Seminar in Business Policy HW

LA ROCHE COLLEGE COURSE OUTLINE

Summer 2016

Number and Title of Course:

ADMG4055 Seminar in Business Policy

Section 3A Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday 9:00 – 12:00 Accelerated

A. Number of Credits: 3

B. Prerequisites: Business Majors & Senior Status

Instructor: Faculty Assistant:

Dr. Lynn Archer Barbara Bencsics

254 College Center College Center

412-536-1182 412-536-1213

E-Mail: [email protected]

Office Hours:

By Appointment

Catalogue Course Description:

An intensive seminar that provides a synthesis of the study of administration and management. It consists of readings, case studies and extensive class discussion. The primary emphasis is on the development of skills in strategic analysis from a general management perspective.

Objectives of the Course:

Upon successful completion of the course, the student will be able to:

A. Gain a situational perspective of business issues

B. Interpret the different phases of the strategic management process

C. Employ techniques of strategic management analysis

D. Conduct critical analyses of business and organizational situations through the case study method

E. Apply techniques of argumentation through intensive participation in a seminar setting

F. Learn and apply interpersonal skills in teamwork

G. Research, analyze and present strategic aspects of an organization

H. Assess the importance of values, ethical principles of the social responsibility of management

I. Use the computer as a tool for analysis and for research

Academic Alerts

This class uses the Starfish Academic Alert System, which if received, indicates my concern about your progress in class. This warning is not an official grade, yet it indicates concerns about grades, attendance, participation, or other factors that need to be addressed immediately. In addition to the Student Academic Support Services Office, your advisor, your coach if you are an athlete, and others interested in your success will be notified. If you are contacted about an Academic Alert, please respond to those individuals and also visit me during my office hours so we may talk about strategies for how you can be successful in this class.

Accessibility Services

La Roche College is committed to providing equal opportunity for students with disabilities. If you have a diagnosed disability or if you believe you have a disability that might require reasonable accommodation in this course, please contact the Office of Accessibility Services so that such accommodations can be considered. Students with special needs or circumstances should meet with the instructor privately at the beginning of the semester to discuss those needs and what adaptations will be made. Students will be asked to provide documentation of their disability to determine appropriate accommodations in consultation with the Coordinator of Accessibility and Compliance.

Biometric Signature ID

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Methods of Instruction:

A. Lecture

B. Discussions

C. Case Analysis

D. Capstone Business Simulation Software

Requirements:

A. Textbooks: Wheelen, T.L, J.D. Hunger, A.N. Hoffman and C.E. Bamford; Strategic Management and Business Policy, 14th Edition; Pearson Publishing

Capstone Simulation “Capsim” – Management Simulations Inc.

B. Mid-term exam

C. Full participation in the capstone simulation exercise

D. Professionalism is an absolute requirement for this course. Work is to be done in a manner appropriate to a business environment. This includes, but is not limited to, interviews, presentations, and work ethic.

E. Analysis of cases is required. Both written reports and oral presentations will be assessed.

F. Evaluation of other teams’ case assessment is also an important component of this class.

G. Participation in the ETS Education Assessment and/or the Capstone Assessment

Assignments:

A. Case Studies

B. Simulation Software

C. Presentations

D. Assessments

Plagiarism

Plagiarism of any type will not be tolerated. Any student found copying material from a student or undocumented source will be given a zero for the assignment, paper or project. Students are responsible for accurately citing any source used in their work.

Attendance Policy:

Students are expected to attend class. If you are absent, it is your responsibility to work with another student to determine what you have missed. There are sometimes in-class exercises/assignments/presentations that cannot be made up if you miss that class. This class is heavily dependent upon work in a team. If you are absent, you cannot participate in those required team activities.

Case Requirements:

· Cases must be completed based on the assigned textbook case study

· Any outside sources used must be cited

· Cases must be written individually

· Cases or parts of case copied from others or the internet will result in a zero for the case and reduction of course grade

· If asked, student must be able to discuss sources used for the cases

· If plagiarism is suspected, it is up to the student to produce sources

Classroom Etiquette

· Unless you have a work conflict, I expect you to be in class on time.

· Dates of team presentations will not be changed except with prior approval.

· Team members are expected to be present, and be prepared to give their presentations on the day/time as scheduled.

· Please be courteous to others in class, and limit entering and leaving class during class time.

· Choose your teams carefully. I expect full participation by all members and will ask you to complete peer assessments for evaluative purposes.

· All team members are expected to participate fully and equally in the simulation, and presentations.

Basis for Grading:

Course grading is based on an overall point total and the plus/minus system will be used:

89.5% - 100% A

79.5% - 89.4% B

69.5% - 79.4% C

59.5% - 69.4% D

Less than 59.5% F

Points will be accumulated in each of the following categories. The total number of points will vary based on the number of assignments and projects.

· Participation in Simulation (Individually and with Group)

· Success of the Simulation Team

· Board of Directors Presentation

· Mid-term Exam

· Written Case Analyses (2-3)

· Case Presentations (2-3)

· ETS Exam, Simulation Debrief and Class Participation

Course Content:

1. Introduction to Strategic Management and Business Policy

a. Basic Concepts of Strategic Management

b. Corporate Government and Social Responsibility

2. Scanning the Business Environment

a. Environmental Scanning and Industry Analysis

b. Organizational Analysis

3. Strategy Formulation

a. Situation Analysis and Business Strategy

b. Corporate Strategy

c. Functional Strategy and Strategic Choice

4. Strategy Implementation and Control

a. Organizing for Action

b. Staffing and Directing

c. Evaluation and Control

5. Strategic Issues

a. Managing Technology and Innovation

b. Entrepreneurial Ventures and Small Business

c. Not For Profit Organizations

COURSE CALENDAR

May 23 Introduction; Simulation Introduction

Chapter 1

24 Chapters 2 and 3

Simulation Practice Round 1

25 Chapters 3 and 4

Competition Round 1

26 Chapters 4 and 5

30 No Class – Memorial Day

31 Case 1 Presentations (all teams)

Competition Round 2

June 1 Chapter 5 and 6

Competition Round 3

2 Chapters 6 and 7

Competition Round 4

6 Case 2 Presentations (all teams)

Chapters 7 and 8

7 Competition Round 5

Chapters 8 and 9

8 ETS Exam

9 Board of Directors Presentations

Note: Calendar may change due to class progress