What This Document Is
This is the syllabus for BUS 496: Strategic Management and Policy, a course offered at Calvin University in Spring 2022. It outlines the expectations, requirements, and grading components for students enrolled in this capstone business course. This syllabus is intended for students registered in the course and those considering enrollment in future semesters.
Why This Document Matters
Students need this syllabus to understand course prerequisites, meeting times, instructor contact information, and the overall learning objectives. It serves as a contract between the instructor and students, detailing policies on attendance, assignments, and academic integrity. The syllabus is typically consulted at the beginning of the semester for planning and throughout the term for clarification on course expectations.
Common Limitations or Challenges
This document provides an overview of the course but does not deliver the course content itself. It does not include lecture materials, case studies, or access to the Business Strategy Game simulation. Students will still need to actively participate in class and complete all assigned work to succeed.
What This Document Provides
The syllabus details prerequisites (including specific finance, management, and marketing courses), the course description focusing on strategic formulation and implementation, and a list of learning outcomes. It specifies the required materials – primarily the Business Strategy Game (BSG) – and outlines the grading breakdown, including exams, the BSG simulation, a shareholder presentation, and online quizzes. University policies regarding academic misconduct are also referenced.