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THE UNIVERSITY OF WEST FLORIDA
COURSE SYLLABUS
COURSE:
Man 3025 Management Fundamentals
CLASS TIME:
fully online; mandatory exam proctoring
www.elearning@uwf.edu
CREDITS:
3 credit hours
PROFESSOR:
Dr. Marian Schultz
E mail: mschultz@uwf.edu
OFFICE:
FWB Campus Building 3, Room 464
Online office hours
HM: 897-3115 (do not call after 10 pm central time)
Fax: 897-3130
TEXTBOOK:
Management, 12th Edition
Schermerhorn ©2013
COURSE
DESCRIPTION:
A foundation course of study in management. Process and content of management are
analyzed. The course emphasizes classical, human relations, human resources, and
behavioral management. The content includes: planning, organizing, leading, control,
employment cycle, organization design and motivation.
COURSE FORMAT:
This course is supplemented by elearning software. It is essential that each student
have consistent use of the internet in order to participate in the course.
LEARNING OUTCOMES: Upon course completion, students will be able to:
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Recognize the nature of management activity and practice, as well as the systems and
contingency approaches to management, as well as the systems and contingency
approaches to management.
Discuss the impact on the management decisions and actions from forces in the
industrial and international environments of an organization.
Comprehend the nature, operating principles, activities and theories that form the
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basis for controlling the management functions of planning, organizing, staffing,
leading and controlling.
Recognize the organizational obligations regarding social responsibility and ethical
behavior.
Describe the decision-making conditions, approaches, concepts, and techniques
associated with managerial decision making.
Discuss the importance of creativity and innovation to the U.S. economy
and organizations.
Recognize the challenges to organizations and management
practice emanating from the globalization of business
Develop and refine one’s managerial style and philosophy
COURSE OBJECTIVES:
 To understand applied management concepts
 To study management as a process, art and science
 To become involved with organizational dynamics
 To apply management skills in a team setting
 To participate in the diagnosis of daily management
 To become an involved member of an organization
 To identify, assess, and develop one’s own managerial style & philosophy
Academic Conduct Policy:
Academic Conduct Policy: (Web Format) | (PDF Format) | (RTF Format)
Plagiarism Policy: (Word Format) | (PDF Format) | (RTF Format)
Student Handbook: (PDF Format)
Expectations for Academic Conduct/Plagiarism Policy
As members of the University of West Florida, we commit ourselves to honesty. As we strive for
excellence in performance, integrity – both personal and institutional – is our most precious asset.
Honesty in our academic work is vital, and we will not knowingly act in ways to erode that integrity.
Accordingly, we pledge not to cheat, nor to tolerate cheating, nor to plagiarize the work of others. We
pledge to share community resources in ways that are responsible and that comply with established
policies of fairness. Cooperation and competition are means to high achievement and are encouraged.
Indeed, cooperation is expected unless our directive is to individual performance. We will compete
constructively and professionally for the purpose of stimulating high performance standards. Finally,
we accept adherence to this set of expectations for academic conduct as a condition of membership in
the UWF academic community. UWF policies are in effect. Academic honesty is required of all
members of a learning community. The University does not tolerate plagiarism on tests, examinations,
papers, or other course assignments. Students who engage in such dishonesty will be given failing
grades. If you are uncertain about proper documentation of sources, please e-mail me. Remember, if
you directly quote or paraphrase someone else's words you must provide the full citation through a
footnote.
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GRADED REQUIREMENTS:
1. Two Individual Exams (midterm & final)
2. Group Paper
Powerpoint & PERT Chart
3. Participation
4. Assignments
TOTAL
35% each
15%
10%
5%
100%
As in the practical world of management there will be responsibilities and tasks that are not directly compensated. While not all
activities may be measured and applied toward overall assessment, additional gains may be in form of knowledge,
understanding, contracts...
A. Examinations (2) 35% of the final grade for each exam
B. Group Paper & Presentation with PERT chart
Each group will identify a specific company to research. The company social
responsibility, demographics, hiring practices, structure, and other areas of interest should
be researched. Each team will be responsible for coordinating a PowerPoint to be posted to
the discussion board
 Company must be approved by the professor
 PERT Chart should be prepared to show the team plan for the research project
C. Evaluation criteria for scoring the presentation:
 methodology; creativity; professionalism
 creativity in presentation is encouraged
 overall quality and clarity ...presentation should be interesting......materials
professional in appearance...clarity of the presentation...thoroughness of
material...presentation must reveal in-depth knowledge of topic...presentation
should be organized and follow a logical sequence.
 All group members must participate
GRADE SCALE:
Percentage
Grade
93-100
A
90-92
A-
87-89
B+
83-86
B
80-82
B-
77-79
C+
73-76
C
70-72
C-
68-69
D+
63-67
D
60-62
D-
Below
F
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Special Technology Utilized by Students:
All instructional content and interaction takes place over the WWW. In addition to baseline word
processing skills and sending/receiving email with attachments, students will be expected to search the
internet and upload / download files. In addition, students may need one or more of the following
plug-ins:
Adobe Acrobat Reader: http://www.adobe.com/products/acrobat/readstep2.html
PowerPoint Viewer: http://microsoft.com/downloads/details.aspx?FamilyId=D1649C22-B51F-491093FC-4CF2832D3342&displaylang=en
Special Needs Assistance:
Students with special needs must inform the instructor within the first week of the course term of any
personal circumstances that may require special consideration in meeting course requirements or
adhering to course policies. Students with special needs who require specific examination-related or
other course-related accommodations should contact Barbara Fitzpatrick, Director of Student
Disability Resource Center, SDRC@uwf.edu, (850) 474-2387. Student Disability Resource Center
will provide the student with a letter for the instructor that will specify any recommended
accommodations.
SCHEDULE OF CLASSES - (MAY 13-JULY 9)
All self-assessments should be used for personal development and do NOT need to be submitted.
Any assigned cases should be submitted to the team drop box. Be sure that everything is clearly
identified by the team name, case number, name and a list of any members who did NOT
participate.
Module 1 (MAY 13)
Readings: Chapters 1, 2
Chapter 1 Objectives
 Identify today’s managers
 Classify managers
 Describe the functions and roles of managers
 Identify the managerial skills
Chapter 2 Objectives
 Describe the contributions of Taylor, Gilbreths, Fayol, Weber, Maslow, McGregor, Argyris
and the Hawthorne Studies to the field of Management
 Discuss how today’s managers use the behavioral approach to management
 Discuss how the systems approach is appropriate for understanding management
Explain the contingency approach and its application today
 Design a Team logo and name; post to discussion board and inform professor
 Case 1: (Team response to dropbox, 1 copy only) p. 26 Trader Joe’s: respond to discussion
questions 1-3
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Self assessment Career Readiness p. 25 DO NOT SUBMIT
Cases will be submitted to the assignment drop box; one copy only from the team
Module 2 (MAY 20)
Readings: Chapters 3, 4, 5
Chapter 3 Objectives
 Understand ethics
 Describe the role of social responsibility
Chapter 4 Objectives
 Understand the general or macroenvironment
 Comprehend the role of the specific or task environment
 Discuss the characteristics of innovative organizations
Chapter 5 Objectives
 Comprehend the impact of global management
 Discuss types of the global impact of business
 Understand Cultural intelligence; review values and national cultures
Assignments (send email to Dr. Schultz with project choice)
 Choose and discuss a company for the Team Project
Ben & Jerry’s
Local business
Twin Cities Hospital
Publix
KMart
ASA
Toys R Us
FWB Medical Ctr
Xerox
Home Depot
Nike
Winn Dixie
Module 3 (MAY 27)
Readings: Chapter 7
Chapter 7 Objectives
 Apply individual versus group decision making
 Understand creativity in decision making
 Review decision errors and traps; practice the various types of managerial decisions
Module 4 (JUNE 3)
Readings: Chapters 8, 9
Chapter 8 Objectives
 Types of plans
 Planning tools and techniques
 Describe each of the different types of plans
 Team Case: Dunkin’ Donuts: Betting Dollars on Donuts C-18
Chapter 9 Objectives
 Control processes
 Internal and external
 Self assessment p. 259 empowerment/empowering others
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Self assessment p. 289 tolerance for ambiguity
Self assessment p. 343 internal/external control
Change leadership IQ p. 289
Schedule your midterm. If you are having your exam proctored in Pensacola, call Tammy
Keely at 474-2310. If you are having your exam proctored in Ft Walton Beach, call Tom
Schwingle at 863-6584. If you are having your exam proctored at Eglin AFB call Debbie Cluff
at 678-3727. If you are using proctor u, there is a 22.50 fee per exam and you must schedule
your time at least three days before the opening of the exam. If you prefer a different proctor,
you may go through the formal channels and have a proctor complete the official forms.
Module 5 ( JUNE 10)
Readings: Chapters 10, 11, 12
Chapter 10 Objectives
 Strategic management
 SWOT
Chapter 11 Objectives
 Structure and design
 Functional, divisional…
Chapter 12 Objectives
 Culture and change
 Observable culture
 Team Case 10: Apple Inc. p. 290 Post team discussion questions to drop box
Module 6 (JUNE 17)
Readings: Chapters 13, 14
Chapter 13 Objectives
 Human resource management
 Recruiting process
Chapter 14 Objectives
 Leadership
 Contingency approaches
Module 7 (JUNE 24)
Reading: Chapters 15, 16, 18
Chapter 15 Objectives
 Perception
 Attitude
Chapter 16 Objectives
 Motivation
 Process, content
Chapter 18 Objectives
 communication
 collaboration
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Module 8 (JULY 1) Schedule your final exam with a proctor.
Schedule your midterm. If you are having your exam proctored in Pensacola, call Tammy
Keely at 474-2310. If you are having your exam proctored in Ft Walton Beach, call Tom
Schwingle at 863-6584. If you are having your exam proctored at Eglin AFB call Debbie Cluff
at 678-3727. If you are using proctor u, there is a 22.50 fee per exam and you must schedule
your time at least three days before the opening of the exam. If you prefer a different proctor,
you may go through the formal channels and have a proctor complete the official forms.
Professor Bio: Dr. Marian C. Schultz
Dr. Schultz holds an Associate degree and a Bachelor’s degree from the University of Detroit Mercy, a
Master’s degree from Pepperdine University, and a Doctorate from the University of Southern California.
She has taught various business courses for The University of Hawaii, Chaminade University and Hawaii
Pacific College while living in Hawaii. While in San Antonio she taught in the Marketing and Management
Department for The University of Texas at San Antonio. She taught full time for St. Mary’s University
School of Business and Administration. In addition to her teaching, she is also actively involved in
consulting work for businesses such as Pace Foods of San Antonio (known for their taco & picante sauce),
The Winning Edge, 149th Tactical Fighter Group of the Texas Air National Guard, First City Bank, and
Health America and Eglin AFB. Dr. Schultz is a professional member in the Academy of Management,
American Educational Research Association, American Society for Training and Development, Council on
Employee Responsibilities & Rights, Association of Management, Economic and Business Historical
Society, Association of Business Communication, and the Atlantic Economic Society. She has presented her
research regionally, nationally and internationally. Her publications and research include such topics as
Stress, Comparable Worth, Crisis Management, Diversity Training, Leadership, Humorology, Aviation
Management, Crew Rest, Crew Rest, Virtual Training, Online Instruction, Gender Diversity and Power.
Dr. Schultz is a tenured professor and joined the Management faculty of The University of West Florida as
an Associate Professor in the Fall of 1989. She currently holds the rank of full professor of Management.
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Syllabus is subject to change
Any emergency concerns, please contact me asap by phone or email
No extra credit
If you miss an exam, you must receive prior permission to take a make-up
exam.
 All make-up exams are essays
 Any assignments submitted after the due date will lose 10 points per day