(*)Requirements for Graded Work:
Quizzes: Before each class starts you will have to answer a brief online quiz on the case and/or the readings assigned for that class. I will post the link on B-Link in advance. These assignments will be worth 20% of your grade and the questions will provide you with guidance for in-class discussion. I strongly encourage you to discuss cases and readings with your classmates and to share insights for class preparation.
Simulation: Your Harvard Business Publishing course pack includes a supply chain simulation. I will activate the simulation on the class period before the one in which the simulation is due. Along with completing the simulation, you will turn in a short report (1 page of text plus exhibits, Times New Roman, double-spaced, 11 or 12 points, 1-inch margins) in which you will discuss what you surmised is the best strategy to achieve the goals of the simulation and why. 70% of your mark on the simulation will be given by your performance and 30% by your report. The simulation is worth 40% of your grade. Remember to include in your report the username that you used for accessing the simulation.
Final Exam: A written, in-class exam will be administered. The exam will be comprehensive and will pose questions relative to the material covered in class and in the readings. The exam will be closed book and closed notes, but you will be allowed one letter size, double sided, “cheat sheet” on which you can put anything you like. You will have the whole class period available to complete the test. The final exam is worth 30% of your grade.
Attendance and Participation: The University of Victoria Calendar states: “Students are expected to attend all classes in which they are enrolled.” Attending class is an important part of the learning process in this course. Attendance exposes you to material not in the readings, to your classmates' insights and helps clarify material that can lead to better performance in the course.
This class is heavily based on material that emerges from in-class discussion and we will need to cover a significant amount of material in a short time period. It is very important for you to be present in class and to participate in discussions and activities. You should always notify me of any absence before class.
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