St. Petersburg College of Business - Course Syllabus

MAN2021 – Management Principles Online – Spring 2015

Instructor Name: Greta Kishbaugh, Ph.D. Candidate

Office: Seminole Campus – LI 260

Phone Number: 727-302-6417

Text Message Only: 813-766-8715

E-mail:

Office Hours: Mon and Wed 11:00am-12:30pm & 2:00pm - 3:30pm – Tues and Thurs 11am – 2pm - Virtual Hours on Fridays 10am-1pm

Course Description

This course studies the basic fundamentals of management underlying the solution of problems in organization and operation of business enterprises and the application of these fundamentals to specific fields of business and industrial management. 47 contact hours.

Course Materials

Students in this course are required to obtain a copy of the textbook listed below. These materials are offered at the SPC Bookstores. Successful completion of this course is dependent on course materials and access to a computer and Internet. The necessary technology is available at allSPCollegecampuses for students that do not have access at home or at work.

NEW!!!Students in this course are required to obtain a copy of the textbook listed below from the SPC Bookstore. It has acustom code for SPC Studentswhich you will use to utilize WriteExperience. You will be required to turn in several assignments from WriteExperience. These materials are offered at the SPC Bookstores.Contact your Instructor for any additional instructions.

MGMT 6(with Custom SPC Code)
Chuck Williams

NOTE:Successful completion of this course is dependent on course materials and access to a computer and Internet. The necessary technology is available at allSPCollegecampuses for students that do not have access at home or at work.Please contact your Instructor for any additional questions for access to resources.

Course Objectives

By the end of this course, you should be able to meet the following objectives:

  • The student will understand the concept of "Management" in its universality.
  • The student will understand the major historical approaches to management thought.
  • The student will understand the major functions of "Management."
  • The student will understand major motivational techniques.
  • The student will understand communication and its importance to successful management.
  • The student will understand the decision-making process and major aids to decision-making.
  • The student will understand the basics of "Organizational development" and the managing of organizational change.
  • The student will develop a personal philosophy of management.

Grading and Evaluation

Assessments

This course will challenge you with weekly quizzes, case studies, discussion questions and WriteExperience Assignments. There will also be one cumulative project due at the end of the course and a final exam. See the breakdown below:

Weekly Quizzes: 14 @ 10 points each = 140

WriteExperience Assignments: 3 @ 30 points each = 90

Case Studies: 5 @ 10 points each = 50

Discussions: 5 @ 10 points each = 50
Final Management Project: 100 points

Final Exam: 100 points

Total Points = 530

Course Policies

Attendance

This is an online course and participation will include discussion forum posts as well as weekly quizzes and various assignments.

Late Submissions & Extenuating Circumstances

If you have extenuating circumstances that prevent you from meeting a deadline, completing a project, quiz, or participating in the class, please contact the instructor to make alternative arrangements. The possibility of alternative arrangements is at the discretion of the instructor. Active communication is the key to overcoming any hurdles you may encounter during the term. A penalty may or may not be assigned, at the discretion of the faculty member. All requests for extensions must be made in writing (via Angel email) and supporting documentation may be required for extensions to be granted.

Netiquette

Interactions in an online classroom are in written form. Your comfort level with expressing ideas and feelings in writing will add to your success in an online course. The ability to write is necessary, but you also need to understand what is considered appropriate when communicating online. The word "netiquette" is short for "Internet etiquette." Rules of netiquette have grown organically with the growth of the Internet to help users act responsibly when they access or transmit information online. As a student, business person or potential entrepreneur you should be aware of the common rules of netiquette for the Web and employ a communication style that follows these guidelines.

Rules of Thumb

  • Be considerate. Rude or threatening language, inflammatory assertions (often referred to as "flaming"), personal attacks, and other inappropriate communication will not be tolerated.
  • Never post a message that is in all capital letters -- it comes across to the reader as SHOUTING!
  • Use boldface and italics sparingly, as they can denote sarcasm.
  • Keep messages short and to the point.
  • Always practice proper spelling, good grammar, punctuation, and composition in all course emails. It is reflection of your student and work ethic.
  • Do not write in “text code” when emailing your professor.
  • Keep in mind that threaded discussions are meant to be constructive exchanges.
  • Remember that your emails are all saved throughout the du-ration of the course and archived with SPC at the conclusion of the term.
  • Be respectful and treat everyone as you would want to be treated yourself.
  • If you receive an upsetting email or post “cool off” before you respond.
  • Spell check!

Tech Support

Please be sure to contact tech support services if you are having internet and/or computer issues. Try not to wait until the last minute to get help. Your ability to utilize technology is very important to your success in working in this online environment.

SPC Technical Help Desk (727) 341-4357 (HELP)

SPC College Policies

Resource Guide

The following link below will take you to theSPCollegeResource Guide online, where you will find many valuable services to help you be successful here atSPCollege.

NOTE: As your instructor, I have a duty to help you succeed. Feel free to contact me if you are having any difficulty with the work in this course and if you need some guidance in finding the resource that will help you grow in this course and during your time atSPCollege.

Academic Honesty

Academic misconduct consists of cheating of any kind with respect to examinations and assignments as well as the unauthorized possession and/or use of exams, papers, and materials. Cheating includes unauthorized use of “crib” notes, “cheat sheets”, cell-phones, PDA’s, I-Pods, and collusion with other students. Additionally the use of test banks, answer keys, stolen exams and instructor’s manuals are expressly forbidden from usage by students at any time during this course.

Plagiarismas defined by the Little, Brown Essential Handbook for Writers, 4th edition, is the presentation of someone else’s ideas or words as your own. Whether deliberate or accidental, plagiarism is a serious and often punishable offense (Aaron, 2001).

Deliberate plagiarism: is copying a sentence from a source and passing it off as your own and, summarizing someone else’s ideas without acknowledging your debt (ex. buying a term paper and handing it in as your own) (Aaron, 2001).

Accidental plagiarism: is forgetting to place quotation marks around another author’s or writer’s words, omitting a source citation because you’re not aware of the need for it, or carelessly copying a source when you mean to paraphrase (Aaron, 2001).

Papers will be routinely and randomly submitted to for review. In the absence of guidance from the instructor, reference the APA Style Manual.

The instructor has the authority to determine whether plagiarism or cheating has occurred. Appropriate action will be taken by the instructor and SPC depending upon the nature of the infraction. Review the information in the link provided to insure a clear understanding of the SPC policies and rules for academic honesty.

Syllabus Addendum

NOTE: The Syllabus Addendum link is listed below. Please refer to this if you have any questions. This information is the most current and will help you understand everything from your rights as a student, to our College security policies.

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