personal portfolio, utilizing the computer, and encompassing the year's work. Students use several texts and various simulations to get an overview of macro and microeconomic concepts. International Finance, Financial Planning, and Accounting. Students expand on the work of previous semesters going into the international sphere. Projects include international relations simulations and creating an international business.
Students also acquire accounting skills requisite for the internship.
The course takes place after school on the USC campus and is of no cost to the students. Students hear a number of guest speakers, learn the fundamentals of the homebuying process, and then produce a homebuyers and community services fair. Also, NAF awards all students who successfully complete the Academy course sequence a certificate of financial studies and a medal along with their diploma upon graduation. Students are required to do a paid summer internship following their 11th grade year. Internships take place at prestigious banks, businesses and law offices in the Los Angeles area.