Spring 2012

Understanding Corporate Management

Course Summary: This course is intended for students of any major who want to gain a general understanding of business and corporate structure. The course will focus on practical skills, knowledge of business basics and important developments in business. The course will use real world examples and case studies to gain a strong understanding of business in today's global marketplace. The course will also help students prepare for working in the global corporate environment. Students will use their critical thinking skills to participate in class discussions and the group project. Instructor: Name: Terrill Reid McLain 'Ofce' Hours: By appointment only

Required Textbook: Business Essentials 9th Edition Ronald J. Ebert & Ricky W. Grifn, Texas A & M University ISBN-10: 013303402X ISBN-13: 9780133034028

Class Lecture Style The class style of lecturing is interactive. Students will be expected to participate in open discussions during class regarding the topics presented, the required readings and homework . Students will also interact with each other in small group discussions. There will be a group project and presentation. All lectures will be conducted in English. We will also be using current technology and electronic media to enhance student learning.

Evaluation 10% Attendance 20% Participation/Homework 25% Mid-Term 20% Group Project/Presentation 25% Final Exam

Understanding Corporate Management - Syllabus Fall 2012

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Understanding Corporate Management

Course Schedule Overview: Week 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 Date Sept 5 Sept 12 Sept 19 Sept 26 Oct 3 Oct 10 Oct 17 Oct 24 Oct 31 Nov 7 Nov 14 Nov 21 Nov 28 Dec 5 Dec 12 Dec 19 (Substitute Instructor) The Contemporary Business World The Business of Managing The Business of Managing Foundation Day - No Class People in Organizations Review Midterm Chapters 1-10 Principles of Marketing Managing Information Managing Information Financial Issues Group Presentations Group Presentations Review Final Exam Ch 11-16 11-12 13 14 15-16 9-10 1-4 5-6 7-8 Contents Reading

Understanding Corporate Management - Syllabus Fall 2012

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Understanding Corporate Management

Attendance This is a participation course. It is essential to be in class to participate. If you are going to miss a class please e-mail the instructor beforehand with the reason why. I understand that situations arise in life but it is important to be in class. Participation/Homework This class is a safe way to practice your knowledge and skills in English. I will occasionally assign homework in relation to the topics being discussed. Homework may include reading an article, observing an event, writing a reaction to a case study, conducing an interview, watching television, searching online, going to the mall etc. I will give feedback and corrections to help you learn, however you will receive full credit just for completing the assignment. Participation will also include involving yourself in class discussions and the feedback from your peers on your work in the group project. Group Project: The group project is going to be to research and present a company prole of a business you enjoy or a business you would like to work for. The purpose of this group project is to help you learn how to research elements of a company to prepare you an interview and to see if it would be a good t for you. This company prole is composed of two parts. I will provide an outline for each of these once we get closer to assigning groups to make it easy to gather the information needed. I will also allocate time in class to work on the group project. 1. 2. Company prole, history and structure. Company business evaluation.

The required materials to be produced by the group are as follows. 1. 2. Group paper - You will work together to produce all written material to be handed in. Group PPT/Presentation - You will work together and hand in the ppt you use for your presentation and each group member is expected to speak during the presentation. I will also give you some resources for making effective presentations. Team Member Evaluation - You will evaluate your teammates' efforts and contributions to the group. I will give an outline for this. Self Evaluation - You will reect on your efforts in the class and the group. I will give an outline for this.

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Exams: The exams are straight forward they will mostly come from the readings in the book, but I may add a question or two from the Participation/Homework. There are two exams one for the rst half of the book and one for the second half. There is no comprehensive exam in this course.

Understanding Corporate Management - Syllabus Fall 2012