BA 160- INTRODUCTION TO BUSINESS
Spring 2009
MADISONVILLE COMMUNITY COLLEGE 2000 College Drive Madisonville, KY 42431
COURSE DESCRIPTION INSTRUCTOR
Business careers, terminology, and the interrelationships and complexities of business are introduced and examined in this survey course. Lecture: 3 credits.
Mrs. Kim Simons John H. Gray Building Office # 270 270-824-8639 kimberlyl.simons@kctcs.edu None JHG 242
The required textbook for this course is Understanding Business 8e by Nickels, McHugh, & McHugh
DROP/ADD POLICY
PREREQUISITE CLASSROOM TEXTBOOKS
March 9, 2009 Last day for a student to withdraw at their discretion and receive a ―W‖ Mar 10 – May 2 A student officially withdrawing will receive a ―W‖ IF the student’s current class grade point average at the time of withdrawal is 60% or greater. If current class grade point average is less than 60%, withdrawal with a ―W‖ will be denied
Monday/Wednesday ............................. 11-12 INSTRUCTOR OFFICE HRS* Tuesday/Thursday................................... 9-12 Friday ................................... By Appointment
ISBN-13 9780073105970 MHID 007310597X
TECHNICAL
REQUIREMENTS
Microsoft software including: Microsoft® Windows 2000 or XP Microsoft® Word 2000 or higher Microsoft® PowerPoint Internet connection of 56Kbps or greater
STUDENT CODE Please refer to the KCTCS Student Code of OF CONDUCT Conduct for a description of student rights, student offenses, and the appeals process for infringement of those rights. The KCTCS Student Code of Conduct may be found at the following website: http://www.kctcs.edu/student/code.htm ATTENDANCE, LATE WORK, & MAKE-UP POLICIES 1. Regular login is expected for successful completion of this course. It is the student’s full responsibility to complete the coursework in the time frame provided. 2. Discussion Responses must be submitted within the designated time frame. A topic will be posted at the beginning of some weeks. You must respond to the topic AND respond to at least one other classmate. Responses must be intelligible – ―I agree‖ is not enough. This is an opportunity for us to get to know each other a little. 3. Assignments must be submitted through the Web course portal – do not submit via email. I will allow ONE extension of a deadline per student. 4. Exams must be taken within the designated time frame NO EXTENSIONS WILL BE GIVEN. BA 160 Introduction to Business
EVALUATION WEIGHTS
40%.......... Exams 50% ......... Assignments (Web-based) 10% ......... Discussion/Participation
2008 Fall Session
ACADEMIC HONESTY
Cheating is defined as ―acquiring something through dishonest or deceptive means.‖ It includes, but is not limited to, wrongfully giving, taking, or presenting any information in written or verbal form with the intent to aid in academic performance. Any student who is determined by the instructor to have cheated on any activity or quiz will receive a grade of ―0‖ on that evaluation. Cheating on an exam will result in a failing grade for the course.
Madisonville District Libraries
ON-LINE RESOURCES
http://www.madcc.kctcs.edu/library/ Understanding Business http://highered.mcgrawhill.com/sites/007310597x/information_center _view0/ Blackboard Link http://elearning.kctcs.edu/ 1. Login Instructions: http://unity.kctcs.edu/docushare/dswe b/Get/Document137984/KYVU_Instructions.pdf KYVU Call Center and Technical Help Desk Contacts: http://www.kyvu.org/home.htm
COURSE COMPETENCIES Upon completion of this course, the student can: 1. describe the private enterprise system; 2. identify areas of business social responsibility; 3. describe economic challenges facing U.S. business; 4. identify and differentiate between the forms of private business ownership; 5. identify the management skills necessary for business in a capitalistic economy; 6. explain the need for human relation skills in managing a business; 7. describe the need for marketing skills that are necessary for a business; 8. explain the importance of current and accurate financial information in managing a business; 9. explain the government's role in the American economic system; 10. describe the American legal system as it applies to business; 11. explain the impact of the quality initiative in business; and 12. use appropriate business vocabulary.
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2009 Spring Session
BA 160 – Introduction to Business
GENERAL EDUCATION COMPETENCIES
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Communicate Effectively 1.Read and listen with comprehension. Assessed through weekly comprehension of assignments and discussions. 2.Write clearly using standard English. Assessed through written assignments and discussion boards. 3.Interact cooperatively with others. Assessed through interactive participation in weekly discussion threads. 4.Demonstrate information processing through basic computer skills. Assessed through successful completion and submission of online assignments. Think Critically 1.Make connections in learning across the disciplines and draw logical conclusions. Assessed through Assignments/GroupProjects/ Case Studies. 2. Demonstrate problem solving through interpreting, analyzing, summarizing, and/or integrating a variety of materials. Assessed through Assignments/Group Projects/Case Studies.
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III. Learn Independently 1.Use appropriate search strategies and resources to find, evaluate, and use information. Assessed through Research project and various Internet based assignments throughout the semester. 2.Make choices based upon awareness of ethics and differing perspectives /ideas. Assessed through group discussions/assignments about business ethics and culture. 4.Think creatively to develop new ideas, processes, or products. Assessed through individual business plan project and miscellaneous assignments throughout semester. IV. Examine Relationships in Diverse and Complex Environments 1.Develop an awareness of self as an individual member of a multicultural global community. Assessed through assignments and discussions of Global Awareness and Business Functions
Disabilities Policy: “Students with documented disabilities that require individualized accommodations should do two things: contact the Disability Resource Coordinator at their Home College and inform their instructors. Once the student has contacted the Disability Resource Coordinator at the Home College, that Coordinator will communicate with the student's instructors and/or the Disability Resource Coordinator at the Delivering College in order to coordinate and/or provide reasonable and appropriate accommodations to the student.” Madisonville Community College Disability Resource Coordinator is Valerie Wolfe. Her number is 270-824-1708
BA 160 – Introduction to Business
EVALUATION OF WRITING ―Instructors in all courses are expected to call attention to proper English usage and may penalize for errors and/or require the rewriting of papers which do not meet acceptable standards in English. Any instructor who finds the written work of any student seriously defective in English may recommend remedial work or refer the student for additional assistance form local resources‖
Faculty Senate Rule Section V, 2.33
2009 Spring Session
TECHNICAL HELP
To Log in & Go to your e-learning class follow these instructions: 1. Go to http://elearning.kctcs.edu 2. Enter your PeopleSoft or KCTCS.edu email username and password and click "Log In." i) Your username is: PS generated user name ii) Your password is: PS generated password If you have not activated your KCTCS.edu PeopleSoft account, please go to http://www.kctcs.edu/student/psinstructions.html. If you have difficulty logging in use the contacts below:
KCTCS 24/7 Help Desk to answer questions about users/faculty/courses association and Bb functionality and training issues – how do you do this/that in Bb? KCTCS 24/7 Help Desk: Toll Free 1-866-590-9238 Open 24 hours a day, seven days a week URL: http://d2.parature.com/ics/support/default.asp?deptID =8008 KYVC Call Center to answers questions about users/faculty/courses association and minor Peoplesoft issues/discrepancies. KYVC Call Center/Help Desk: Toll Free 1-877-740-4357 Monday - Thursday - 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. ET Friday 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. ET URL: https://help.kyvu.org/cgibin/kyvu.cfg/php/enduser/std_alp.php
2009 Spring Session
BA 160 – Introduction to Business
TENTATIVE WEEKLY COURSE OUTLINE FOR BA 160 COURSE
WEEK
WEEK 1
TOPICS Orientation to Blackboard and Introduction to Course Managing within the Dynamic Business Environment: Taking Risks and Making Profits.
EVALUATION Orientation Quiz Critical Thinking p. 25 (1-5) Taking it to the Net p 26 (1-3) Critical Thinking p. 54 (1-2) Taking it to the Net p 55 (1) Critical Thinking p. 845 (1-4) Critical Thinking p. 112 (1) Developing Workplace Skills (1,3, & 5) EXAM #1 – Ch 1-4 Critical Thinking p. 144 (1-4) Taking it to the Net p 145 (1-3) p 177 (1-2)
WEEK 2
How Economics Affects Business: The Creation and Distribution of Wealth Competing in the Global Market
WEEK 3
Demonstrating Ethical Behavior
WEEK 4
Choosing a Form of Business Ownership Entrepreneurship and Starting a Small Business
WEEK 5
Business Management – Empowering Employees
Sample Business Plan Sample Business Plan Due EXAM #2 – Ch 5-6 Critical Thinking p. 201 (1-4) Taking it to the Net p 202 (Toys R Us) Critical Thinking p 229 (1-5) Critical Thinking p 255 (1-3) Developing Workplace Skills p 255 (#3) EXAM #3 – Ch 7-9 Taking it to the Net p 283 (1-2) Developing Workplace skills p 283 (2 & 5) Critical Thinking p 316-7 (1-5)
WEEK 6
Ch 7 Business Management – Empowering Employees (con’t)
WEEK 7
Adapting Organizations to Today’s Market – Ch 8 Producing World Class Products
WEEK 8
Motivating Employees and Building Self-Managed Teams Human Resource Management – Finding and Keeping the Best Employees
10/13-10/18 FALL BREAK WEEK 9
Dealing with Employee-Management Issues and Relationships EXAM #4–Ch 10-12 Critical Thinking p 345 (1-3) Marketing – Building Customer Relationships
WEEK 10
Critical Thinking p 371 (1-3) Developing Workplace Skills p 371 (1& 5) Critical Thinking p 398-99 (1-4) Branding Paper Due (see website for guidelines) Critical Thinking p 426 (1-3) Developing Workplace Skills p 427 (#1 & #3) EXAM #5–Ch 13-16 Critical Thinking p 451 (1-4) Taking it to the Net p 452 (#2—Coupons) Critical Thinking p 479 (1-3) and p 507 (13) EXAM #6–Ch 17-20 Critical Thinking p 541 (1-5) Taking it to the Net p 569
WEEK 11
Developing and Pricing Products and Services http://www.contentmart.com/ContentMart/content.asp?LinkID=20940&CatID=292 &content=1
WEEK 12
Distributing Products Quickly and Efficiently
WEEK 13
Using Effective Promotional Techniques
WEEK 14 WEEK 15
Understanding Financial Information and Accounting Financial Management and Personal Finances Working with the Legal Environment Using Technology to Manage Information
WEEK 16
FINAL EXAM WEEK
All assignments MUST be submitted in their respective dropboxes as a MICROSOFT WORD document. Do not send any assignments via email unless you have permission from me. All assignments must be labeled with student name, class name, and assignment title.
2009 Spring Session
BA 160 – Introduction to Business
2009 Spring Session
BA 160 – Introduction to Business