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SYLLABUS FOR STRATEGIC
MANAGEMENT
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Term: Summer 2005
Course Number: BUS 489
Instructor: Terry Ferrari
Office: Classroom before class or as arranged
Office Phone: 312-322-5479 or 800-333-0894,
extension 5479
E-mail: Terry.R.Ferrari@chi.frb.org
Office
Hours: Before class or as arranged
Instructor
Background: B.A., English, Augustana (IL) College;
M.B.A., Accounting,
Course Time:
Course
Description: This course is designed to present an organized and integrated
approach to strategic management and business policy. Decision-making aids and tools are used in
the process. A broad spectrum of
problems will be presented for study and for solving.
Prerequisites: See CCSJ course catalogue.
Learning
Outcomes/ Competencies:
Students in
this course will: 1) understand the importance of creating enterprise-wide
vision; 2) be able to translate that vision into action plans; 3) implement
action plans; 4) evaluate success; and 5) appreciate how the organization
interacts with itself and society.
Textbooks: Crafting and Executing Strategy: The
Quest for the Competitive Advantage 13th Edition (2003) by
Thompson, Strickland, and Gamble. Also,
selected supplemental reading materials will be available.
Learning
Strategies: Students are expected to attend classes and participate in class
discussions. A special module will take
place on May 24 that will allow the class some hands-on experience with one of
the key principles.
Assessment: Students will be required to take one test. In addition, students will be required to
write one short paper on their personal management philosophies and submit two
cases. The test and case studies will
be business narratives. The paper will
be approximately 500 to 1,500 words in length.
Students will be required to take a short evaluation of their
brains. Finally, students will be
required to give a 15-minute presentation.
Class Policy
for Assignments: Students are
expected to complete all assigned tasks.
Class Policy on
Attendance: Students are
expected to attend classes. If possible,
absences should be discussed in advance.
If absences are not anticipated, students should contact the instructor
for make-up work.
Class Policy on
Electronic Devices: Out of respect for other
students, please mute cell phones. If it
is absolutely necessary to conduct a conversation or follow up on a page,
please leave the room to do so.
Course Outline:
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Class Dates: |
Topics/Assignments: |
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May 10 |
Chapter 1:
Overview; The Dynamics of Change |
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May 17 |
Chapter 2:
Vision, Objectives, and Strategies |
May 24 |
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May 31 |
Chapters 3-4:
Industry Analysis |
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Jun 07 |
Chapters |
Jun 14
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Chapter 8:
Tailoring Strategy |
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Jun 21 |
IN-CLASS
TEST; Krispy Kreme Case
DUE for class discussion. |
Jun 28
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NO CLASS |
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Jul 05 |
Chapters
9-10: Diversification and Ethics
PAPER DUE |
Jul
12
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NO CLASS |
Jul 19
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Chapters |
Jul 26 |
Southwest Airlines Case DUE for class discussion; PRESENTATIONS DUE |
Center for
Academic Excellence:
Tutoring
assistance is free to all students of Calumet College of St. Joseph. Call the
Center for Academic Excellence (CAE), to make an appointment at 473-4287. The
Center has experienced and well-trained tutors in most subject areas to help
students who are struggling in a course or who are doing well and would like to
do better. Regular weekly tutoring sessions are likely to improve your grade.
Statement of
Plagiarism:
If an
instructor or other Calumet College of St. Joseph personnel find that a student
has plagiarized or been involved in another form of academic dishonesty, the
instructor or other personnel may elect to bring the matter up for judicial
review. The maximum penalty for any form of academic dishonesty is dismissal
from the College. The procedures for judicial review are listed under the
section of CCSJ handbook that addresses student grievances.
Please note:
Citation
Guidelines:
Calumet College
of St. Joseph adheres to citation guidelines as prescribed by the particular
discipline (i.e., MLA, APA, and Chicago Manual of Style or Turabian.). All of these guidelines are available in the
Calumet College of St. Joseph library or bookstore. These texts outline how to cite references
from a variety of sources, including electronic media.
Withdrawal from
Classes Policy:
After the last
day for class changes has passed (see College calendar), students may withdraw
from a course in which they are registered with permission from the faculty
member conducting the course. A written request detailing the reason(s) for the
withdrawal must be filed with the Registrar. The Registrar must receive written
request for withdrawal by the last day of classes prior to the final examination
dates specified in the catalogue. Written requests may be mailed to the
Registrar or faxed to the College fax number 219-473-4259. Students are to make
note of the refund schedule when withdrawing from courses. The request is
forwarded to the faculty member, who makes the final determination to accept or
deny the request. If the request is honored, the student will receive
notification of official withdrawal; if denied, the notification will indicate
why the withdrawal is disallowed.
An official
withdrawal is recorded as a "W" grade on the student's transcript.
Dropping a course without written permission automatically incurs an
"F" grade for the course (see Refund Schedule).
School Closing Information:
Internet:
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http://www.EmergencyClosings.com
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Phone:
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