SYLLABUS
1. Wayland Baptist University, Fairbanks Campus, School of Business
2.
Mission Statement: Wayland Baptist University exists to educate students in an academically
challenging, learning-focused and distinctively Christian environment for professional success and
service to God and humankind.
3. Course: MGMT 5343 - Compensation, Benefits and Performance
4. Term and Year: Summer Semester: May 25, 2015 – Aug. 8, 2015
5. Name of Instructor: Dr. Nick O. Ejimabo
6. Office Phone and Email: (907) 377-4398 (Cell: (512)-589-9532) ejimabon@wbu.edu
7. Office Hours, Building, and Location: Tuesday 2 - 6pm. (Other: by Appointments) Doyon Facility.
8. Class Meeting Time and Location: Tuesday 6 to 10 pm, Doyon Facility/Rm. 302A Fairbanks, AK.
9. Catalog Description: Administration of compensation and benefit system in public and private
organizations; concepts, models, and practices; job analysis and design; performance evaluation and
measurement of results; integration of training, development and planning with compensation policies.
10. Prerequisites: MGMT 5309
11. Required Textbook and Resources:
BOOK
Compensation
AUTHOR
Milkovich/Newman
ED YEAR
PUBLISHER
11th
McGraw-Hill
2013
ISBN#
978-007802-9493
12. Optional Materials: A: Access to WBU Learning Resources www.wbu.edu/lrc
B: Internet and Library
13. Course Outcome Competencies: Upon completion of this course the student should be able to:
o design and manage a compensation system.
-on skills through class discuss and case analysis.
14. Attendance Requirements: As stated in the Wayland Catalog, students enrolled at one of the
University’s external campuses should make every effort to attend all class meetings. All absences must
be explained to the instructor, who will then determine whether the omitted work may be made
up. When a student reaches that number of absences considered by the instructor to be excessive, the
instructor will so advise the student and file an unsatisfactory progress report with the campus executive
director. Any student who misses 25 percent or more of the regularly scheduled class meetings will
receive a grade of F in the course. Additional attendance policies for each course, as defined by the
instructor in the course syllabus, are considered a part of the University’s attendance policy.
Additional Attendance requirement: Excessive late arrivals or early departures will be taken into
consideration. Material will be discussed in class and included in the exams that are not in the book. It
is the student’s responsibility to obtain any material missed by not attending class for any reason. The
student must not miss any more than 25% of the class. Any more misses may result in failure of the
class. In case of TDY’s the instructor should be notified as soon as possible.
15. Disability Statement: “In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (ADA), it
is the policy of Wayland Baptist University that no otherwise qualified person with a disability be
excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subject to discrimination under any
educational program or activity in the university. The Coordinator of Counseling Services serves as the
coordinator of students with a disability and should be contacted concerning accommodation requests at
(806) 291- 3765. Documentation of a disability must accompany any request for accommodations.”
16: Course Requirements and Grading Criteria:
Readings: Assigned readings are to be completed prior to the class session for which they are assigned.
Exams: Examinations will consist of Midterm and Final Exam (each worth 25%).
Research Project/Term-Paper/Presentation: Students will complete a research paper for this class.
The paper should be a minimum of 10 pages, a maximum of 12 pages (Including cover/title page and
reference pages), and should utilize between four to eight references (minimum of 5 references must be
academic or scholarly references, e.g. books, significant research, article or journals, etc.). The paper
must have two graphical elements (tables, figures, charts, artwork, etc.). (30%)
Black board discussions/Assignments:
1. The student will read all assigned materials, participate in class activities, and complete
assignments at the appropriate time; due dates are important.
2. Weekly online discussion board interactions will allow dialogue among class members and
provide opportunities for discussion among those persons who may exhibit a different perspective
from your own. You are required to consider these perspectives and respond in an appropriate
professional manner. Students will post and answer to the question or statement and respond to three
(3) others.
3. Posting and responses must be completed at the appointed time to ensure interaction with other
students and will not be accepted late.
4. The student will complete short assignments and projects/ designed for demonstrating
understanding of the primary concepts introduced in the course
Course Requirements and Evaluation:
Each make up 25 percent of final grade and must be completed in order to meet course requirements.
 Mid-Term (25%)
 Final (25%)
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Research Project/Term paper (30%)
Attendance / Class discussions/Participation (20%)
Grading Scale:
A = 90 - 100%
B = 80 - 89%
C = 70 - 79%
D = 60 - 69%
F = below 60%
I = For Incomplete
W = For Withdrawal
Note: Students are required to demonstrate proficiency in the requirements covered in this Syllabus and
in class. Students who are underperforming or who believe they need additional help are to inform the
instructor or dean immediately.
17. Tentative Schedule: (Calendar, Topics, Assignments)
This course outline serves merely as the anticipated roadmap I hope to use during this 11 weeks
program. However, due to circumstances and the dynamic nature of this course, there may be some
changes in the schedule. During such situations, you will be advised and changes will be discussed and
noted accordingly. The dates and weeks listed below are the dates by which the course materials are
expected to have been read.
Week
Dates
Topic/Activities/Discussions
Readings/Assignments
1
May 26
Introductions / Course Overview / Lecture
Compensation: The Pay Model / The Totality of
Compensation Decisions
Ch. 1 & 2
2
Jun. 2
Defining Internal Alignment / Job Analysis.
Job Description; & Job Evaluation
Ch. 3-4
3
Jun. 9
Job-Based Structures and Job Evaluation / Person-BasedCH. 5-6
Structures
4
Jun.16
Defining Competitiveness / Designing Pay Levels, Mix
and Pay Structures
5
Jun. 23
Research on Journal Articles
Provide Annotated Bibliography for Project.
Field Work/Data Collection
Provide Outline for Project.
6
Jun. 30
Pay for Performance Plans.
• Mid-Term (25%) Take Home
BD
Read Ch. 9 & 10
• Mid-Term (25%)
Take Home
BD
Ch. 11 & 12
Case Study Analysis
Ch. 7 & 8
7
July 7
Performance Appraisals / The Benefit Determination
Process.
8
Jul. 14
Benefit Options / Compensation of Special Groups / UnionCh. 13, 14; & 15,
Role in Wage and Salary Administration.
Movie/film/Guest speaker
Case study Analysis
Class meeting
9
Jul. 21
10
Jul. 28
11
Aug. 4
International Pay Systems / Government and Legal Issues in
Ch. 16, 17 & 18
Compensation / Management: Making it Work.
Research Papers Due / In-class Presentations
Class meeting
Review of final exam.
Research Papers Due
Final Test { TBD}
Class meeting
Final Exam & end of Semester
HYBRID COURSE REQUIREMENTS: Appropriate hybrid/online standard interactions will be
expected at all times. We must show respect for one another in all circumstances. I will show respect for
you by not belittling or ignoring you. You will show respect for me by giving attention to assignments.
We will show respect for one another by exhibiting patience and courtesy in our exchanges. Courtesy
and kindness is the norm for those who participate in my classes.
Additionally, because it is so important for teachers to effectively communicate ideas to colleagues,
parents, and administrators, writing clear and error-free English is a priority at Wayland School of
Education. Therefore, your ability to express your knowledge of educational concepts and theories
within the conventions of academic discourse will be assessed through written assignments. Criteria for
evaluation will be based on both content and mechanics. Integration of information from lectures,
readings, and discussions will be taken into consideration as will correct and appropriate format and
construction.
18. Additional information as desired by the faculty member.
Student Responsibilities: Students are responsible for reading, understanding, and obeying all academic policies
appearing in the Wayland Baptist University Academic Catalog applicable to their curriculum and/or program of
study.
Changes in the Syllabus: Although this course is expected to follow the syllabus as written, the instructor
reserves the right to adjust the syllabus. The instructor will inform the students of all major changes in a
reasonable and timely manner.
Division of Business Goals: The division of business is committed to producing graduates who have the
knowledge and skills to excel in business in its various sub disciplines. We are also committed to instruction in
the business disciplines that is invested with the values of Christianity.
Plagiarism Policy: Intellectual integrity and truthfulness are fundamental to scholarship. Scholars,
whether they are performing as students or as teachers, are engaged in a search for truth. Plagiarism is a
form of cheating and also a form of theft. Plagiarism occurs when a student fails to give proper credit
when information is either quoted or paraphrased. Carelessness is no excuse. As such, it is a breach of
scholarly responsibility.
It is also unethical and in some cases, illegal. Looking at or copying someone else’s test, answer sheet,
and/or paper are counted as cheating. Plagiarism will result in an “F” in the course.
19. Note: All assignments will have due dates and late penalties. Failure to submit assignments on time
will result in the reduction of your grade by 10 points per 24-hour period following the due date.
20. ADDITIONAL COURSE REQUIREMENTS: Readings: Assigned readings are to be completed
prior to the class session for which they are assigned.
CLASSROOM COURTESY: Exhibit courtesy to everyone in your class by being on time and staying
for the entire class time. Turn cell phones off and do not use them during class. Use cell phone outside
of the classroom during breaks. Limit your discussions to course content.
21. Format of Course Deliverables: All course assignments must be submitted in the class. All course
deliverables must be constructed in Times New Roman, 12pt font, double space, and submitted in APA
and Microsoft word.