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MGT-3330-03 / Principles of Management Fall 2020

Professor: Jackie Marr Class Days/Times/Location or Other Format: TTH / 1:30pm – 2:45pm / CC335 Office Location: Classroom Center 203A Office Hours: Tuesdays and Thursdays: 9:00am – 1:30pm Other hours by appointment Office Phone: 806-651-2764 Email: Please use Course Messages in WTClass for questions concerning this course. Social Media: Keep up with the latest happenings of your COB on Facebook and Twitter, connect with us on LinkedIn, and check out COB videos on YouTube.

Terms of Use A student's continued enrollment in this course signifies acknowledgment of and agreement with the statements, disclaimers, policies, and procedures outlined within this syllabus and elsewhere in the WTClass environment. This Syllabus is a dynamic document. Elements of the course structure (e.g., dates and topics covered, but not policies) may be changed at the discretion of the professor.

WTAMU Paul and Virginia Engler College of Business Mission Statement The mission of the Paul and Virginia Engler College of Business is to provide high quality undergraduate and graduate business education with a global perspective and ethical awareness. We accomplish this through emphasis on excellence in teaching, which is strengthened by faculty scholarship and supported by professional service. Learning Objectives of the WTAMU Paul and Virginia Engler College of Business Programs The Paul and Virginia Engler College of Business (COB) at West Texas A&M University (WTAMU) seeks to prepare students in the Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA), Master of Business Administration (MBA), Master of Professional Accounting (MPA), Master of Science in Computer Information Systems and Business Analytics (MSCISBA) and the Master of Science Finance and Economics (MSFE) degree programs for careers in business and to foster their professional growth

and advancement via key learning goals and objectives. The learning objectives of the Paul and Virginia Engler College of Business are as follows:

• Leadership

• Communication

• Critical Thinking

• Business Integration

• Core Business Knowledge

• Global Business Environment

• Business Ethics and Corporate Governance

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Course Description Analysis of the theory and practice of management as related to functions of planning, organizing, staffing, directing and controlling. Course Objectives Upon completion of the course, the student should be able to demonstrate a sufficient command of the subject matter to meet the following objectives:

1. Understand the concepts and principles of management including basic roles, skills, and functions

{Maps to COB Learning Objective: Core Business Knowledge}

2. Understand the planning and decision-making processes in relation to ethical, strategic, and global

issues {Maps to COB Learning Objectives: Core Business Knowledge, Global Business Environment, and

Business Ethics and Corporate Governance}

3. Understand how to recruit, hire, develop, and evaluate an effective and diverse workforce {Maps to

COB Learning Objectives: Core Business Knowledge and Global Business Environment}

4. Understand how to motivate and lead teams and individuals {Maps to COB Learning Objectives:

Leadership, Communication, and Core Business Knowledge}

In addition to the above objectives, there is an increasing need for you to develop and refine your communication skills. This course will require you to demonstrate your ability to communicate in a variety of forms. With this said, you will be required to submit all course work in the form of standard business communications (i.e. letters, memoranda, and reports). All communication in this course must be written in acceptable English and in a professional manner that would be acceptable in the workplace. The end objective of this course is to assist in preparing you for future managerial roles. Map from COB Learning Objectives to Specific Course Objectives The Paul and Virginia Engler College of Business Learning Goals are related to the course objectives for MGT-3330, as follows:

1. Students will demonstrate competencies in writing, speaking, and technology communication via individual exams, written assignments, and in-class exercises.

2. Students will demonstrate their competencies in critical thinking via individual exams, written assignments, and in-class exercises.

3. Students will demonstrate their competencies in ethical decisions via individual exams, written assignments, and in-class exercises.

4. Students will demonstrate their knowledge of the global and domestic environment and their relevance to the business contexts via individual exams, written assignments, and in-class exercises.

5. Students will demonstrate their knowledge of diversity for effective problem-solving via individual exams, written assignments, and in-class exercises.

6. Students will illustrate and explain theories and concepts related to Management via individual exams, written assignments, and in-class exercises.

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Course Materials

Technology Requirements: All course materials and assignments are located and submitted via WTClass. Consequently, you will need regular access to a computer with a reliable Internet connection to be successful in this course. All technological requirements to complete this course are the student’s responsibility. This includes, but is not limited to, a working computer, access to a secure, high speed Internet connection, a webcam for taking exams, and word processing software for written assignments. It is the student’s responsibility for all technological issues, such as equipment failure(s), power outages, and Internet connection failures, not related to West Texas A&M University. To be successful in this course, students must possess the technical and operational skills necessary to access course materials, complete assignments, and navigate WTClass. If you experience any technical problems or have issues accessing WTClass, contact the IT Help Desk at 806-651-4357 (HELP) or itscwtamu.edu. For 24x7x365 technology support, go to support.wtamu.edu. Respondus Lockdown Browser & Respondus Monitor: This course requires the use of LockDown Browser for online quizzes. Watch this short video to get a basic understanding of LockDown Browser. In addition to LockDown Browser, Respondus Monitor will be used for online exams.

Textbook: MGMT, 10th Edition

(You can purchase this textbook used; the online access code

is not required for this class.)

Author: Chuck Williams

Publisher: South-Western Cengage Learning

Copyright: 2017

ISBN: 978-1337116763

Online ISBN: 978-1337116756

Optional Book: StrengthsFinder 2.0

(You can purchase this book used.)

Author: Tom Rath

Copyright: 2007

ISBN: 978-1595620156

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Please read this Quick Start Guide: https://web.respondus.com/wpcontent/uploads/2019/08/RLDB-Quick-Start-Guide-Bb-Student.pdf Download and install LockDown Browser from this link: [https://download.respondus.com/lockdown/download.php?id=595136694] This can be downloaded to a Windows, Mac, or iPad. To take an online quiz or exam, open LockDown Browser, access your course, and navigate to your assessment. You will not be able to access the quiz or exam with a standard web browser. For additional details on using LockDown Browser, go to: http://students.wtamu.edu/wtclass/respondus.html Finally, when taking an online exam, follow these guidelines:

• Select a location where you will not be interrupted

• Before starting the test, know how much time is available for it, and that you have allotted sufficient

time to complete it

• Turn off all mobile devices, phones, etc. and do not have them within reach

• Clear your area of all external materials — books, papers, other computers, or devices

• Remain at your desk or workstation for the duration of the test

• LockDown Browser will prevent you from accessing other websites or applications; you will be unable to exit the

test until all questions are completed and submitted.

Course Grading Policies You will demonstrate your knowledge and understanding of Management by your scores on various graded elements comprising this course. Your final grade will be determined as follows:

Assignments Quantity Total Percentage

Participation 20

Quizzes 9 at 2% 18

Exams 4 at 6% 24

Personal Finances and Budgeting Quizzes 4 at 2% 8

StrengthsFinder 2.0 Paper 1 at 12% 12

Case Study Assignment 1 at 16% 16

Assessment Quizzes (Highest grade will be taken) 2 2

Total 100

This grade will not be curved at any time during the semester. The grade you receive will be a direct reflection of your hard work and effort exerted during the semester.

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Grade Total Percentage

A 90 – 100

B 80 – 89

C 70 – 79

D* 60 – 69

F 0 – 59

*Please note: If you are pursuing a major in the College of Business, a grade of “D” or below will not be considered passing in any of the BBA core courses. MGT 3330 falls into this category. It will be required for you to retake this class and receive a minimum grade of “C” for you to graduate. Course Assignment, Examination, and or Project Policies Participation: This class will be interactive. You can participate by coming to campus for our in-person class or attend class through Zoom. With that, you need to be prepared to be an active participant in our discussions and activities each class day. This will require you to complete all readings prior to class for various class assignments and discussions. You will not receive any participation grades for class activities you are not present for. This means you have the opportunity to earn a 100 for that day’s class assignments or discussions if you are present, or a 0 if you are absent. I will drop your 2 lowest grades in this section. Quizzes: There will be 9 quizzes during the semester. Each quiz will consist of 10 questions. The quizzes will be given via WTClass. All quizzes will open on Monday at midnight and will close the following Sunday at 11:59pm (see calendar below). The quizzes are to be taken alone and not as a group. Exams: There will be 4 exams during the semester. All exams will be given via WTClass. All exams (except the final) will open on Thursday at midnight and will close the following Sunday at 11:59pm (see calendar below). Again, exams are to be taken alone and not as a group. Exam dates and times are strict. Be sure to notify me if you will be unable to take an exam for any reason. Failure to inform me in advance of your inability to take the exam will result in a score of 0. In addition, please be sure to give yourself enough time to have computer/Internet/technical problems and still be able to complete the exam on time. This means you should not wait until the last two hours of an exam to start. Personal Finances and Budgeting: You will be provided a series of 8 videos that walk you through the process of creating a budget in addition to some tips and important lessons regarding your personal finances. In addition, you will have 4 quizzes that will assess your knowledge of the material presented in the videos. StrengthsFinder 2.0 Paper: You will have 1 paper to write on your StrengthsFinder 2.0 report. This paper should be 3-4 pages in length, 12pt font, Times New Roman, double spaced with 1” margins. Please see more in-depth instructions in your Lessons folder.

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Case Study Assignment: You will have 1 case study assignment. For this assignment, you will have a case to read, analyze, and answer the corresponding questions provided in the Lessons folder. Responses to assigned case studies should be between 3-4 pages, APA format, 12pt font, Times New Roman, double spaced with 1” margins. Please see more in-depth instructions in your Lessons folder. Guest Speakers: We will be having guest speakers presenting throughout the semester. I expect you to show the utmost respect when they are here; give them your undivided attention; and be prepared with questions. I strongly recommend you attend class when we will be having guest speakers. This is your opportunity to take advantage of the wisdom and lessons learned of local business leaders throughout their career. Assessments: The College of Business uses an on-going assessment process in all foundation level courses, including this one. The purpose of these assessments are to both ascertain, and ultimately ensure, that students leave each course with a solid understanding of this foundational material that is the building block for their continued study and success both in their academic career and ultimately their professional career. In order to accurately gauge your grasp of the material, the assessment is administered twice. The first pre-assessment will be administered during the first week of the course. It will serve to establish a baseline of your knowledge at the beginning of the course. The final assessment will be administered at the end of the semester and will provide a measure of how successful you were in assimilating the material during the semester. The entire process is in keeping with the management philosophy of, “That which does not get measured, does not get done.” To ensure you take the assessment with the same level of seriousness that is intended, your performance in the process is included as part of your overall grade in the course. Please see calendar below for all assignment due dates. All due dates and times are firm – no exceptions. Classroom Conduct In this course, it is my expectation that you will conduct yourself in a professional, courteous, and respectful manner. This includes all interactions with your classmates and me on campus and online. Inappropriate behavior will not be tolerated in this course and will be reported to the appropriate University officials . Communication for Course: The preferred method of contact for this class is for you to use Course Messages in WTClass. As for my communication response time, I will always try my best to respond to your messages in a timely manner. Please allow 24 - 48 hours for me to respond to your messages and phone calls during the work week (Monday – Friday). If you send a message during the weekend, it may not be answered until the following Monday morning. Obviously, there may be some exceptions to this time frame due to life circumstances and schedules. With that said, if you have a question regarding an assignment, it is in your best interest to ask it early. Cell Phones and Other Electronics: These are allowed in the classroom. You should be respectful and professional with the use of these electronic devices. These electronic devices should be used only for note-taking and the completion of in-class assignments. A student who is caught using their electronics for purposes other than pertinent class activities will jeopardize the use of electronics for the entire class. In

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addition, the use of technologies for audio and video recordings is not permitted in the classroom without obtaining written permission from instructor. Additional Course Policies Grading Policies: Again, grades will not be curved anytime throughout the semester. If you should have a concern about a grade you receive on an assignment, you may submit a written appeal to me within one week of receiving the grade in question. This appeal should outline your specific concerns with the grade and supporting evidence as to why the grade should be changed. I will consider your written appeal and communicate with you regarding the grade. After this one week period, grades on your assignments will not be adjusted. Final course grades are non-negotiable. In addition, I understand your grade is extremely important to you; therefore, I will always try to be prompt with the grading and feedback for your assignments. Please allow 7 – 10 days for the posting of assignment grades. There may be some exceptions to this time frame. If there is an exception, you will be notified via Course Announcements. Academic Integrity, Plagiarism, and Copyright Infringement: Academic integrity will be respected in this course at all times. With that, I have a zero tolerance policy regarding scholastic dishonesty. Written assignments will be run through SafeAssign to check for plagiarism. An assignment with a high percentage match of another student’s or source’s will be considered plagiarism. Plagiarism is prohibited and will result in an automatic grade of 0 for the assignment. As a student, the burden of proof lies upon you to prove that scholastic dishonesty did not occur. The following are examples of scholastic dishonesty and plagiarism:

• The use of yours or another student’s work from a current or previous semester as your own

• The copying and pasting of information from a website, textbook, or any other source including

electronic media without clearly and properly citing the source

• Working with others to complete an assignment

• Having another person write and/or complete your assignments.

All materials created for this course are my intellectual property, and I own the copyright to them. Consequently, if you upload any of my course materials to any websites, it can be considered an infringement of intellectual property. Dropping the Course: If you are having difficulty with the course anytime during the semester, you should contact me as soon as possible. Should you decide to drop, the last day to do so with a guaranteed “X” is October 30, 2020. Students who drop after this date could receive a grade of “XF” if they have not communicated with me and are missing assignments. Finally, if you are struggling to complete the course due to health problems (yours or a close family member) or other personal matters, it is your responsibility to

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meet with me to discuss your options as soon as possible. It is not acceptable to wait until right before or after an assignment is due to tell me about these issues. It is also not acceptable to wait until the last week of class to tell me about these issues. Late Work: All course work is due by the designated dates and times listed in WTClass Calendar. Late work will not be accepted. There is a great amount of flexibility with this course; consequently, it is my expectation of you to complete your assignments in a timely manner. Out-of-class Participation (OOCP): Throughout the semester, there will be various opportunities to earn your out-of-class participation point. The central way that you may earn this point is by participating in approved research being conducted in the field of organizational behavior or strategy. Details on approved research activities and how to sign up for studies will be posted on a service called Sona. To sign up for Sona please go to: https://wtamu-mgt.sona-systems.com and sign up using YOUR UNIVERSITY E-MAIL ADDRESS (do not use other e-mail accounts because you may not receive credit for your participation if you use a personal email). The list of available studies and timeslots for those studies are available on Sona. Studies and timeslots will be updated throughout the semester. Participation in these studies will provide insight into how many of the theories and concepts introduced in this class are generated and empirically validated. Please note that you will receive one credit per each approximately 1 hour study or 0.50 credit for each approximately 30 minute study up to 1 credit total—that is, you cannot receive additional credits for participating in the same study multiple times, and you can only receive a maximum of 1 OOCP credit. You receive full credit by showing up for and completing the research. Participants of OOCP will have the opportunity to earn up to 1% of their overall grade (i.e. 1 OOCP credit point = 1% of overall grade; 0.50 OOCP credit point = 0.50% of overall grade). The Sona System will advise your professor one week before the last day of classes if you have participated in research, and you will receive your OOCP credit shortly thereafter. Alternatively, you may earn your OOCP point in one of the following two ways:

(1) You may attend (in person or virtually) one of the monthly SHRM meetings. Each meeting is roughly an hour long and discusses topics relevant to human resources. CAUTION: This option is only available during the Fall and Spring semesters. To receive credit for attending, you will need to submit a one-page written summary about the meeting including the content discussed and its relevant importance to organizational life. There are limited SHRM meetings in a semester, and you are accountable for going to one of them if you would like to receive your OOCP point through this option. All papers written about attended talks are due through WTClass no later than 5 pm on the last day of class.

(2) You may engage in a mock interview through the Career Service Center (CS) at WT. To qualify for a mock interview, you must first attend a resume workshop though CS. Find the schedule and more information on workshops here. After attending a resume workshop, you must then schedule a 15 minute resume review with career services. Check the career services website for available dates and times. Please note that this resume review can also be done over the phone (806-651-2345) if you are

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an online only student. Once you have attended a workshop and completed a review, you will be eligible to schedule a 30-minute interview session through BuffJobs/Handshake. More information on how to sign up for a mock interview is available on our website. If you are an online only student, you may do the mock interview over the phone, but you must coordinate with career services in advance. CAUTION: You are responsible for making sure you complete all the steps and sign-up for the available mock interview times. Space may be limited. If you miss the available timeslots for the mock interviews, you cannot receive credit for OOCP. Once you have completed the mock interview, CS will email you the interviewer’s report on your performance. Please submit the report to me through WTClass as evidence of your participation on or before 5pm on the last day of class.

(3) Any additional alternative that your course instructor deems as a suitable alternative.

Both the Research and alternative options are available on a first-come first-served basis. There are ample opportunities for all students throughout the semester, but if you wait until the end of the semester to earn your OOCP point, there may be no options left. You are responsible for proactively pursuing whatever option you choose. The more proactive you are, the more choices you will have available to you. Course Topics - Tentative Calendar of Readings, Topics, and Due Dates

This schedule is intended to be a general guide for the course. I reserve the right to change it at any time during the semester. **All assignment times/due dates are in Central Time (CDT\CST).***

Week

Class

Dates Title Activities Opens

Closes /

Due Date

Required Syllabus Acknowledgment WTClass

Must take before Pre-

Assessment

Required Pre-Assessment Quiz

Must take before given

access to course materials 8/24/20 8/30/20

Personal Finances and Budgeting

Lessons/Exercises 9/3/20 12/3/20

Quizzes

Chapters 1, 3, & 4

Learning Objectives /

PowerPoints / Class

Discussion Case

8/24/20 9/13/20

1 8/25/20

8/27/20

Introduction to course (T) / Chapter 1:

Management (TH) Quiz #1 - WTClass 8/24/20 8/30/20

2 9/1/20

9/3/20

Chapter 3: Organizational

Environments and Cultures (T) /

Personal Budgets (TH)

Quiz #2 - WTClass 8/31/20 9/6/20

3 9/8/20

9/10/20

Case Study: Josh Hardy and the

#SaveJosh Army: How Corporate Risk

Escalates and Accelerates through

Social Media (T) / Chapter 4: Ethics

and Social Responsibility (TH)

Case study for in class

discussion

Exam #1 - Chapters 1, 3, & 4 WTClass 9/10/20 9/13/20

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4 9/15/20

9/17/20

Guest Speakers Lesson 8/24/20 9/20/20

StrengthsFinder 2.0: Finding Your

Strengths Paper

Chapters 5 - 8

Learning Objectives /

PowerPoints / Class

Discussion Case

9/21/20 10/18/20

5 9/22/20

9/24/20

Current Event Activity (T) / Chapter 5:

Planning and Decision Making (TH) Quiz #3 - WTClass 9/21/20 9/27/20

6 9/29/20

10/1/20

Chapter 6: Organizational Strategy (T)

/ Company SWOT Analysis (TH) Quiz #4 - WTClass 9/28/20 10/4/20

7 10/6/20

10/8/20

Guest Speaker (T) / Chapter 7:

Innovation and Change (TH) Quiz #5 - WTClass 10/5/20 10/11/20

8 10/13/20

10/15/20

Chapter 8: Global Management (T) /

Case Study: Should You Fight to Keep

a Star? (TH)

Case study for in class

discussion 10/12/20 10/18/20

Exam #2 - Chapters 5 - 8 WTClass 10/15/20 10/18/20

Chapters 10 - 12

Learning Objectives /

PowerPoints / Class

Discussion Case

10/26/20 11/15/20

9 10/20/20

10/22/20

Corporate Budget Exercise (T) /

Chapter 10: Managing Teams (TH) Quiz #6 - WTClass 10/26/20 11/1/20

10 10/27/20

10/29/20

Case Study: Nick Saban - A Case

Study for Recruitment Methods and

Application of Tuckman's Model of

Team Development (T) / Guest

Speaker

Case study for in class

discussion

No

assignments

due

11 11/3/20

11/5/20

Chapter 11: Managing Human

Resource Systems (T) / Current Event

Activity (TH)

Quiz #7 - WTClass 11/2/20 11/8/20

12 11/10/20

11/12/20

Resume/Interview Lesson & Activity

(T) / Chapter 12: Managing Individuals

and a Diverse Workforce (TH)

Exam #3 - Chapters 10 - 12 WTClass 11/12/20 11/15/20

Chapters 13, 14, & 16

Learning Objectives /

PowerPoints / Class

Discussion Case

11/16/20 12/8/20

13 11/17/20

11/19/20

Chapter 13: Motivation (T) / Guest

Speaker Quiz #8 - WTClass 11/16/20

11/22/20

Case Study Assignment: Nonprofit

leadership: a case examination of

servant vs transformational leadership

Lessons 10/19/20

Paper

14 11/24/20 Chapter 14: Leadership Quiz #9 - WTClass 11/23/20 11/29/20

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***THANKSGIVING BREAK - 11/26/20 - 11/29/20***

15 12/1/20

12/3/20

Chapter 16: Control (T) / Case Study:

When One Division Makes All the

Money but the Other Gets All the

Attention (TH)

Post-Assessment Quiz WTClass 11/30/20 12/3/20

Exam #4 - Chapters 13, 14, & 16 WTClass 12/5/20 12/8/20

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Current Faculty Senate Statement: The WT Faculty Senate places the highest priority on the health and safety of our university’s students, faculty, and staff. In cooperation and consultation with Academic Affairs and Dean's Council, Faculty Senate strongly supports that everyone in the WTAMU campus community abide by the provisions, both present and future, set out by system and university administration to maintain health and safety during the COVID-19 pandemic. Further, Faculty Senate calls upon WT faculty to set an example for others by consistently and correctly wearing masks or face coverings while on campus, or at WT-sponsored events, as well as maintain at least six feet of physical distance.

WTAMU Paul and Virginia Engler COB Student Code of Ethics Each student enrolled in COB courses accepts personal responsibility to uphold and defend academic integrity and to promote an atmosphere in which all individuals may flourish. The COB Student Code of Ethics strives to set a standard of honest behavior that reflects well on students, the COB and West Texas A&M University. All students enrolled in business courses are expected to follow the explicit behaviors detailed in the Student Code of Ethics. Code of Ethics

• Do not use notes, texts, solution manuals, or other aids for a quiz or exam without instructor authorization.

• Do not copy the work of others and/or allow others to view your answers or copy your work during a quiz, exam, or on homework assignments.

• Do not allow other parties to assist in the completion of your quiz, exam, homework, paper, or project when not permitted.

• Do not work with other students on projects or assignments without authorization from the course instructor.

• Properly cite and specifically credit the source of text, graphic, and web materials in papers, projects, or other assignments.

• Do not forge the signature of an instructor, advisor, dean, or another student.

• Provide truthful information for class absences when asking faculty for excused absences or for a make-up for a quiz, exam, or homework.

• Provide truthful information on your resume including work history, academic performance, leadership activities, and membership in student organizations.

• Respect the property, personal rights, and learning environment of all members of the academic community. This includes posting, sharing, and otherwise distributing the course materials outside of this course without expressed permission of the faculty, college, university, or system.

• Live up to the highest ethical standards in all academic and professional endeavors.

Students violating the Student Code of Ethics will be reported to the Dean’s office and are subject to penalties described in the West Texas A&M University Code of Student Life, which may include suspension from the

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University. In addition, a violator of the Student Code of Ethics may become ineligible for participation in student organizations sponsored by the COB and for recognition for College academic honors, awards, and scholarships. COB Student Resources Link The COB has developed a Student Resources repository (e.g., APA writing style information, business core reviews, facilities, and other helpful supplements), which can be found on the COB Website. Additionally, WTAMU has developed an Academic Study Skills information site to assist students (e.g., study habits, supplemental instruction, tutoring, writing and math skills), which can be found on the WTAMU Website. For WTAMU Writing Center information (for students needing writing assistance, guidance, and feedback), please visit their website. COB Communications Component The Paul and Virginia Engler College of Business Communication Component requires students to demonstrate knowledge of communication skills. The COB communications component is a requirement in the following courses: ACCT 4373 (Accounting Communications), BUSI 1304 (Business Communication), BUSI 3320 (Digital Collaboration and Communication), BUSI 4333 (Cross-Cultural Issues in Business Communications), BUSI 4350 (Current Issues in Management Communications), BUSI 4375 (Healthcare Communication), BUSI 4380 (Conflict Resolution and Negotiation), BUSI 4382 (Emerging Media Law), CIDM 3320 (Digital Collaboration and Communication), ECON 4370 (Economics of Health Care), FIN 3350 (Personal Financial Planning), FIN 4320 (Investments), FIN 4321 (Portfolio Theory), MGT 3335 (Organizational Behavior), MGT 4380 (Conflict Resolution and Negotiation), or MKT 3342 (Consumer Behavior). Student Travel Opportunities In multiple business courses, there may be opportunities for student travel supplemented by student fees. If you have an interest in such opportunities as they become available, please notify a faculty member. Dropping/Repeating the Course Should a student decide to drop the course, it is the student’s responsibility to be aware of the final drop dates and adhere to the WTAMU Add/Drop policy. Any student participating in the course after the WTAMU posted drop date will be considered active and a grade will be administered at the end of the course for that student. Students are charged a fee for any course attempted for a third or subsequent time at WTAMU other than a non-degree credit developmental course or exempted courses. Scholastic Dishonesty It is the responsibility of students and instructors to help maintain scholastic integrity at the University by refusing to participate in or tolerate scholastic dishonesty. Commission of any of the following acts shall constitute scholastic dishonesty. This listing is not exclusive of any other acts that may reasonably be said to constitute scholastic dishonesty: acquiring or providing information for any assigned work or examination from any unauthorized source; informing any person or persons of the contents of any examination prior to the time the examination is given in subsequent sections of the course or as a makeup; plagiarism; submission of a paper or project that is substantially the same for two courses unless expressly authorized by the instructor to do so; submission of a paper or project prepared by another student as your own. You are

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responsible for being familiar with the University's Academic Integrity Code, as well as the COB Student Code of Ethics listed in this document. Academic Integrity All work must be completed individually unless otherwise stated. Commission of any of the following acts shall constitute scholastic dishonesty: acquiring or providing information for any assigned work or examination from any unauthorized source; informing any person or persons of the contents of any examination prior to the time the exam is given in any subsequent sections of the course or as a makeup; plagiarism; submission of a paper or project that is substantially the same for two courses unless expressly authorized by the instructor to do so. For more information, see the Code of Student Life.

Viewpoints/External Websites Disclaimer The views expressed in this document, web-based course materials, and/or classroom presentations and discussions are those of the professor and do not necessarily represent the views of West Texas A&M University, its faculty and staff, or its students. Views expressed by students are likewise those of the person making such statements. It is understood and expected that each individual within this course will respect and allow individual difference of opinion. Neither the professor, the COB, nor WTAMU are responsible for the content of external websites discussed in the classroom and/or linked to via online course materials, emails, message boards, or other means. Referred websites are for illustrative purposes only, and are neither warranted nor endorsed by the professor, COB, or WTAMU. Web pages change frequently, as does domain name ownership. While every effort is made to ensure proper referencing, it is possible that students may on occasion find materials to be objectionable for reasons beyond our control. Acceptable Student Behavior Classroom behavior should not interfere with the instructor’s ability to conduct the class or the ability of other students to learn from the instructional program (Code of Student Life). Unacceptable or disruptive behavior will not be tolerated. Students engaging in unacceptable behavior may be instructed to leave the classroom. Inappropriate behavior may result in disciplinary action or referral to the University’s Behavioral Intervention Team. This prohibition applies to all instructional forums, including electronic, classroom, labs, discussion groups, field trips, etc. Technology Requirements All technological requirements for the successful completion of this course are the responsibility of the student, including access to a working computer and/or to a device with secure broadband Internet connection, data storage and retrieval, and state-of-the-art security. The student is responsible for all technological problems not related to WTAMU, including but not limited to equipment failures, power outages, and internet breakdowns. Furthermore, students are responsible for all necessary technical and operational skills for completing this course, and for being familiar with WTClass (the Blackboard Learning Management System) both in a general sense and in a specific sense as pertaining to this course and any materials stored within. The professor is not responsible for any technical matters related to WTClass.

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Students must contact the IT Service Center at 806-651-4357 or itsc@wtamu.edu if they have problems accessing and/or using the WTClass environment. Students are also encouraged to consult the Student Technology Support Portal at students.wtamu.edu for help with WTClass. Physical or Educational Access - ADA Statement West Texas A&M University seeks to provide reasonable accommodations for all qualified persons with disabilities. This University will adhere to all applicable federal, state, and local laws, regulations, and guidelines with respect to providing reasonable accommodations as required to afford equal educational opportunity. It is the student's responsibility to register with Student Disability Services (SDS) and to contact faculty members in a timely fashion to arrange for suitable accommodations. Contact Information: Student Success Center, CC 106; phone 806-651-2335. Title IX Statement West Texas A&M University is committed to providing a learning, working, and living environment that promotes personal integrity, civility, and mutual respect in an environment free of sexual misconduct and discrimination. Title IX makes it clear that violence and harassment based on sex and gender are Civil Rights offenses subject to the same kinds of accountability and the same kinds of support applied to offenses against other protected categories such as race, national origin, etc. Harassment is not acceptable. If you or someone you know has been harassed or assaulted, you can find the appropriate resources

here:

• WTAMU Title IX Coordinator- TitleIX@wtamu.edu or call 806.651.3199

• WTAMU Counseling Services – Classroom Center 116, or call 806.651.2340

• WTAMU Police Department – 806.651.2300, or dial 911

• 24-hour Crisis Hotline – 800.273.8255, or 806.359.6699, or 800.692.4039

• Visit the Notalone website For more information, see the Code of Student Life.

WT Attendance Policy for Core Curriculum Classes For the purposes of learning assessment and strategic planning, all students enrolled in Core Curriculum or developmental courses at West Texas A&M University must swipe their Buff Gold cards through the card reader installed in the classroom/lab for each class/lab meeting. Evacuation Statement If you receive notice to evacuate the building, please evacuate promptly but in an orderly manner. Evacuation routes are posted in various locations indicating all exits, outside assemble area, location of fire extinguishers, fire alarm pull stations and emergency telephone numbers (651.5000 or 911). In the event an evacuation is necessary; evacuate immediately do not use elevators; take all personal belongings with you; report to outside assembly area and wait for further information; students needing assistance in the evacuation process should bring this to the attention of the instructor at the beginning of the semester. Copyright All original content in this document, all web-based course materials (be they text, audio, and/or video), and/or classroom presentations are subject to copyright provisions. No distribution without the express

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written consent of the author. Students are prohibited from selling (or being paid for taking) notes during this course to or by any person or commercial firm without the express written permission of the professor.

* Syllabus template approved by COB Curriculum Committee July 2020. Annual review of the syllabus is a formal part of the COB continuous improvement process.