Management and Organizations MANAGEMENT 3180
Fall Semester, 2014
Instructor: Dr. Alan Hamlin Office: BU 316 Phone: 586-5417 e-mail: hamlin@suu.edu
Text: Management, 12th ed, Kreitner and Cassidy, Southwestern Publishing, 2011.
1. Course Overview and Objective:
This course focuses on the nature and environment of business management. However, the principles
learned in this course are also applicable in other settings in which individuals and groups interact,
including government, military and religious organizations. The functions of management and how they
are carried out will be explored, and recent trends and forces affecting domestic and foreign
corporations will be examined. The unique nature of leadership in commerce and trade will also be
analyzed, including the impact of social and cultural differences, political and labor (human resource)
issues, designing and running complex organizations; conflict resolution and related topics. In this
course, the student will explore the essential relationships and factors which bind businesses and
societies together. We will examine how business decisions are made for both domestic and foreign
operations, and how the recent global trade agreements will affect American multinational companies
(MNCs). In addition to the text, students will be expected to become familiar with current topics and
trends by reading newspapers, business magazines and visiting internet sites so that class discussions
will be timely and relevant.
Course Objectives:
-Obtain a basic knowledge of major functions of management, including with respect to MNC operations
overseas
-Understand the ethical roles of managers among different cultures and geographical areas
-Learn how to make effective business decisions using qualitative and quantitative tools
-Become familiar with current topics and issues facing business managers
-Learn how to effectively manage business resources (especially in MNCs) to achieve organizational
goals.
-Effectively use information technology in preparation of written work and preparation for exams
When you have successfully completed this course, you will be able to:
-Understand the essential attributes and behaviors of managers and leaders
-Discuss intelligently the factors influencing corporate behavior, and why it affects you
-Compare and contrast various corporate strategies, especially as it pertains to ethics
-Understand the pressures and opportunities that rapid change affords organizations
-Know what can be done to promote global corporate social responsibility
-Gain a greater appreciation of other cultures and societies
11. Course Requirements:
A) Regular attendance at class meetings
B) Participation in class discussion
C) Satisfactory completion of all assignments and exams on time
111. Examinations:
There will be 4 scheduled midterm exams, each worth 100 points. Each exam will be objective (T-F, MC), and will be given after each four chapters are covered.
The midterm exams will be non-cumulative. The FINAL exam, however, will be comprehensive, and will
be worth 200 points. It may be objective or subjective in nature, so be prepared to think as well as write.
1V. Term Papers:
Each student will write a term paper on a topic of his/her choice within the area of Business
Management. These are to be original essays based on a contemporary and controversial business issue
(e.g. How Changing Demographics Are Affecting Corporate Culture; How Globalization Helps and Hurts
Worker Productivity; How Nestle (or any other MNC) Changes Management Styles in Different
Countries; Gay Rights and Corporate HR Policies, etc). Choose a topic which you are interested in and
which will motivate you to spend a considerable amount of time in research and writing. The papers
should present BOTH sides of the issue, analyze the costs and benefits of each alternative solution, and
the conclusion must have your personal opinion as to what the best solution is, and why.
This is basically a research paper, but must contain your own opinions based on your readings and
experiences. Make the paper at least 10 pages long, typed, plus bibliography and title page. The report is
worth 200 points toward your final grade. Submit the paper to turnitin.com, with no more than 30% of
the content as quoted material.
V. Grading:
Midterms 1-4=
400 points
Final Exam=
200 points
Term Paper=
200 points
Participation=
50 points
Total points possible= 850 points
V11. Teaching Style:
The instructor uses a Socratic method which involves students in a discussion format. This requires
students to read the material BEFORE class, and come to class prepared to contribute. This provides the
class an opportunity to hear from many students from different backgrounds and who have different
attitudes about business practices, ethics, and other issues relevant to how international business
operates.
V111. Calendar:
Aug.
26 Introduction
28 Chapter 1- Managers and Entrepreneurs
Sep.
02 Chapter 2- The Evolution of Management Thought
04
Sep.
09 Chapter 3- The Manager’s Environment
11 Chapter 4- International Management
Sep.
16 Exam #1
18 Chapter 5- Social and Ethical Responsibilities
Sep.
23
25 Chapter 6- Planning and Project Management
Sep.
30 Chapter 7- Strategic Management
Oct.
02
Oct.
07 Chapter 8- Decision-Making and Problem Solving
09 Exam #2
Oct.
14 Chapter 9- Organizations: Effectiveness, Design and Culture
16 No class- Mountain Plains Management Conference
Oct.
21 Fall Break- no class 23
Oct.
28 Chapter 10- Human Resource Management
30 Chapter 11- Communicating in the Age of the Internet
Nov.
04 Chapter 12- Motivation
06 Exam #3
Nov.
11 Chapter 13- Group Dynamics and Teamwork
13 Chapter 14- Power and Leadership
Nov.
18
20 Chapter 15- Change, Conflict and Negotiation
Nov.
25 Chapter 16- Hiring and Managing Employees
27 Thanksgiving Holiday- no class
Dec.
02 Exam #3
04 Term Papers Due/Discuss
Dec. 9+
Final Exams
Other:
Course Evaluations: During the last week of instruction, all students will have access to SUU’s online
webpage for the purpose of evaluating each of their courses. To access the system, students will (1) on
the Internet, go to SUU’s Homepage (suu.edu); (2) click Current Students; (3) click WebCT; (4) log in with
Username and Password exactly as done in the campus computer labs-- If students don ’t know their
Username or Password, they can click on the choices on this screen that will provide them; (5) once
logged in, students will see a list of courses, with Course Evaluation in each title—they will then click on
the course they wish to evaluate.
ADA Statement: If you have a disability which may impair your ability to successfully complete this
course, please let Student Support Services (SSS) know during the first week of class. Students with
medical, psychological, learning or other disabilities desiring academic adjustments, accommodations or
auxiliary aids will need to contact SSD in Room 206F, Smith Center or phone 865-8022. SSD determines
eligibility for and authorizes the provision of these services.
Academic Integrity: Scholastic dishonesty will not be tolerated and will be prosecuted to the fullest
extent. You are expected to have read and understood the current issue of the Student Handbook
regarding student responsibilities and rights, and the intellectual property policy. All of my classes will
be using Turnitin.com to screen written work for possible plagiarism and other violations of University
policy. To create an account for this class at Turnitin.com: 1) go to www.turnitin.com, and click on
“create account.” and 2) enroll yourself using the Class ID and Class ID and Password (given in class). All
briefs, thought papers, term papers and book reports must be electronically submitted to Turnitin.
Attendance Policy: Regular attendance is required at all class meetings. Up to fifty points will be
awarded for this factor.
Pop Quizzes: Due to the ever-changing material covered in this class, the instructor reserves the right to
give pop quizzes and/or extra assignments at any time.