What This Document Is
This document is a course syllabus for MOR 462: Management Consulting, offered at the University of Southern California’s Marshall School of Business during the Fall 2003 semester. It outlines the structure, objectives, and expectations for students engaging with the field of management consulting. It serves as a foundational guide for understanding the course’s approach to both the theoretical underpinnings and practical application of consulting principles. The syllabus details the instructor’s contact information and office hours, setting the stage for student-faculty interaction.
Why This Document Matters
This syllabus is crucial for anyone considering a career in management consulting, currently working in a role that utilizes consultants, or seeking to understand how organizations leverage external expertise for problem-solving and improvement. It’s particularly valuable at the beginning of the course to clarify expectations and understand the skills that will be developed. Students can use this to assess the course’s relevance to their career goals and prepare for the workload and evaluation methods. Prospective students can also use this to gauge the course’s focus and depth before enrolling.
Common Limitations or Challenges
This syllabus provides an overview of the course but does *not* contain the actual course materials, case studies, lecture notes, or assignments. It doesn’t offer specific consulting frameworks, methodologies, or solutions to business problems. It also doesn’t include guest lecture content or detailed feedback on student work. It’s a roadmap, not the journey itself. Access to the full syllabus is required to understand the specifics of assignments and grading.
What This Document Provides
* A clear articulation of the course’s overall and specific learning objectives.
* An outline of the key phases typically involved in a consulting project.
* Information regarding the methods used to evaluate student learning, including weighting of different components.
* Details on the types of learning activities incorporated into the course, such as lectures, case reviews, and a field consulting project.
* Guidance on accessing course materials and important announcements via an online folder.
* A statement regarding the integration of cultural and ethical considerations within the course.