Ib Business Management Syllabus 1

IB Business and Management, SL
Course Syllabus – 2018-2019
Instructor: Lauren Zucchero

E-mail:lzucchero@cps.edu
Twitter: @ms_zucchero
Google Classroom: 1st Period: 5x95q9o
Google Classroom: 4th Period: my7sog3
Class Location: 239
Course Description:
This course is designed to give students an understanding of business principles, practices and skills. Emphasis
is also placed on understanding technical innovation and day-to-day business functions of marketing, human
resource management and finance. Learning strategies include the application of tools and techniques of
analysis to enhance the understanding of complex business activities. Students will appreciate the ethical
concerns and issues of social responsibility in the global business environment. Case studies will demonstrate
the context of the forces and circumstances that drive change in an interdependent and multicultural world.
Real world applications will enable students to become critical and effective participants in local and world
affairs. Five modules comprise the curriculum: Business Organization and Environment, Operations
Management, Marketing, Human Resources, and Accounts and Finance.
Textbook: Business Management, Author Loykie Lomine, and Robert Pierce
Required class materials: Binder (any size is fine) notebook, pen/pencil, and calculator (four function is fine).
Topics:
1. Business Organization and Environment
Involves the structure of organizations, organizational objectives and the different environments in which
organizations operate.
2. Marketing
Emphasis on the formulation of marketing strategies to achieve organizational objectives, and in response to
the changing environment.
3. Human Resources
Covers the way people influence, are influenced by, organizations in order to achieve organizational
objectives.
4. Accounts and Finance
Focuses on how organizations manage their financial resources and how accounting and financial information
is used to aid decision-making and financial control.
5. Operations Management
Examines production methods, costs and revenues, quality assurance, and understanding of location of
production and production planning.
Academic Requirements:
Homework, Classwork, & Quizzes: There will be homework. All homework is directly related to the material
for the class and is both important and carries accountability.
Assessments:
1. Internal Assessment (Second semester):
All Business and Management students will develop a written commentary of 1000-1500 words that
demonstrates the application of tools, techniques and theory to a real business situation or problem. The paper
will be assessed by the teacher and externally moderated by the IBO. The assignment includes supporting
documents; choice and application of business tools, techniques, and theory; the use, analysis and synthesis of
data; and conclusions drawn by the student and supported by the data. Students will be required to evaluate
the data and utilize critical thinking.
2. Topic Assessments: Assessments will be given during each unit. They will directly relate to utilizing real
world skills and problem solving as well as team work in some cases. All assessments will reinforce material
needed for the external exam.
External Assessment: (All students are expected to take)

The Business and Management assessment consists of two case study exams.
Exam/Paper 1:
Section A: Students will be required to answer two of the three structured questions based on a case provided
in advance. These will refer primarily to information derived from the case.
Section B: Students will be required to answer the one compulsory question in this section testing evaluative
skills.
Exam/Paper 2:
Section A: Students will be required to answer 1 of the 2 structured questions (mini-cases) in this section.
These questions contain a qualitative element.
Section B: Students will be required to answer 2 of the 3 structured questions (mini-cases).
Grading:
Summative Assessments: 50% of Total Grade
Formative Assessments: 30% of Total Grade
ATL (Approaches to Learning: 20% of Total Grade
Classroom Expectations
1. Students are expected to live by all the school rules as outlined in the student handbook.
2. Absolutely no phones or charging of phones during class.
3. Students must arrive to class on time with the necessary materials. A student will be considered tardy
unless inside the room when the tardy bell stops ringing.
4. Students are expected to be attentive in class and to participate in discussions and activities.
5. “The Golden Rule” – treat others as you want to be treated.
6. Absolutely no food or drinks by computers.
7. Students are to push their chairs in before they leave Lab 239.
8. Students are to ensure that Lab 239 is clean, neat, and orderly.
Evaluation
Attendance is extremely important in this class. Students who miss exams are expected to make the exam up
within the amount of time that correlates to the length of their absence. Make-ups will not be given during class
time. Arrangements will need to be made with the teacher for after school or during a lunch perio. The student
is responsible for notifying the teacher of the need for the make-up exam. ABSOLUTELY NO LATE WILL BE
ACCEPTED. If a student finds that he/she will be unable to turn in a work on time, he/she should speak with
the teacher ahead of time for an alternative date for submission. Depending on the situation the scoring may
carry a deduction or no submission.
Student Participation
Participation will be based on the six pillars of Character Education: Trustworthiness, Respect, Responsibility,
Fairness, Caring, and Citizenship. Tardiness, unexcused absences, and poor behavior in class will lead to the
loss of these points. Points will be deducted if students are habitually tardy, or continuously sleep, their grade
will suffer. Points will not be deducted for excused absences. Other assignments completed in class may be
included under the participation grade.
BYOD
Students are encouraged to bring their own devices to class to help with the completion of coursework. Even
though devices are used on a daily basis, it is up to the teacher’s discretion when devices must be turned off or
put away and out of view. The teacher reserves the right to confiscate devices for the class period if they are
being used in an inappropriate manner or at an inappropriate time. Severe infractions will result in disciplinary
actions and device being given to grade level office.
How to be successful in your IB Business/Management class

1. Bring a positive attitude into the classroom 6. Do your homework
2. Come prepared and on time 7. Study for assessments
3. Participate 8. Offer suggestions
4. Take notes 9. Have fun
5. Ask for help when needed 10. Follow me on Twitter @ms_zucchero
IB BUSINESS MANAGEMENT ADVICE: Read the newspaper, follow business journals, and watch world
news.

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IB Business and Management, SL

Course Syllabus – 2018-2019

Instructor: Lauren Zucchero

Textbook: Business Management, Author Loykie Lomine, and Robert Pierce

External Assessment: (All students are expected to take)

How to be successful in your IB Business/Management class

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