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Course Description:
A study of critical sensitivities one must exhibit in various parts of
the world as related to the demands of business for a repertoire of style,
a respect for diversity, and understanding of cultures (Cross-listed with
GBUS 420).
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Course Objectives:
1. Understand culture, cross cultural differences and
their management. 2. Examine cultural specifics in North America, Latin
America, Asia, Europe, the Middle East, and Africa
as they pertain to management issues.
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Books and other materials required:
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Two books, a text and a reader, will be used
in the course. Additional materials include reserve readings and handouts.
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Student Performance Expectations and Evaluation:
1. Regular attendance and participation in class
activities (15% of the course grade):
Classes consist of lecture and discussion. Students are required to
actively participate in class discussions based on the assignments for the
day. Bring up issues that intrigue, excite, and motivate you. There may be
many, who share your ideas and many who have never heard such ideas before,
or you may want to refine what you know already in a group context. The
discussions can be successful only with your diligent preparation and
active participation.
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2. Discussion paper (25%): You are required to write a discussion
paper 8-10 pages in length (excluding bibliography), with at least five
references listed in ASA format. (Longer, if it’s a research paper.)
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3. Exams: (60% total). There will be three exams, which will worth
15, 20, and 25 percent respectively, for a total of 60%. The exams will
test your overall understanding of the subject, and cover the text,
additional articles, in-class activities, presentations, and lectures.
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Grading:
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Attendance and class participation (15% of the course
grade)
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Exams (60% of the course grade)
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Exam 1
(15%)
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Exam 2
(20%)
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Exam 3
(25%)
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Paper (25%)
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Numerical translation of grade levels:
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A
= 90-100 C = 70-79 F = <60
B = 80-89 D = 60 – 69
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Suggestions for success:
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a) Read carefully and keep handy this syllabus. You are
responsible for following it through
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b) Attend all regularly scheduled classes. If one must
be absent, it is your responsibility to get all the materials/information
covered. Assignments are made during class and the student is responsible
for all information conveyed during class.
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c) Come to class on time. Arriving late or leaving early
is very distracting to all. However it is better to come late than
completely missing the class
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d) Don't procrastinate. Putting off assignments for
later is unwise as something will come up begging your attention, leaving
you with no time. Be prepared for each class. Take class notes, and make
sure to review them. Be prepared to spend adequate amount of time for
reading and homework assignments.
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e) Submit all written assignments on time, following the
directions. Use the library resources for assistance with writing problems
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f) Above all, approach the subject with a pragmatic
outlook. Think of it as something very helpful in leading a resourceful
life.
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