Course Syllabus

JOHN CABOT UNIVERSITY

COURSE CODE: "MGT 301"
COURSE NAME: "Principles of Management"
SEMESTER & YEAR: Summer Session I 2017

SYLLABUS

INSTRUCTOR: Patrick Bishop
EMAIL: [email protected]
HOURS: MTWTH 9:00 AM 10:45 AM
TOTAL NO. OF CONTACT HOURS: 45
CREDITS:
PREREQUISITES: Prerequisite: Sophomore Standing
OFFICE HOURS: By appointment or 15-minutes before / after class

COURSE DESCRIPTION:
Introduction to the manager’s role and the management process in the context of organizations and society. Focus on effective management of the corporation in a changing society and on improved decision making and communication. Processes covered: planning, organizing, leading, and controlling. Teamwork and individual participation are emphasized.

SUMMARY OF COURSE CONTENT:
The course will be delivered through lecture, experiential interaction, case presentation, and discussion. Lectures will be used to discuss and add to the main concepts contained in the reading assignments. Student contribution to class discussion and interaction dynamics will be favored and positively evaluated.

LEARNING OUTCOMES:

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

• acquire a basic understanding of management concepts, theory and contemporary issues;

• develop an awareness of the value and limitations of management theories;

• acknowledge the role of the manager/administrator within the organization;

• understand the tools & techniques to analyze the business environment and perform strategic planning

• comprehend recent trends in management such as social responsibility, globalization and diversity;

• understand the role of organization design and human resources management;

• recognize the issues related with leadership, teamwork and motivation;

• acquire the main tools to managerial control and performance measurements;

• develop discussion and business presentation skills;

• develop ability to work as an effective team member.

TEXTBOOK:

Book Title	Author	Publisher	ISBN number	Library Call Number	Comments	Format	Local Bookstore	Online Purchase
Management, 13th Edition	Stephen P. Robbins & Mary A. Coulter	Pearson	13 9780133910292

REQUIRED RESERVED READING:

NONE

RECOMMENDED RESERVED READING:

NONE

GRADING POLICY
-ASSESSMENT METHODS:

Assignment	Guidelines	Weight
Mid-Term Exam	On topics from the book & lecture	15%
Final Exam	On topics from the book & lecture	25%
Team Project	Report and presentation	30%
Individual Projects	Report and presentation (2)	20%
Class Participation	In-class exercises and discussion	10%

-ASSESSMENT CRITERIA:
AWork of this quality directly addresses the question or problem raised and provides a coherent argument displaying an extensive knowledge of relevant information or content. This type of work demonstrates the ability to critically evaluate concepts and theory and has an element of novelty and originality. There is clear evidence of a significant amount of reading beyond that required for the course.
BThis is highly competent level of performance and directly addresses the question or problem raised.There is a demonstration of some ability to critically evaluatetheory and concepts and relate them to practice. Discussions reflect the student’s own arguments and are not simply a repetition of standard lecture andreference material. The work does not suffer from any major errors or omissions and provides evidence of reading beyond the required assignments.
CThis is an acceptable level of performance and provides answers that are clear but limited, reflecting the information offered in the lectures and reference readings.
DThis level of performances demonstrates that the student lacks a coherent grasp of the material.Important information is omitted and irrelevant points included.In effect, the student has barely done enough to persuade the instructor that s/he should not fail.
FThis work fails to show any knowledge or understanding of the issues raised in the question. Most of the material in the answer is irrelevant.

-ATTENDANCE REQUIREMENTS:
ATTENDANCE REQUIREMENTS AND EXAMINATION POLICY

Students are expected to come prepared to class and participate in all activities. Active participation is crucial and regular attendance is an essential component of class participation. Attendance will be taken at the start of class. A student’s first two “tardies” (lateness) equal one absence, but thereafter, each tardy will equal one full absence. Students get two (2) absences without penalty (other than missing coursework). Missing three (3) classes due to absence will reduce your final grade by one full letter. Missing four (4) classes will result in a failing grade. Dr. B’s attendance log is the official record.

You cannot make-up a major exam (midterm or final) without the permission of the Dean’s Office. The Dean’s Office will grant such permission only when the absence was caused by a serious impediment, such as a documented illness, hospitalization or death in the immediate family (in which you must attend the funeral) or other situations of similar gravity. Absences due to other meaningful conflicts, such as job interviews, family celebrations, travel difficulties, student misunderstandings or personal convenience, will not be excused. Students who will be absent from a major exam must notify the Dean’s Office prior to that exam. Absences from class due to the observance of a religious holiday will normally be excused. Individual students who will have to miss class to observe a religious holiday should notify the instructor by the end of the Add/Drop period to make prior arrangements for making up any work that will be missed. The final exam period runs until June 23, 9-10:45am.

ACADEMIC HONESTY
As stated in the university catalog, any student who commits an act of academic dishonesty will receive a failing grade on the work in which the dishonesty occurred. In addition, acts of academic dishonesty, irrespective of the weight of the assignment, may result in the student receiving a failing grade in the course. Instances of academic dishonesty will be reported to the Dean of Academic Affairs. A student who is reported twice for academic dishonesty is subject to summary dismissal from the University. In such a case, the Academic Council will then make a recommendation to the President, who will make the final decision.

STUDENTS WITH LEARNING OR OTHER DISABILITIES
John Cabot University does not discriminate on the basis of disability or handicap. Students with approved accommodations must inform their professors at the beginning of the term. Please see the website for the complete policy.

SCHEDULE

COURSE OUTLINE:

Note: Content / schedule may change per the professor’s discretion

May 22 Welcome: Overview & Intro to MGT 301

May 23 Ch 1 Managers in the Workplace

May 24 Ch 2 Making Decisions

May 25 Ch 3 Managing the External Environment & Organization’s Culture

May 29 Ch 4 Managing in a Global Environment

May 30 Ch 5 Managing Diversity

May 31 Ch 6 Managing Social Responsibility & Ethics

June 1 Topical Report & Presentation

June 5 Ch 7 Managing Change & Innovation

June 6 Ch 8 Planning Work

June 7 Ch 9 Managing Strategy

June 8 Mid-Term Exam

June 12 Chs 10&11 Designing Organizational Structure

June 13 Ch 12 Adaptive Organizational Design

June 14 Ch 13 Managing Teams

June 15 Topical Report & Presentation

June 19 Team Project Presentations

June 20 Ch 14 Managing Teams

June 21 Chs 15&16 Understanding Ind. Behavior & Motivating Employees

June 22 Ch 17 Becoming an Effective Leader

June 23 Final Exam