Course Syllabus

JOHN CABOT UNIVERSITY

COURSE CODE: "MGT 301"
COURSE NAME: "Principles of Management"
SEMESTER & YEAR: Summer Session I 2019

SYLLABUS

INSTRUCTOR: Mark Teachout
EMAIL: [email protected]
HOURS: MTWTH 3:40-5:30 PM
TOTAL NO. OF CONTACT HOURS: 45
CREDITS:
PREREQUISITES: Prerequisite: Sophomore Standing
OFFICE HOURS: 30 minutes after each class and by appointment

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:

Summary of Course Content:

Introduction to Management and Organizations

· Management History

· Organizational Culture and Environment & Diversity

· Managing in a Global Environment

· Social Responsibility

· Decision Making

· Operational & Strategic Planning

· Organizational Design & Structure

· Human Resources & Organizational Behavior

· Managing Teams

· Change, Innovation & Entrepreneurship

· Communication

· Motivation and Leadership

· Monitoring, Controlling and Operations

LEARNING OUTCOMES:

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 and 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 14th Edition Copyright 2018 (International Edition)	Robbins & Coulter	Pearson	9780134527604 OR Digital Copy		Be sure to order the INTERNATIONAL 14TH EDITION. Purchase BEFORE you travel to Rome. Sample websites for purchase. Paperback: https://www.prioritytextbook.com/management-14th-edition-stephen-p-robbins-and-mary-a-coulter? Digital: https://www.ebookair.com/management-14th

REQUIRED RESERVED READING:

NONE

RECOMMENDED RESERVED READING:

NONE

GRADING POLICY
-ASSESSMENT METHODS:

Assignment	Guidelines	Weight
Mid-Term Exam	Multiple choice and short answer questions in class. Reflection is take home.	40%
Active and Effective Participation	Includes class attendance, effective participation, in-class exercises, individual & team assignments	20%
Final Exam	Multiple choice and short answer questions in class. Reflection is take home.	40%

-ASSESSMENT CRITERIA:
ADemonstrates excellent to exceptional understanding of the course material. Clearly understands and directly addresses the question or problem raised and provides a coherent argument that displays an extensive knowledge of relevant information or content. Demonstrates the ability to critically evaluate concepts and theory and that may include an element of novelty and originality. Clear evidence of a significant amount of reading and research beyond that required for the
BDemonstrates a good to very good understanding of the course material. This highly competent level of performance directly addresses the question or problem raised. There is a demonstration of some ability to critically evaluate theory and concepts and relate them to practice. Discussions reflect the student’s own arguments and are not simply a repetition of standard lecture and reference 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 incorrect or irrelevant.

-ATTENDANCE REQUIREMENTS:
This class is intended to be participative and collaborative, including learning from readings, assignments, interactions with your peers, and from the Professor. This is possible only if you are punctual, present and prepared. Attendance is required at all class sessions. If you are unable to make a class, email the Professor in advance. Each student is expected to coordinate and meet with team members to complete any team assignments. This will be an effective and enjoyable learning experience with your active and effective participation.

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

Please note that the Schedule is subject to change.

Session	Session Focus	Reading Assignment	Other Assignment
Class 1 May 27	Intro to MGT		Introductions & Organizational Exercise
Class 2 May 28	Managers in the Workplace	Chapter 1	Management History Exercise
Class 3 May 29	Decision Making	Chapter 2	Ethical Decision-Making Innovation & Brainstorming (In Class)
Class 4 May 30	External Environment & Organizational Culture	Chapter 3	Culture "Dig"
Class 5 June 3	Global Issues & Diversity	Chapter 4 & 5	Diversity Exercise (In Class)
Class 6 June 4	Social Responsibility	Chapter 6	Social Responsibility Ethics Exercises (In Class) CSR Presentation (In Class)
Class 7 June 5	Managing Change & Disruptive Innovation	Chapter 7	Force-Field Analysis (In Class)
Class 8 June 6	Planning, Strategy & Entrepreneurship	Chapter 8, 9 &10	Setting SMART Goals (In Class) SWOT Analysis (In class)
Class 9 June 10	MID-TERM EXAM	In Class	Reflection (Completed outside of Class)
Class 10 June 11	Organizational Design & Structure	Chapters 11
Class 11 June 12	Human Resources	Chapter 12
Class 12 June 13	Teamwork	Chapter 13
Class 13 June 17	Communication	Chapter 14	Reflective Listening
Class 14 June 18	Organizational Behavior	Chapter 15	Self-Assessments (prepare and bring results to class for discussion)
Class 15 June 19	Organizational Behavior (Continued) Perception & Learning	Chapter 15	Attribution Exercises (In Class) Social Learning (In Class)
Class 16 June 20	Motivation	Chapter 16	Employee vs. Manager
Class 17 June 24	Leadership	Chapter 17	Leadership Exercise
Class 18 June 25	Monitoring & Controlling	Chapter 18	Lean Presentation (In Class)
Class 19 June 26	Wrap – Up
Class 20 June 27	Review
Class 21 June 28	FINAL EXAM	In Class	Reflection (Completed outside of Class)