BUAD 301 Syllabus

Course Materials and Requirements

  • Textbook Requirement:

    • Purchase "iciclescop" (mandatory)

    • Cost: $38.77

    • Format: PDF, immediate access upon purchase

    • Urgency: Purchase within the week due to upcoming assignments

  • Homework Schedule:

    • Weekly Classes: Attendance is crucial; missing one session equates to a whole week.

    • Absence Policy: Only one unexcused absence allowed. After that, a doctor's note required for any further absences.

Course Structure and Grading Breakdown

  • Syllabus Overview:

    • Course comprised of various assessments:

    • Two midterms (10% each)

    • Independent project (10%)

    • Team project (15%)

    • Team project presentation (5%)

    • Participation (5%)

    • Pitch advantage (5%): Tool for project preparation

    • Final exam (25%)

    • Grading Clarifications:

    • Team project presentation allows individual performance focus despite group dynamics.

Weekly Course Content Schedule

  • Week 1: Introduction, syllabus overview, and diagnostic exam.

  • Week 2: Introduction to case analysis and BOLDY blocks.

  • Weeks 3 Onward: Continued progression through course materials with emphasis on clear delineation of topics and assignments (specific dates provided in-class).

Course Resources

  • Course Modules:

    • All materials accessible via organized modules for clarity.

    • Resources include:

    • Writing center

    • Printing facilities

    • Grammar assistance

  • Evaluation Rubrics:

    • Two main rubrics used:

    • Class rubric: Covers all projects and exams

    • Speech rubric: Specific to presentations

Homework and Assessment Changes

  • Quizzes:

    • Transition from summary analysis to quizzes due to student feedback.

    • Quizzes consist of 4 multiple-choice questions and 1 open-response question.

    • Anticipated volume: Approximately two quizzes per week.

Course Communication Style

  • Method of Instruction:

    • Emphasis on interaction; students encouraged to talk and participate actively.

    • Utilizes a subscribed learning method to achieve a comprehensive understanding.

    • Class structure involves extensive questioning and feedback integration.

Independent and Group Projects

  • Independent Project:

    • Focused on demographic report, guided by a visiting librarian.

  • Group Project:

    • Similar to "Shark Tank" where student teams devise business plans and pitch them for investment.

    • Additional credit given for presenting a product sample to the class (3 points per sample).

Class Prerequisites and Expectations

  • Prerequisite Requirement:

    • Completion of course 201 (2-0-1) is necessary; transfer students typically have met this requirement.

  • Content Expectations:

    • Course 301 entails advanced analytical skills, critical thinking, and problem-solving.

    • Teams will work to address realistic problems as if serving as consultants.

Academic Integrity and AI Considerations

  • Plagiarism Policy:

    • Strictly prohibits plagiarism not limited to direct copying; includes unethical AI use without permission.

  • Instructor's AI Focus:

    • Instructor is pursuing a PhD with a focus on AI use in education and intends to incorporate relevant assignments when appropriate.

    • Notification required when AI is permissible for assignments.

Classroom Activities

  • Icebreaker Activity:

    • Participants tasked with writing two truths and one lie about themselves.

    • Aim: Facilitate interaction and familiarity among students.