BA 200

BA 200 - SMALL BUSINESS MANAGEMENT

INSTRUCTOR:

Dr. James H. Glenn
Office: Technical Education Bldg/Room T-123

TEXTBOOK:

Longenecker, Moore, and Petty (2003) Small Business Management 12th edition.

COURSE:

Student are introduced to the many facets of establishing, operating, and/or owning a small business (Prereq. BE 160 or consent of instructor)

GRADING

There will be five hundred points available in this course. The course format will be independent study, lecture, home work activities, tests, & writing assignments

A= 90-100
B= 80-89
C= 70-79
D= 65-69
E= 0-64

Test(4) . . . . . . . . . . . . . 400 pts Library Abstract . . . . . . . 15 pts
Internet Abstract . . . . . . . 15 pts
Case Analysis . . . . . . . . . 25 pts
Assignments . . . . . . . . . . 30 pts Attendance . . . . . . . . . . 15 pts
5 pts for each missed class

COURSE SUPPLIES:

(1) No.2 Pencil (2) Paper (3) Access to a Calculator

WITHDRAWAL POLICY:

Student must meet the College’s Withdrawal Policy

COURSE SUPPLIES:(

1) No.2 Pencil (2) Paper (3) Access to a Calculator

ATTENDANCE POLICY:

Student should come to all scheduled classes. Late arrivals or early departures from class may result in lost of attendance points. In class assignments can not be made up. Please contact an in class student for missed assignments

WITHDRAWAL POLICY:

Student must meet the College’s Withdrawal Policy

GENERAL EDUCATION COMPETENCIES:

1. To communicate effectively using standard written English
2. To analyze, summarize, and interpret a variety of reading
    materials
3. To think critically and make and make connections in learning
    across the discipline.
4. To elaborate upon knowledge to create new thoughts,
    processes, and/or products.
5. To demonstrate an awareness of ethical considerations in
    making value choices.

COURSE COMPETENCIES

1. Knowledge of the Small Business Financial Management
2. Knowledge of the Marketing
3. Knowledge of the Business Plan
4. Knowledge of Small Business Management

ALL OUTSIDE THE CLASSROOM ASSIGNMENTS MUST BE TYPED, DOUBLE SPACED, AND PRESENTED IN AN APA STYLE WITH MODERATED ONE INCH BORDERS ON TOP/BOTTOM AND BOTH SIDES

PARTICIPATION:

Class attendance and participation is a very important part of the educational process.
You will be expected to contribute to class on a regular basis and in a meaningful way.
Participation on the part of the student involves their active contribution to class discussion, projects ,and any activities connected to the course.

Any student who is absent from class must obtain any missed lecture notes and/or
assignments from their classmates. The absent student can not make up in class
project and/or activities

EXAMS

Four quizzes will be given during the semester. Quizzes will consist of multiple choice, short answer essay, drawing of graphs/curves as well as possible word - definition matching.. The quiz dates are carried in the syllabus. Each quiz will have a minimum of one alternative exam date. Only one make up quiz will be given during final exam week.

MISSED OR LATE ASSIGNMENTS

There will be three major work papers during the semester. Details about the assignments will be provided in class. The due dates of the work papers are listed in the syllabus. The major work papers are part of the educational process. Any major work paper submitted after the due date will be reduced by 10% of the assigned grade. No major work paper will be accepted more than one week and one day late.

PLEASE NOTE. Late work paper will lose 10% of the assigned grade. After seven days (the 8th day) a second 10% of the assigned grade will be lost. For example, an assigned grade of 81 or B will lose 8 points, if late, for a grade of 73 or C. If the assignment for a final assignment grade of 65 or D on an assignment of B quality.

NOTE. Any major work paper that includes writing must be typed in modified APA style before it will be grades. In addition, the student must keep a student copy of each turning paper and keep graded assignments until registrar issues semester to avoid mistakes.

SPECIAL NEEDS

Students with special learning needs must contact the Counselor Office in the Student Services. Students requesting special assistance and/or accommodation due to disability should see the course instructor prior to the second week of classes so that necessary arrangements can be made.

SYLLABUS AND/OR COURSE CHANGES

The due dates and the course schedule are provided to give the course structure. Because unforeseen factors can affect the course, the instructor reserves the right to
make an changes on the due dates, course scheduling and any requirements. If changes need to be made, than the instructor will notify the student in class accordingly.

CLASS ATTENDANCE & ASSIGNMENTS

Business classes are a cooperative learning experience. Attendance in class or viewing distance learning broadcast are important in the learning process. Attendance will be taken at the beginning of the class period. If you are late or absent from class, it is your responsibility to obtain any missed lecture notes or assignments from your classmate.