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JOHN CABOT UNIVERSITY
COURSE CODE: "MGT 301-1"
COURSE NAME: "Principles of Management"
SEMESTER & YEAR:
Spring 2023
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SYLLABUS
INSTRUCTOR:
Maria Jell Ojobor
EMAIL: maria.jellojobor@johncabot.edu
HOURS:
TTH 11:30 AM 12:45 PM
TOTAL NO. OF CONTACT HOURS:
45
CREDITS:
PREREQUISITES:
Prerequisite: Sophomore Standing
OFFICE HOURS:
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COURSE DESCRIPTION:
This course offers an introduction to the manager’s role and the management process of decision making in the context of organizations and society. The focus of the course is on effective management of the corporation in a changing society and on improved decision making and communication. It introduces the processes of planning, organizing, leading, and controlling, and it emphasizes the importance of teamwork and individual participation.
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SUMMARY OF COURSE CONTENT:
The course familiarizes students with the principles of management theory and practice. It combines basic concepts from economic theory of the firm and industrial organization with ideas from modern strategy literature. Students get to know the key economic concepts to develop sound business strategies and management approaches. The course offers real-world applications to make the theoretic concepts relevant.
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LEARNING OUTCOMES:
Understand the essential issue(s) for corporate management and strategy
Apply the appropriate theories to a specific reference context
Analyze and assess a firm’s internal and external environment, corporate strategy, and organizational structure to gain competitive advantage
Develop a solid knowledge of the fundamental aspects of management and strategy that will allow to undertake the various professional training courses in the field of global business and management
Critically analyze management issues
Present ideas with oral proficiency by using the technical vocabulary of management and strategy of the multinational firm
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TEXTBOOK:
| Book Title | Author | Publisher | ISBN number | Library Call Number | Comments | Format | Local Bookstore | Online Purchase |
| Economics of Strategy | Besanko, D.; Dranove, D.; Shanley, M.; Schaefer, S | J. Wiley & Sons | 978-1-118-55570-5 | | | | | |
| Contemporary Strategy Analysis | Robert Grant | Wiley | 978-1-119-81523-5 | | | | | |
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REQUIRED RESERVED READING:
RECOMMENDED RESERVED READING:
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GRADING POLICY
-ASSESSMENT METHODS:
| Assignment | Guidelines | Weight |
| Class exercises | Students participate individually and in groups in ten (8) different oral class activities and written assignments. After the student’s participation, he/she summarizes and uploads on Moodle the argument made on the day of contribution/class. Late uploads will not be considered for evaluation. The name of the file (word or pdf) must contain the following: “Student’s surname and name_ Week_Assignment name”. | 30% |
| Group project | Groups of students (3-4) critically analyze a business scenario during the semester and present it in class (25 min). Power point presentation slides must be uploaded two (2) days before the presentation date. Only one group member should upload the presentation slides. All group members need to present. Mention on the first slide the name of the project and the team members. File name: “Group number_Project name”. Final project group presentation is a requirement to pass the course. | 40% |
| Midterm and final exam | Students take a midterm and a final exam that test their knowledge and understanding of concepts discussed in the class. You will be assessed on your ability to apply the tools/concepts/frameworks discussed in class. You will find that a sound understanding of the textbook material and case studies, your application of the concepts, and your classroom participation will greatly assist you in taking the exam. The exam may consist of a variety of questions including true or false, multiple choice and open questions. | 30% |
-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
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 ____________
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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.
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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.
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SCHEDULE
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Introduction to corporate and business strategy and the competitiveness of the firm
External environment of the firm
Internal environment of the firm
Competitive strategies
The value chain
Vertical boundaries of the firm
Integration and its alternatives
Horizontal boundaries of the firm
Diversification strategy
Institutions and cultures, and ethics
Corporate social responsibility, and sustainability
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