o           Academic General Education Course (from ACGM but not in NCTC Core)

o        Academic NCTC Core Curriculum Course

X         WECM Course

 

Students are expected to follow all rules and regulations found in the student handbook and published online.

 

Scholastic dishonesty shall include, but is not limited to cheating, plagiarism, academic falsification, intellectual property dishonesty, academic dishonesty facilitation and collusion.  Faculty members may document and bring charges against a student who is engaged in or is suspected to be engaged in academic dishonesty.  See Student Handbook, “Student Rights & Responsibilities: Student Conduct.”

CAPSTONE COURSE:

The capstone for the Business Management Certificate is BUSG 2300 – Business Leadership Applications..

The capstone requirement for the Business Management AAS Degree is BUSG 2380 – Cooperative Education General Business. It should be taken the last semester before graduation. This course may not be substituted.

 

QUESTIONS, CONCERNS, or COMPLAINTS

Name of Chair/Coordinator:	Dr. Cherly Furdge
Office Location:	Corinth Campus
Telephone Number:	940-498-6238
E-mail Address:	cfurdge@nctc.edu
Name of Instructional Dean:	Debbie Huffman
Office Location:	Gainesville Campus
Telephone Number:	940-668-3357
E-mail Address:	dhuffman@nctc.edu

Orientation

You are required to complete an orientation quiz.  Completing the orientation quiz ensures that you have read the syllabus and fully understands everything that is required of you.  Upon completing the quiz, you will receive up to 5 extra credit points. Before sending an email asking a question, please read your syllabus.

 

Assignments Location

All assignments are located under module.  You must click on module to see instructions and all assignments.  Do not depend on the to-do-list or calendar to let you know what is due.  It is vital to always go into your weekly modules along with reading your class calendar.  If you are confused about any assignments, contact the instructor for more clarity. 

 

Respondus Lockdown

You must download the Respondus lock down browser in order to access the exams.  All exams  are protected by this browser.  If you have problems downloading the browser, please contact Canvas support or IT support immediately. There is a tutorial video in Respondus that will help you navigate this program successfully.

 

Instructor’s Availability

The online environment can be a little confusing and many of you may feel that because the class is online and is available 24/7, the instructor is also available 24/7. I am usually in the office every day.  Please adhere to the office hours above. 

 

Online Office hours

If you would like to have an online meeting with me, you can do so via the chat or conference area in Canvas.  The chat and conference rooms can be accessed by clicking on the links labeled “chat” or “conference” on the left side of the course page under module.  If you need a private online conference or chat you will need to schedule it with me by sending an email or calling.  If you are having issues understanding the reading assignments, please feel free to schedule a time to meet with me

 

Technology

It is your responsibility to have access to a reliable computer and internet connection for online courses. Free WIFI is available at many public locations and from all campus parking lots.  I cannot help with technical issues nor can I help if your network stalls.  These are all technical issues.  I can only help if the exam or quiz is not available when it should be.  

 

Contacting the Instructor

You may contact the instructor via email.  Please use the CANVAS email to ask general questions.  I do teach other classes; therefore, please include your name and the class you are enrolled in.  If you are enrolled in more than one of my classes, please text the title of the class you are inquiring about.

 

Emails

I will respond to all emails within 24 hours.  The only exception would be on the weekend and/or holiday but even then, I will make every effort to respond within 24 hours. 

 

Emails must be sent through Canvas. You should not email me from your personal email.  I will not respond to emails sent from your personal email account.  Please use Canvas email for class questions.  I will not answer questions about your grade via email.  If you would like to discuss your grade, please schedule a time to come meet with me.

 

Make-up work and late assignments

In order to be fair to all students, I do not accept late work except for documented illnesses family emergencies.  You have 7 days to complete assignments.  Please take advantage of the time you have.  If you have a problem uploading an assignment and choose to email it to me, it must be time stamped before 11:59 p.m. on Sunday or whenever the due date is.  All assignments are important so please do not discount them. 

 

Extra Credit

Extra credit will be given at the instructor’s discretion.  There are extra credit assignments posted in a Canvas module. Students may complete extra credit assignments at any time up to the deadline/due date. Please do not send a request asking for more extra credit. I will send an email to the class when an extra credit assignment is offered, other than the ones in this syllabus.  It is very important that you complete and be successful on your required assignments and not depend on extra credit.  Students who complete all assignments are highly likely to be successful in the class.

 

Lectures and readings

It is your responsibility to read the chapters and take notes.  Do not depend solely on the posted notes and the Power Point presentations.  Use the Power Points as a guide.  The power point lectures are located in each module.  YOU WILL NEED YOUR BOOK.  The exams and quizzes will not only come from the PowerPoint presentations, lectures but also from the entire chapter.  Please take advantage of the tools in the Student Resources section of each Canvas module.

 

Assignments

The instructor reserves the right to change group assignments, group members, course assignments, grading policies, and assignment schedules at any time. Assignments will be posted in the appropriate module in Canvas.  It is the student’s responsibility to check on a regular basis the course content in Canvas.  

 

Students are responsible for keeping track of their own grades.  Grades for each of the assignments and exams will be posted in Canvas.  If you believe the grade posted is in error, please contact your instructor immediately.

 

Instructions for all assignments

 

Grading Turn-Around Time

Most CONNECT assignments will be graded atomically; however, there are some that will take a little more time.   Your paper and project will be graded be within 1 week.  I will send an email when all grades are posted.

 

Chapter Quizzes – 20% of Grade

Each of the sixteen (1) chapters will have a quiz assigned.  The quizzes are designed to demonstrate mastery of the chapter material.  These assignments have two attempts for multiple choice questions and some short answer questions.  The points available for each of these assignments varies. These assignments are auto graded with the exception of essay questions which will be graded manually by the instructor. The lowest scoring qui will be dropped at the end of the semester.

Case Studies – 20% of Grade

There will be a case study associated with most chapters. There is a total of 14 case studies. The case studies are designed to show application of the chapter concept and understanding of terminology. Each of these case studies will discuss a hypothetical that needs to be approached and analyzed by the student using the chapter’s concepts and terminology.  If a solution is asked for, the solution must be feasible and practical.  This means that the solution should be something that most companies/managers would be able to do.  For example, you cannot solve a business global communication problem by saying the company will just launch a satellite.  While this could be a solution, it is not a solution that would be common place.  The lowest scoring case study will be dropped at the end of the semester.

 

Answer all the assignment prompts within the case study WORD document. Use complete sentences – do not simply insert bullet points. I will grade on content, grammar, spelling and timeliness.

 

 

Rubric for Case Studies:

 

Criteria	Exceeds Expectation	Meets Expectation	Needs Improvement	Does Not Meet Expectation
Brief Summary of Case & Identification of the main issue(s) and/or problems.  (0-3 pts)	Includes a comprehensive but concise summary of the case study background. Insightful and thorough analysis of all the key concepts.	Includes a brief summary of the case study which covers a majority of the important concepts and background of the case study. Insightful and thorough analysis of most of the key concepts.	Includes a brief summary of the case study which superficially covers the important concepts and background of the case study or misses some of the key concepts or critical background information. Insightful and thorough analysis of some of the key concepts.	Does not include a brief summary of the case study.
Observations and/or recommendations on effective solutions and answers to discussion prompts. (0 – 12 pts)	Well-reasoned, logical, relevant observations and recommendations on effective solutions to most of the problems/issues. Answers all question prompts thoroughly with thoughtful application of chapter concepts.	Solid, well thought out observations and recommendations on effective solutions to many of the problems/issues. Answers many of the question prompts thoroughly with thoughtful application of chapter concepts. Some are left out or lack detail.	Shallow observations and recommendations on effective solutions to some of the problems/issues. Answers some question of the prompts thoroughly with thoughtful application of chapter concepts. A majority are left out or lack detail.	Superficial observations and recommendations on effective solutions to a few of the problems/issues. Answers few of the question prompts thoroughly with thoughtful application of chapter concepts. Some are left out or lack detail.
Writing Skills/ Professional Presentation. (0- 5 pts)	Writing is totally free of grammar and spelling errors.  Clear, concise and creative presentation of ideas and properly referenced.	There are few spelling or grammatical errors.  Most ideas are clearly presented and references are used if needed.	There are several spelling or grammatical errors.  Some ideas are clearly presented.  References are sporadic or not used when needed	There are many spelling errors and grammatical mistakes.  Ideas are hard to follow.  References are not used when needed.

 

Assessments & Skill Builder Exercises – 20% of Grade 

 

There are eleven (11) assessments in this class. Assessments are given to will help you understanding yourself as a potential leader and develop the behaviors, skills and styles needed to be successful. For this reason, be honest and intentional with these assessments. You will only get out of them what you put into them. There are no right or wrong answers.  

 

The grades for these will be based on the degree or depth of self-reflection, the application to the chapter concepts and application to future personal development. Each assessment results and self-refection will be written In a 1-2 page WORD document. Students should include a summary of the results of each assessment using the interpretation information from the chapter. Discuss your personal opinion on the level of accuracy of the assessment. What did you learn about yourself? How can you apply the results of these assessments to your current work, school and personal life? What implications do they have for you as a manager now and in the future? What were the positive takeaways and the areas for development? Make sure to use proper grammar, spelling and punctuation. 

 

Criteria	Grade Ratings
Brief Summary Brief Summary of Assessment & interpretation of results	Exceeds Expectations Includes a comprehensive but concise summary of the assessment results using textbook interpretation.	Meets Expectations Includes a brief summary of the assessment. Interpretation covers a majority of the important concepts	Needs Improvement Includes a brief summary of the case study which superficially covers the important concepts and interpretation of the assessment; or misses some of the key concepts or critical background information.	Does Not Meet Expectations Does not Include a summary of results or is inadequate.
Application of  Assessment to Personal  Future Leadership	Exceeds Expectations Well-reasoned, logical, relevant observations and self-reflections about assessment results. Discussed opinion on the level of accuracy of the assessment and applies the results of these assessments in a thoughtful manner. as well as implications for future leadership.	Meets Expectations Completes 4 of 5 required elements: Solid, logical, relevant observations and self-reflections about assessment results. Discussed opinion on the level of accuracy of the assessment and applies the results of these assessments in a thoughtful manner. as well as implications for future leadership.	Satisfactory Completes 3 of 5 required elements: Solid, logical, relevant observations and self-reflections about assessment results. Discussed opinion on the level of accuracy of the assessment and applies the results of these assessments in a thoughtful manner. as well as implications for future leadership.	Needs Improvement Completes 2 of 5 required elements: Solid, logical, relevant observations and self-reflections about assessment results. Discussed opinion on the level of accuracy of the assessment and applies the results of these assessments in a thoughtful manner. as well as implications for future leadership. Shallow observations and recommendations on A majority are left out, lack detail or not supported results.	Does Not Meet Expectations Completes 1 of 5 required elements: Solid, logical, relevant observations and self-reflections about assessment results. Discussed opinion on the level of accuracy of the assessment and applies the results of these assessments in a thoughtful manner. as well as implications for future leadership. Superficial observations on a majority are left out, lack detail or not supported results. Superficial observations and recommendations o. Answers very few of the question prompts thoroughly with thoughtful application of chapter concepts. Most are left out, lack detail or not supported by results.
Grammar & Mechanics	Exceeds Expectations Writing is generally free of grammar and spelling errors. Clear, concise and creative presentation of ideas and properly referenced.	Meets Expectations There are few spelling or grammatical errors. Most ideas are clearly presented and references are used if needed. Errors to not impact readability significantly.	Needs Improvement There are several spelling or grammatical errors. Some ideas are clearly presented. References are sporadic or not used when needed. Errors impact the readability.	Does Not Meet Expectations There are many spelling errors and grammatical mistakes. Ideas are hard to follow. References are not used when needed.

 

 

Leadership in the Movies – Semester Project (20% of Grade)

Each student will analyze a movie of their choice and make a presentation that explains how the movie exemplified leadership concepts. The paper should be a minimum of 4 pages (not counting title page and references page). It should be formatted as follows:

FORMATTING: Use Times Roman 12 pt typeface, with 1" margins, double spaced - but do NOT double-double space between paragraphs. Include the following components in the research paper: Cover page, Introduction, Body (organized with subheadings if appropriate), Reflection, References page.

 

Title Page: Title of Movie, Student Information, Section & Course Information

 

Introduction & Movie Summary: Provide a summary of the film. In your opinion, what was the film’s intention or message? What were the leadership theories exemplified in the movie? (1 -2 pages)

 

Analysis: Discuss the major characters in the movie that were in leadership roles. Describe the character traits you found being demonstrated by people in the film (both positive and negative) and provide specific examples of these qualities being depicted from the scenes in the movie. What was the leadership theory(s) the character(s) demonstrated?  Make sure you explain, in detail, how the theory is evident using specific movie content. Use the leadership terminology. What was the leadership outcome? (2 pages)

 

Reflection: Personally, reflect on the film. Does it inspire you to be a better leader? Why or why not? What are some ways you could apply specific lessons to your own life? Final tips: Discuss some key principles and provide examples. Always ask WHY and HOW. How does this relate to me and how can I apply these principles/lessons to my own life? Always include a leadership application. Think deeply. Speak with conviction and clarity. Be honest about yourself and how you can use these lessons to grow. (1 page)

 

Reference Page: Use APA Citation style.

 

FORMATTING: Use Times Roman 12 pt typeface, with 1" margins, double spaced - but do NOT double-double space between paragraphs. Include the following components in the research paper: Cover page, Introduction, Body (organized with subheadings if appropriate), Conclusion, References page.

 

GRAMMAR & MECHANICS: Use a direct style and third person narrative. Do NOT use any first-person pronouns in the paper. This should be a comprehensive and scholarly discussion of the topic. Proper grammar, spelling and punctuation, and citations are required.

 

Leadership in the Movies Rubric:

 

Criteria	Unsatisfactory	Acceptable	Satisfactory	Exemplary
Paper Focus: Introduction & Summary of Movie   20 Points Possible	Fails to identify a relevant leadership topic of the movie or is not clearly defined and/or the paper lacks focus throughout. 0-13 pts.	Inadequately summaries the movie or identifies a leadership topic but may be too broad in scope and/or the thesis is somewhat unclear and needs to be developed further. Focal point is not consistently maintained throughout the paper. 14-15 pts.	Somewhat summarizes the leadership movie and/or Identifies a relevant leadership topic and a thesis that provides adequate direction for the paper with some degree of interest for the reader. The thesis states the position, premise, or hypothesis, and is the focal point of the paper for the most part. 16-17 pts.	Fully summarizes the leadership movie and identifies a relevant leadership topic and a thesis that provides direction for the paper that is engaging and thought provoking, The thesis clearly and concisely states the position, premise, or hypothesis and is consistently the focal point throughout the paper. 18-20 pts.
Character Analysis   30 Points Possible	Demonstrates a lack of understanding and inadequate analysis of the application of the leadership theory(s) to movie characters. Analysis is superficial based on opinions and preferences rather than critical analysis and application of theories. Does not include scenes from the movie to support position. 0-22 pts	Demonstrates general understanding with limited application of the leadership theory(s) to movie characters. Analysis is superficial based on opinions and preferences rather than critical analysis and application of theories. Includes scenes from the movie to that do not totally support position. 21-23 pts	Demonstrates an understanding and some application of application of the leadership theory(s) to movie characters. Analysis is superficial based on opinions and preferences rather than critical analysis and application of theories. Includes scenes from the movie to that do not totally support position. but broader connections and/or implications are not as thoroughly explored.  24-26 pts	Demonstrates a sophisticated understanding and careful, critical analysis of application of the leadership theory(s) to movie characters. Analysis is superficial based on opinions and preferences rather than critical analysis and application of theories. Includes scenes from the movie to that totally support position., Draws original and thoughtful conclusions with future implications.  27-30 pts
Leadership Theory Analysis and Application to Movie   30 Points Possible	Lacks sufficient evidence to support the leadership theory(s) and/or, if included, sources are generally not relevant, accurate, or reliable.  Contains numerous factual mistakes, omissions, or oversimplifications. Sources, if included, are not properly used in the paper. 0-22 pts	Provides some evidence to support the leadership theory(s). Contains some factual mistakes, omissions, or oversimplifications. Some sources, if included, may not be relevant, accurate, and reliable and/or appropriately in the paper. 21-23 pts	Provides essential, accurate evidence to support the leadership theory(s). Theories are accurately applied and free from factual mistakes, omissions, or oversimplifications. with appropriate research sources applied to support the theory in the movie. 24-26 pts	Provides compelling and accurate evidence to support in-depth application of the leadership theory(s). Sources are included with appropriate research sources applied to support the application of the theory in the movie. 27-30 pts
Personal Reflection   10 Points Possible	Includes a personal reflection of the movie and applies to self in a superficial level. Lacks detailed discussion of inspiration. 0-6 pts	Includes a personal reflection of the movie and applies to self in a limited manner that demonstrates very little self-awareness or no discussion of inspiration points. 7 pts	Includes a personal reflection of the movie and applies to self in a somewhat meaningful and significant manner that demonstrates limited self-awareness. Some discussion of inspiration points. 8 pts	Includes a personal reflection of the movie and applies to self in a meaningful and significant manner that demonstrates self-awareness. Detailed, in-depth discussion of inspiration points. 9-10 pts
Writing Quality & Terminology   10 Points Possible	Paper shows a below average/poor writing style lacking in elements of appropriate standard English and following proper APA guidelines. Frequent errors in spelling, grammar, punctuation, spelling, usage, and/or formatting. Little or no use of leadership terminology.  0-6 pts	Paper shows an average and/or casual writing style using standard English and following APA guidelines. Some errors in spelling, grammar, punctuation, usage, and/or formatting. Some use of leadership terminology or incorrectly applied.   7 pts	Paper shows above average writing style and clarity in writing using standard English and following APA guidelines. Minor errors in grammar, punctuation, spelling, usage, and/or formatting. Used leadership terminology correctly throughout most of the paper. 8 pts.	Paper is well written and clear using APA guidelines and standard English characterized by elements of a strong writing style. Basically, free from grammar, punctuation, spelling, usage, or formatting errors.  Used leadership terminology consistently and correctly throughout. 9-10 pts

 

 

 

Discussion Forums – 20% of Grade

There will be 14 discussion forums. These are important assignments in an online class.  The initial post is due on Wednesday, two (2) reply posts are due on Friday, two (2) reply posts are due on Sunday before midnight. See the detailed requirements and rubric below.

 

DISCUSSION FORUM REQUIREMENTS & RUBRIC

By Wednesday at 11:59 pm Central Time please post a 300-word minimum length "Initial Post" in response to the topic requirements on each forum during its scheduled week.

As this is a Discussion Forum and not a “Comment Forum” additional posts are required. Also, required for each forum are two (2) 150-word minimum length “Response Posts” to at least two different classmates. Additionally, two (2) 150-word minimum length “Reply Posts” are required. Respond to at least two (2) posts from other students made to your “Initial Post”. In the event that no one has posted to your “Initial Post”, you should respond to two (2) other student’s “Reply Posts”. Each post should be unique and contribute something substantial and significant to the discussion.

Forums are scholarly dialogs, so while sharing what you think and not just what published authors wrote is encouraged, only stating opinion isn't acceptable. The key textbook concepts must be used when completing discussion forum posts.

• Instead, thoughtfully integrate relevant Textbook concepts and theories or research you read about this week and strive to make connections between that academic content and your own observations and experiences.
• Formal citations are not required in the discussion forums.
  Your responses to the postings of other students should be relevant and substantive. It must contribute significantly to the discussion.
• Reply posts containing just a few sentences or statements of agreement or disagreement only or that stray away from the topic, congratulating classmates for a “good job”, or repeat what another classmate has already said in his or her posts does not demonstrate substantive discussion. Each post must be unique. Posting the same reply or response for multiple times will result in a point reduction.
• Reply posts and response posts must not be all made on the same day. The result is a “comment” forum rather than a discussion forum
• If there are no response posts made to students’ initial post by Saturday, they may make two (2) additional response posts.
• Please be certain to post the name of the person you are responding to in each post you make; this is essential for tracking who said what to whom.
• A ZERO will be given if a majority of Reply and Response Posts are made on Sunday. A ZERO may be given if the initial post is made after the Wednesday midnight deadline.

 

NETIQUETTE

Online courses promote the advance of knowledge through positive and constructive debate--both inside and outside the classroom. Discussions on the Internet, however, can occasionally degenerate into needless insults and “flaming.” Such activity and the loss of good manners are not acceptable in a college setting--basic academic rules of good behavior and proper “Netiquette” must persist. Remember that you are in a place for the fun and excitement of learning that does not include descent to personal attacks, or student attempts to stifle the discussion of others. 

 

Weekly Discussion Forum Rubric:

 

	Excellent	Satisfactory	Needs Improvement	Unsatisfactory	Points Awarded
Initial Post Content 10 points possible   MUST be made before Midnight on Wednesday to receive credit.	Comments are thorough, well written, and insightful. Ideas are well organized. Student’s mastery of content is demonstrated through critical analysis of the material and comments are grounded in scholarly research or textbook concepts and theories. Posting demonstrates in-depth understanding of the topics.  (9-10 Points)	Comments are well written and complete. Ideas are mostly well organized. Student demonstrates analysis of the material and makes some integration of research or textbook concepts and theories. Posting demonstrates an understanding of the topics. (7-8 Points)	Comments lacks critical analysis and depth. Student demonstrates a basic understanding of the topics, but does not support that understanding with relevant research or textbook concepts and theories. ( 5 – 6  Points)	Posting does not meet the requirements for the assignment and demonstrates little understanding of the material. (0 – 4  Points)
Peer Responses and Replies Content 12  points possible 3 points per peer post	Student posts at least four, well-developed, substantive posts to classmates that demonstrate in-depth analysis and critical thinking.	Student posts at least three posts which are well-developed, substantive, and demonstrate in-depth analysis and critical thinking.	Student posts at least two post to peers which somewhat contributes to the discussion; however, post does not demonstrate in-depth analysis or critical thinking. All  posts made on same day.	Student does not post to peers and/or posts do not add to the discussion. All posts made on the same day.
Utilizes Correct Grammar, Mechanics, Spelling and Sentence Structure 3 points possible	Postings are professional and generally free of errors in mechanics, spelling, usage and sentence structure. (3 Points)	Postings are professional but may contain minor errors in mechanics, spelling, usage and sentence structure. (2 Points)	Posting is adequate but contains some errors in mechanics, spelling, usage and sentence structure that somewhat interfere with understanding. (1 Point)	Posting has numerous errors in mechanics, usage, spelling and sentence structure. Errors interfere with readability. (No Points)
Total points earned					/25