MAN 3025 Principles of Management Syllabus, 4 credits

SPRING 2017
EP (ON- CAMPUS) SECTIONS 2019, 2026, 2889
EP (ABROAD) SECTIONS 02HH,4350, 5860, 02AA

Instructor: Lindy Archambeau, M.B.A., Ph.D.

Office Location: 211 H Stuzin Hall
Office Hours: Period 7 M & W, or by appointment
Live Class: Heavener 140, M & W, Period 5& 6
• Please note that the taped sessions are usually available 1 to 2 hours after on
Mediasite
Email: My email is [email protected]
Use this email ONLY if the issue is sensitive and cannot be discussed with a TA, such as
if the issue concerns a grade on an assignment or test. For general course questions or
administrative concerns, contact the TAs first, then the professor only if you do not get a
resolution or adequate response to your questions.

Teaching Assistants (TAs)

Office Location: Academic Success Suite – Heavener Hall
E-mail: Send emails to [email protected]– the professor and TAs do not monitor the
mail function on the Canvas course site!) General questions can be directed to any
of the TAs. Specific grading questions should be addressed to your Assigned TA.

Required Materials
Access to Connect via MH Campus
Textbook Information: Management: A Practical Introduction, Kinicki & Williams, 7th Edition

You must purchase a custom course pack. The course pack contains access to Connect, the Smartbook
application, and an ebook. To purchase this course pack you have 3 options. Option 1 is to use Opt-In Process
This is the least expensive method. Please click on this link (Links to an external site.) or under the
Getting Starting Button and complete the steps. Option 2 is to purchase the assess code directly from
McGraw Hill. The MH Connect button is located on the Modules page in Canvas. Option 3 is to purchase this
via the Florida Book Store.

Please note: By default the cutoff date (last day for students to Opt-In with the reduced price) is usually 2 weeks
after the semester starts.

Supplemental materials available on the course website:

• PowerPoints to accompany the lectures

• Supplemental video clips (clips used in lecture)

Accessing Course Website

Go to: http://elearning.ufl.edu (Select the blue Canvas login button)
1. Log in to the website using your GatorLink user name and password.
2. Choose MAN 3025 from the list of available course tabs and links.

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NOTE: Only students officially registered for this course will be allowed website access. If you are still denied
access, contact the UF Help Desk at 352-392-HELP (4357), or go to their website at http://helpdesk.ufl.edu/

Student Responsibilities

1. PLEASE read this entire syllabus fully and carefully to ensure that you understand all policies within it. If
you have questions, please let me know. If questions arise during the semester, please consult the syllabus first
before contacting me or a TA—chances are, the answer is in this document.
2. View the Course Introduction videos particularly the course mechanics. These videos will outline the
expectations for this class in terms of key deliverables.
3. View class regularly. Not only do classes, homework, and exams cover materials not in the book, but
attending/viewing class regularly will greatly enhance your mastery of the material.
4. Complete all assignments on time. This includes readings, assessments, and exams.
5. Ask for help if you need it. If you are struggling with any material, be sure to contact the TAs or the professor.

Purpose of this Course

This course is designed to give you a broad overview of the subject of management and provide you with
information about yourself and others that will help you not only become a better manager, but also a better team
member. The objective of the course is to expose you to the theories and principles that are important for
successfully managing organizations and people. You will be introduced to a variety of concepts, quizzes, tools,
and techniques that are important for understanding the changing business environment; elements of strategic
planning; methods of organizing including recruiting, selecting, training and developing; techniques for leading
individuals and teams; and procedures for controlling resources to improve productivity and results.

Student Learning Outcomes

The objective of this course is for each student to be able to know, comprehend, apply, analyze, synthesize and
evaluate the basic principles of the fundamentals of managing organizations. Students will complete specific
activities, as identified in the syllabus, related to each of the four functions of management: planning, organizing,
leading and controlling.

At the close of the semester, student will:

• Be prepared for further study in the area of management;
• Be able to identify and apply appropriate management techniques for managing contemporary
organizations; and
• Have an understanding of the skills, abilities, and tools needed to obtain a job on a management track in
an organization of their choice.

The material covered will be relevant to you, regardless of your career objectives. In all likelihood, you will either
be a manager or work with one in any occupation you choose. In the final analysis, we are all managers of our
own lives and can benefit by studying to be better managers.

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Course Requirements

You will be utilizing Connect for the majority of your coursework for this class. Connect contains the ebook with
the Smartbook application. You will also be taking online assessments and utilizing (optional) the LearnSmart
study modules. Access is through the Assignments page in Canvas.

There is a dedicated service line available to you if you have any questions regarding Connect. The number is 1-
800-331-5094. You may also access the Customer Experience Group online at http://mpss.mhhe.com/. They are
available via email as well as interactive chat. YOU WILL NEED TO DIRECT ALL TECHNICAL CONCERNS
TO THE CUSTOMER EXPERIENCE GROUP – NO EXCEPTIONS. You will receive a case number for all
inquiries that you will need to maintain if you need to follow up further.

Course Evaluation

1. Getting Started Quiz 7 pts

a. Course Mechanics Quiz 7 points

2. Chapter mastery 150 pts.

a. Online, open book assessments (3)
i. Assessment 1 50 pts
ii. Assessment 2 50 pts
iii. Assessment 3 50 pts
2. Proctored exams 693 pts.
a. 3 Non-cumulative exams
i. Exam 1 231 pts
ii. Exam 2 231 pts
ii. Exam 3 231 pts
3. Group Project Participation 150 pts.
a. Group Individual Assignment 10 pts
b. Group Bylaws Assignment 20 pts
b. Midterm Peer Evaluation 10 pts
c. 3 Project Deliverables - 90 pts.
d. Final Peer Evaluation 20 pts

TOTAL 1000 pts.

Extra credit opportunities available capped at 30 pts.

(See the Course Requirement section for details)

1. Getting Started Quiz

Getting Started Quiz

The getting started quiz highlights the key information you must know about the course mechanics. This quiz is
worth 7 points and is due 1/13 by 11:59 pm.

2. Chapter mastery

Online Assessments

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A key takeaway from this class is the actual application of the theories to modern issues facing a firm in today’s
environment. The chapter assessments are designed to cement your understanding of the chapter’s core concepts.
Each quiz asks you to demonstrate your mastery of the subject by asking you to apply your knowledge when
analyzing a given business situation. The format of each quiz may include drop down or multiple choice questions
based on material covered in both the lectures and the chapters. These assessments are designed to be a mixture of
definition, understanding and application based questions. As such, they may include the use of either a video or
written mini-case scenarios. Each assessment is open book/open note and must be completed by the due date
indicated in the course schedule.

There are 3 assessments over the course of the semester.

1. Assessment #1, due 1/18 by 11:59 pm, covers chapters 1 & 13 and is worth 50 points
2. Assessment #2, due 2/17 by 11:59 pm, covers chapters 5 & 7 and is worth 50 points.
3. Assessment #3, due 3/31 11:59 pm, covers chapters 11 & 15 and is worth 50 points.

Each student will have a maximum of 2 tries for each assessment. Each assessment will be open for at least a
week. Please note: I strongly advise against leaving the assessment until the last minute. If the system goes down
5 minutes before the due date/time, that is your responsibility. If you have a scheduling conflict that occurs at the
last minute and you cannot complete the assignment, it is your responsibility. The assignments are open and
available for you to work on for at least a week. Take advantage of that time and use it wisely. There are no
makeups allowed for assessment assignments, no exceptions. If you experience a technical problem while/after
completing assessment, the TAs and I CANNOT HELP YOU. This is not because we don’t want to help you,
but because we do not have the capability to do so. Contact McGraw-Hill’s technical assistance at 1-800-331-
5094 or using their website.

**Important note:**

It is your responsibility to check MH Campus Connect’s student performance to ensure that your assessment
grades have been accepted. Keep in mind that McGraw-Hill holds regular business hours. If you run into
technical difficulties at the last minute, you will still need to document these issues with McGraw-Hill so it can be
resolved.

3. Proctored exams

There are three noncumulative exams. All three tests are closed book, multiple-choice proctored exams.
Note: If material is in the assigned chapter, in the videos, or in the lectures, it is fair game,
so it may be on the test. Just because I don’t mention something from the chapter in class
does not mean it may not appear on the exam.

• Exam 1 on Wednesday 2/1 will cover chapters 1-4, chapter 13

• Exam 2 on Wednesday 3/15 will cover chapters 5-10
• Exam 3 on Monday 4/17 will cover chapters 11, 12, 14, 15, 16 plus lecture on Global Manager
** Please note if you are an abroad student, these dates may be different. See below .**

Text material – You are responsible for the material in the text including material not covered in class. Test
questions may come directly from the text, or the class lectures, or some combination thereof. Try to keep up with
the reading since it makes class lectures easier to understand and the tests easier to prepare for.

Lecture material – The objective of the class lectures is to expand on the text material through examples,
quizzes, and sometimes guest speakers, and videos as time allows. The lectures are also available over the internet
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within a few hours after class. Again, some test questions may come directly from lecture material, including
material not in the text. It is very difficult to do well in this class if you do not keep up with the lecture material
AND the text material. DO NOT rely solely on the course PowerPoints for all of the information. There may be
questions taken from material only discussed during lectures (and not on these PowerPoints).

Exam procedures

There are three noncumulative exams. All three tests are closed book, multiple-choice proctored exams.
Note: If material is in the assigned chapter, in the videos, or in the lectures, it is fair game,
so it may be on the test. Just because I don’t mention something from the chapter in class
does not mean it may not appear on the exam.

Text material – You are responsible for the material in the text including material not covered in class. Test
questions may come directly from the text, or the class lectures, or some combination thereof. Try to keep up with
the reading since it makes class lectures easier to understand and the tests easier to prepare for.

Lecture material – The objective of the class lectures is to expand on the text material through examples,
quizzes, and sometimes guest speakers, and videos as time allows. The lectures are also available over the internet
within a few hours after class. Again, some test questions may come directly from lecture material, including
material not in the text. It is very difficult to do well in this class if you do not keep up with the lecture material
AND the text material. DO NOT rely solely on the course PowerPoints for all of the information. There may be
questions taken from material only discussed during lectures (and not on these PowerPoints).

On-Campus Students (EP Sections)

***Failure to follow these policies may result in a lowered exam grade.***
• Exams take place during Periods E2 and E3
• Due to the size of the class, the exam is taken in multiple rooms at the same time. Follow instructions
posted on Canvas carefully because you will be assigned to a specific room.
o Failure to go to the correct room can result in a 10 point penalty on that night’s exam.
• If you arrive late, you will not be given extra time to finish the exam.
o If you arrive late and a student has already finished the exam, you will NOT be allowed to take
the exam.
• Read the front page of the test in its entirety for exam instructions.
o Failure to complete the instructions properly can result in a 5 point penalty.
• Bring a # 2 pencil, eraser and your UF ID or valid driver’s to the exam

Study Abroad Students

The date and times of study abroad exams are DIFFERENT than for on-campus exams and online program
exams. Students should check their respective program websites or pre-departure guides for dates/times/locations:

UF in Madrid: https://site.warrington.ufl.edu/madrid/
UF in Rome: https://site.warrington.ufl.edu/rome/
UF in London: https://site.warrington.ufl.edu/london/
UF in Paris: https://site.warrington.ufl.edu/paris/
UF in Dublin: https://site.warrington.ufl.edu/dublin/

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Posting and Review of Exam Scores and Exam Questions:
Please note that it can take a week or more for all the test administrations to be completed (including the various
study abroad and other offsite programs). Test scores and answer keys are NOT posted until all of these
administrations are complete and graded. Your patience with this process is appreciated. Please do NOT email to
ask when test grades and answer keys will be released. An announcement will be made in class and posted to the
class site when these items are released. We make every effort to post these as soon as possible, while still
maintaining the integrity of the examination process for all students in the course. Students have TWO WEEKS
(from the date the answer keys are released) to review your exams. After this window, the keys will no longer be
visible. You will need to talk to a TA to review your exam.

Makeup exam procedure

You must have my permission BEFORE missing any exams to be able to take the makeup exam, with two
exceptions noted below.

Advance notice may not be required if:

• You have a doctor’s note stating that you were physically unable to take the exam. (For the note to say
that you saw a doctor on the day of the exam is not enough. The doctor should specify that you were
physically unable to attend.)
• You have an equally valid and documented emergency (e.g., death in the immediate family) to be
discussed on a case-by-case basis.
o Being delayed by travel plans is not an acceptable emergency.

NOTE: You MUST contact me within 24 hours of unexpectedly missing an exam to be able to make it up.

The makeup exam is NOT allowed if:

• You have vacation/family plans.
• You have non-academic activities that interfere with the exam.
• You have another exam on the same day, but not at the same time.

Makeup Exam
Please note that while the make-up exam is cumulative, it only replaces the missed exam. You still must take the
other regularly scheduled exam. For example, if you miss exam 1, you still need to take Exam 2 even if you are
taking the cumulative make-up to replace your missing exam grade.

You may request advance permission to take the makeup exam if:
• You have another class with an exam at the same date/time that cannot be moved. According to university rules,
assembly exams take precedence over class exams, regardless of the course number. If another assembly class has
a lower number than 3373, this course takes precedence, and the other exam must be moved.

It is 100% your responsibility to check your schedule BY THE END OF DROP/ADD, May 11 at 11:59 p.m.,
for conflicts and discuss them with me by that time. In other words, if you explain to me AFTER drop/add or
AFTER missing Exams 1 or 2 that you were at a UF event or other exam, then you will not be allowed to take the
makeup.

UF exam policies

Please visit: https://catalog.ufl.edu/ugrad/current/regulations/info/exams.aspx for information.

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4. Group Project

This set of deliverables is worth 150 points or 15% of your grade and consists of four group assignments and
three individual assignments.

Group Deliverables

Each group will consist of 6 students. The caveat to this is if there is an uneven number of students in the class.
Students have until the end of the add/drop period (1/11) to self-select their team members. On 1/11, all
unassigned students will be randomly placed in groups.

Group Assignment # 1 consists of 2 individual preparatory assignments and 1 group deliverable. The first
preparatory assignment entails each student take a self-assessment on team roles. The link to this assessment is
embedded into Canvas. The second preparatory assignment is a Manager’s (MGR) Hot Seat Case video and quiz.
This assignment is located in Connect. The Group deliverable for this assignment is the set of bylaws adopted by
your group in order to ensure that your group will effectively tackle the remaining group deliverables. The
expectation for this deliverable is a 1 to 2 page document outlining the group bylaws. These bylaws should
outline the expectations and processes of all your group functions. It will be used to remove non- performing
members in the case of non-compliance.

The remaining three deliverables are case analysis assignments. The class is broken down into 5 Modules. The
case analysis assignments involve applying concepts discussed during the first 4 modules to a firm suffering
ongoing difficulties. We will be using this case to illustrate how the key concepts we discuss in class impact
companies in the “real” world and it impacts the economic performance of said companies. The assignments are
designed to give you the opportunity to apply the theory discussed in the book to an actual company and by the
end come up with recommendations on how it can improve its competitive positioning.

Your analysis should briefly summarize the current situation then focus on analyzing the facts contained in the
case in order to address the case discussion questions outlined below. You should write this report as if you are a
consultant reporting to a superior. You should assume that this person is familiar with the case situation,
therefore, she/he will be bored if your analysis simply describes the facts provided in the case. Focus on your
analysis and try to avoid making vague statements and suggestions such as “we need to be more competitive”.
Make solid, actionable recommendations. In order to get paid (in this case a good grade), you do not want to
repeat information that the client always knows. However, you do want to present a compelling argument to
support any conclusions you are presenting in the paper.

Group Assignments #2 through 4 are

Group Assignment #2 (Module 1) (IBM)

Case Discussion Questions:
1. What are the key managerial challenges facing Virginia Rometty and IBM?
2. Who are IBM main stakeholders? What role do they play in determining IBM’s future plans?
3. How has globalization impacted IBM’s competitive position?

Group Assignment #3 (Module 2) (GM)

Case Discussion Questions:
1. Perform a SWOT Analysis. Based on your SWOT analysis, what is GM’s competitive positioning? .
2. Conduct a 5 forces Analysis. Explain how GM’s strategy mitigates each one of these competitive pressure.
3. Does GM have a sustainable competitive advantage in the US market? In the global market?

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Group Assignment # 4 (Module 3) (GE)
Case Discussion Questions:
1. As a leader, has Immelt made the right decisions?
2. Evaluate Immelt’s leadership during this period of transformation. When addressing this question, make sure
to discuss the roles (see chapter 1 and chapter 10) managers’ play in sparking motivation, inspiring confidence
and influencing behavior..
3. Which leadership theory should Immelt use to ensure GE’s future success? What does he need to do to be
effective leader? Please draw on the model to explain what it will take for Immelt to be an effective leader going
forward.

The format of the deliverable is:

1. Maximum length is three pages, typed and single-spaced, excluding the title page and any appropriate
appendices
2. On the title page, include a 1 paragraph executive summary ( less than 200 words)

The rubric for grading the homework can be found in Canvas as part of the assignment.

Individual Deliverables

The two individual assignments are peer evaluations. There will be two evaluation conducted over the course of
the semester. Each student must complete an evaluation of each team member using the spreadsheet provided on
Canvas. This spreadsheet has you to evaluated teammates contribution to the group projects. An example of this
table is illustrated below.

Team Answers Reliability in Contributions of Respect for Knowledge of

Member’s Communication making ideas to the other opinions assignment
Name in Timely deadlines group ( 0 to 2 pts) requirements
Manner ( 0 to 2 pts) ( 0 to 2 pts) and his/her role
( 0 to 2 pts) in group ( 0 to 2
pts)
Thor 1 2 1 1 1

Captain 2 2 2 2 2
America
Iron Man 2 1.5 2 .5 2
Hulk 0 1 2 0 1
Hawkeye 2 1.5 .5 2 2
Black Widow 2 2 1.5 2 2
Explanation Scoring comments here

Individual participation in the group project will be evaluated by your peers. As a self-managed team, the group
is expected to handle group conflict internally, however, the group can elect to eject non-contributing members
out of the group after Group Assignment #2. The procedure for ejecting non-contributing group members is as
follows:
1. Document non-compliance with the Group Bylaws
2. Reach out to your assigned TA with your request. This request must contain documentation and be
copied to all group members. Please use the Group Homepage for correspondence to the TA.
3. Either the TA or the Professor will notify all group members of the outcome of this process.

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5. Extra credit

Throughout the semester, there will be opportunities to earn extra credit points. Students can earn extra credit
points through Lab/Online Studies, LearnSmart study modules for each chapter, and topical discussions. There is
a 30 point cap on the amount of extra credit that will be added into your grade.

Lab/online studies

All extra credit opportunities will be posted at www.gatormgt.com. Be aware that not all studies have unlimited
available spots. Some studies may have a close date but will close as soon as the maximum number is reached. I
have nothing to do with the studies. If you have questions about the studies please direct them to the individual
study sponsors. You will have the opportunity to participate in 10 points of lab/online studies over the course of
the semester. Each point earned by participating in the lab/onlines studies will convert to 3 points when added to
your Canvas gradebook.

It is YOUR responsibility to manage your extra credit points. Getting the points is contingent on honest
participation in the study. If the study sponsors have reason to believe a student participated in a study but were
not engaged and did not answer honestly (responded with all C's, for example), the student will not get credit for
the study. In addition, you may not be eligible for future extra credit studies. Furthermore, if you sign up for a
study and neglect to show up on time, you will be blacklisted for the remainder of the semester.

NOTE: Gatormgt points will NOT appear automatically in the gradebook. After Gatormgt is closed to
participation, you will receive an email advising you to check the number of points you have earned. If you
believe you are due points but they are not there, you must contact the sponsors of missing studies (not Professor
Archambeau). You will have 48 hours to verify your points. Once this period is over, the website administrator
will forward the points to me. Once I have received this information, I will post it in your gradebook. You will
know when the points are posted when you see a “Points Posted” notice on the course website in the
“Announcements” section.

Finally, these opportunities will open and close during the course of the semester. Do not expect to be able to
earn all of these points during the last 2 to 4 weeks of the semester.

LearnSmart study modules

LearnSmart is an adaptive learning technology that can help you assess your progress in mastering the principles
of management. It allows you to pinpoint your knowledge gaps and provides practice questions based on the
learning objectives from each chapter. A LearnSmart study module has been assigned for each chapter. To receive
credit, the module(s) must be completed by the end of the day the assessment or exam covering the assigned
material is due. Each completed chapter is worth 1 extra credit point and will appear in your gradebook upon
completion.

Topical discussions

In addition to survey research response options, there are opportunities for you to gain extra credit via online
discussion board responses. These open-ended discussion board topics will help expand upon course discussions,
help you think about key topics, and enhance your management learning experience overall. The purpose of these
discussion board topics is to broaden our understanding of these issues by further exploring how organizations are
dealing with these issues. The mechanics for completing this extra credit opportunity are as follow. Find a current
article based on the discussion topic. For example, for Strategic Management Topic, I found in interesting article

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detailing Dell, Inc.’s change in strategy. Once you have found an article, you must complete a post on the
discussion based on the requirements outlined in the following paragraph.

Each post must contain the following segments: current practice or trend, theory to practice and key takeaway.
The first segment, current practice or trend, should summarize the key points of the article. The second segment,
theory into practice, must analyze the article using concepts discussed in class. The third segment, key takeaway,
needs to highlight how your article expands or supplements the topic under discussion. The word count of your
post must be between 300 and 500 words. The one caveat is that each post must be an original article. This
means you need to read the already posted discussions prior to submitting your post.

The expectation is that you will spend roughly 30 to 45 minutes on your response to the posted extra credit
discussion topics in order to earn 2 extra credit points. You will receive 2 extra credit points per discussion topic.
Once graded these points will appear in your grade book.

Discussion Topic (DT) Closes (@ 11:59 pm)

Groups and Teams 1/18
Strategic Management 2/22
Org Culture or Structure 2/26
Strategic Human Resources 3/5
Organization Change/Innovation 3/19
Communication 3/26
Motivating Employees 3/29
Leadership 4/2
Global Manager 4/9

Course assistance

Given the size of this class, the workload for personal assistance is divided between the teaching assistants and the
professor. The TAs are always available during their office hours to clarify concepts discussed during class and
answer general administrative questions. Below are some common areas for which you may have questions and
the procedures for you to follow:

Grading questions: All questions about the grading of exams are handled by the teaching assistants. If
you have a question about your test grade, you must contact a TA within two business weeks of the
release of scores and keys for the exam in question.

Course site problems: If you are having a problem accessing the E-Learning or Canvas course site, you
need to contact the E-learning support team at (352)392-HELP. If you are having difficulty with video
lectures, you need to contact them as well.

Course standards

Professional level writing and communication are critical skills in the business world. This standard should be
displayed in all assignments for this class. All communications, both to the Professor and student colleagues
should be kept professional, including Discussion posts and email correspondence. All email must include your
section number in the subject of the email.

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Grading scale

The following scale will be used to determine your final grade:

Grade Total points Grade Total points

A 930 and above C 766.6 to 730.0
A- 929.9 to 900.0 C- 729.9 to 700.0
B+ 899.9 to 866.7 D+ 699.9 to 666.7
B 866.6 to 830.0 D 666.6 to 630.0
B- 829.9 to 800.0 D- 629.9 to 600.0
C+ 799.9 to 766.7 E 599.9 and below

UF Policies

Accommodating Students with Disabilities

Students requesting accommodation for disabilities must first register with the Dean of Students Office
(http://www.dso.ufl.edu/drc/). The Dean of Students Office will provide documentation to the student who must
then provide this documentation to the instructor when requesting accommodation. You must submit this
documentation prior to submitting assignments or taking the assessments or exams. Accommodations are not
retroactive, therefore, students should contact the office as soon as possible in the term for which they are seeking
accommodations.

Academic honesty

It is expected that you will neither participate in nor condone activities such as cheating or plagiarism. By placing
your names on assignments, you are affirming that the contents are your original work.

Student Honor Code: In adopting this Honor Code, the students of the University of Florida recognize that
academic honesty and integrity are fundamental values of the University community. Students who enroll at the
University commit to holding themselves and their peers to the high standard of honor required by the Honor
Code. Any individual who becomes aware of a violation of the Honor Code is bound by honor to take corrective
action. A student-run Honor Court and faculty support are crucial to the success of the Honor Code. The quality
of a University of Florida education is dependent upon the community acceptance and enforcement of the Honor
Code.

Academic Honesty Guidelines: The academic community of students and faculty at the University of Florida
strives to develop, sustain and protect an environment of honesty, trust and respect. Students are expected to
pursue knowledge with integrity. Exhibiting honesty in academic pursuits and reporting violations of the
Academic Honesty Guidelines will encourage others to act with integrity. Violations of the Academic Honesty
Guidelines shall result in judicial action and a student being subject to the sanctions in paragraph XI of the
Student Conduct Code. For more information on which conduct constitutes a violation of the Academic Honesty
Guidelines (University of Florida Rule 6C1- 4.017), see http://regulations.ufl.edu/chapter4/4017.pdf.

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Academic misconduct

Academic honesty and integrity are fundamental values of the University community. Students should be sure
that they understand the UF Student Honor Code at http://www.dso.ufl.edu/students.php.

Communication courtesy

All members of the class are expected to follow rules of common courtesy in all email messages, threaded
discussions and chats. http://teach.ufl.edu/docs/NetiquetteGuideforOnlineCourses.pdf

Other resources

Student Mental Health: Students may lead very demanding lives as they struggle with the developmental tasks of
physical maturation, interpersonal relationships, and occupational preparation. Even a mild impairment in
psychological functioning can result in significant disruption of a student's ability to learn effectively and relate
appropriately. Student Mental Health Services (SMHS) of the University of Florida, a division of the Student
HealthCare Center, is dedicated to assisting students toward successful completion of educational programs
through enhancing and maintaining their psychological and emotional well-being, providing support in situational
crises, and treating them when functioning is impaired by stress or psychiatric disorders. SMHS is located in
Room 245 of the Infirmary, and available by telephone to (352) 392-1171. Hours are Monday through Friday 8
am – 4:30 pm. All services are confidential.

Should you have issues with your experience in this course that cannot be resolved with the instructor,
department, or program, please visit http://www.distance.ufl.edu/student-complaints.

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 COURSE PROGRAM
DAY DATE LECTURE TOPICS ASSIGNMENTS
W 1/4 Introduction to the Course Read Syllabus,
Course Mechanics
M 1/9 The Exceptional Manager Read Chapter 1

W 1/11 Groups & Teams Read Chapter 13

F 1/13 Getting Started Quiz
M 1/16 Martin Luther King Day - NO CLASS
W 1/18 Management Theory Read Chapter 2
Extra Credit Discussion Topic
Due: Chapter 13

W 1/18 Assessment #1- Due by 11:59 PM:

Chapters 1 & 13
Extra Credit: LearnSmart Modules
Due
S 1/22 Group Assignment #1
M 1/23 The Environment of Management Read Chapter 3

W 1/25 Global Management Read Chapter 4

M 1/30 Review for Exam #1 Note: This exam covers chapters

1, 2, 3, 4
W 2/1 EXAM - # 1 Note: This exam covers chapters
Study Abroad Students: Check your 1, 2, 3, 4, 13
Schedules!!
Extra Credit: LearnSmart Modules
Chapters 2, 3 & 4 Due

M 2/6 Planning: The Foundation of Successful Read Chapter 5

Management

W 2/8 Individual & Group Decision Making Read Chapter 7

S 2/12 Group Assignment #2 Due by

11:59 pm
Midterm Peer Evaluation Due by
11:59 pm

M 2/13 Strategic Management Read Chapter 6

W 2/15 Strategic Management (Continued) Read Chapter 6

F 2/17 Assessment # 2 Due by 11:59 pm Chapters 5 & 7

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 Extra Credit: LearnSmart Modules
Due
M 2/20 Organizational Culture, Structure and Read Chapter 8
Design
W 2/22 Organizational Culture, Structure and Extra Credit Discussion Topic
Design Due: Chapter 6
S 2/26 Extra Credit Discussion Topic
Due: Chapter 8
M 2/27 Human Resources Management Read Chapter 9

W 3/1 Organizational Change & Innovation Read Chapter 10

S 3/5 Group Assignment #3
Extra Credit Discussion Topic
Due:Chapter 9
SPRING BREAK
M 3/13 Review for EXAM 2
W 3/15 Exam #2 No Regular Class Meeting
Study Abroad Students: Check your
Schedules!! Note: This exam covers chapters:
5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10
Extra Credit: LearnSmart Modules
(Chapters 8, 9,10) Due
S 3/19 Extra Credit Discussion Topic
Due: Chapter 10

M 3/20 Interpersonal & Organizational Read Chapter 15

Communication
W 3/22 Managing Individual Differences & Read Chapter 11
Behavior

S 3/26 Extra Credit Discussion Topic

Due: Chapter 15
M 3/27 Motivating Employees Read Chapter 12

W 3/29 Power, Influence & Leadership Read Chapter 14

Extra Credit Discussion Topic
Due: Chapter 12
F 3/31 Assessment # 3 Due by 11:59 pm Chapters 11 &15
Extra Credit: LearnSmart Modules
Due
S 4/2 Extra Credit Discussion Topic
Due: Chapter 14
M 4/3 Control Systems & Quality Management Read Chapter 16
W 4/5 Special Topic: Global Manager Read Chapter 4 Section 4.5
S 4/9 Group Assignment #4
Final Peer Evaluation
Extra Credit Discussion Topic
Due: Global Manager
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M 4/10 Special Topic: Negotiations
W 4/12 Course Wrap-Up
S 4/16 Extra Credit Discussion Topic
Due: Global Manager
M 4/17 Review for EXAM 3
W 4/19 Exam #3 No Regular Class Meeting Date
Study Abroad Students: Check your Note: This exam covers chapters
Schedules!! 11, 12, 14, 15, 16 and Section 4.5
(Global Manager Lecture)
Extra Credit: LearnSmart Modules
Due (Chapters 12,14, 16)
M 11/28 Course Wrap-Up & Final Course
Mechanics

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