Campus Name: online
Course Title: Quantitative Methods for Business Decision Making
Course Number: BUS231
Section Number & CRN: WW1 (CRN 22890)
Instructor Information
Name
Suzanne Markow
E-mail Address
Phone Number
515-964-6389
Fax Number
515-965-7135
Office Location
Ankeny bldg 8, room 1-a
Office Hours
Office hours are online, or on campus by appointment.
Instructor Web Page Address
Blackboard
Course Information
Semester & Year
Spring 2012
Date Syllabus Created and/or Revised
Created 11.8.2011
Days & Time & Location
Online only
Course Description & Credits
http://www.dmacc.edu/courses/crsrod.asp
An introduction to management research methods used in business. The application of mathematical models in decision-making. Topics include probability, break-even analysis, inventory control, statistics and transportation models. This is an online course using QM software.
Prerequisites
MAT073, or Intermediate Algebra, or 2 years high school algebra, or dept. permission
Course Competencies
https://go.dmacc.edu/competencies
Condensed version:
1. How quantitative analysis is used in
business today.
2. How probability and statistics relate to analysis.
3. Different forecasting techniques and when each should be used.
4. How businesses apply decision theory, decision trees and utility theory
to their operations.
5. The relationship between variables in a regression model.
6. How inventory control impacts operations and profitability; complex
models, JIT and ERP.
7. Linear programming: graphical methods, applications, and
transportation and assignment models.
8. The differences between linear programming and integer programming.
9. The importance of queuing theory.
10. What role simulation plays in decision making.
11. How network models relate to project control (project management, PERT
and other tools).
Course Overview
Chapter work
One chapter due each week on Tuesday: discussion, homework problems, and quiz for each chapter.
Final case study
Final case study to be announced (open-book).
Textbooks & Materials
Required Textbooks & ISBN
"Quantitative Analysis for Management" 11th edition by Render, Stair, and Hanna (ISBN 978-0-13-214911-2 or 0-13-214911-7). Textbook is REQUIRED.
The book is available from the Ankeny campus bookstore. You can either go pick it up, or they will mail it to you. This book might also be available as a rental; contact the bookstore to inquire.
Software Applications
You will need to use either the QM software (available on the textbook website), or Microsoft Excel (NOT included), to complete your homework in this class.
Access to the Internet is required to take this course online.
Software Notice
“All the software used in this class is copyrighted; therefore, it is not for distribution, copying, or personal use. This software is the property of Des Moines Area Community College.”
Course Policies
Attendance
The class schedule includes an outline for class content, and due dates for assignments and quizzes. Students are expected to manage their own time when learning in an online environment; there is no set classroom time or lab time. A reasonable expectation of your time spent would be at least 4+ hours each week (spring schedule).
Plan to sign on several times a week, and work on the course throughout the week. If you plan to sign on at the last minute and try to get it done, you should not be taking this course.
A student may work ahead of the posted schedule, but getting too far behind can make it very difficult to complete the course work. All course work must be completed and turned in to the instructor by the due date listed.
COMPUTER FAILURE is not an excuse for missing assignments, due dates, or quizzes. If your home computer does not work, or if it has "issues", you are responsible for finding another computer to use, or going to one of the DMACC campuses to use one of the labs.
Grading Criteria
The final course grade is composed of:
DISCUSSION: each chapter begins with an online discussion thread. “Discussion” makes up approximately 10% of your final grade.
HOMEWORK: each chapter’s content is done individually and includes reading the text and online lecture notes, then solving and submitting your homework problems. “Homework” makes up approximately 40% of your final grade.
QUIZZES: each chapter ends with an online quiz. “Quizzes” make up approximately 50% of your final grade.
FINAL CASE STUDY: the class ends with an open-book final case study, equal in points to one regular chapter (40 points).
The number of points earned by the student, out of the total points possible, will determine the letter grade. (That's 40 points per chapter, 14 chapters and final case study, minus low quiz = 580 total points in the course.) The following scale is used:
A 90-100%
B 80-89%
C 70-79%
D 60-69%
F Less than 60%
The + (plus) or – (minus) will be assigned to the grade as appropriate.
Classroom Conduct
I expect you to be respectful to me, and to each other, in this class, even though you are in "cyberspace". If you feel uncomfortable about any aspect of our class environment, it is your responsibility to discuss it with me, the instructor.
Quiz Policy
There is an online quiz at the end of each chapter. These are open book, but they are timed. Quizzes must be completed by the posted due date and time; no late work accepted, no makeup quizzes given.
You have the option of discarding your one lowest quiz score; you can also use this option if you inadvertently miss taking a quiz (i.e. you receive a zero on one of your quizzes). No other exceptions apply to this policy.
QUIZZES ARE TAKEN BY YOU ALONE. Someone “helping” you is considered cheating and will be dealt with according to DMACC’s academic dishonesty policy (i.e. you will receive a zero for the quiz, and will be reported and referred to the dean of the college, and DMACC's judicial officer).
Late Assignments
There are numerous student assignments given during the course. The assignments, point value and due date are given on the course website, and are due as stated. You will not be given credit or points for late work. Plan your time accordingly.
Extra Credit
There is no extra credit option given to individual students. Any extra credit that is given would be available to all students equally, and posted on the course website in Announcements.
Academic Dishonesty/Plagiarism
It is important for you to be familiar with and follow DMACC’s Academic Misconduct policy. Students are encouraged to review DMACC’s Academic Misconduct Policy on-line at https://go.dmacc.edu/handbook/polprocedures/pages/academicmisconduct.aspx or in the DMACC Student Handbook.
Don't cheat. Don't claim the work of another as your own. These things are unacceptable to me, and to the college, and will be dealt with accordingly. This is an online course; it requires the same academic integrity as a face-to-face class does.
Being party to cheating, counts as cheating. You still get a zero and you still go through the process for academic dishonesty.
DMACC Information
Add/Drop Dates
https://go.dmacc.edu/registration/pages/add_drop.aspx
Note: it is the student's responsibility to officially "drop" any course for which they plan to discontinue attendance, by the appropriate deadline. If you just quit attending, it is not automatic- it will still show up on your transcript as an F or W. You must OFFICIALLY drop the course yourself.
Refund Policy
https://go.dmacc.edu/registration/Pages/refund.aspx
Support Services
Services for Students with Disabilities
https://go.dmacc.edu/student_services/disabilities
Any student with a documented disability who requires reasonable accommodation should contact the Disability Services Coordinator at 515-964-6850V or hlcoon@dmacc.edu or the counseling & advising office on any campus to apply for services.
Course Syllabus
Disclaimer: “This syllabus is representative of materials that will be covered in this class; it is not a contract between the student and the institution. It is subject to change without notice. Any potential exceptions to stated policies and requirements will be addressed on an individual basis, and only for reasons that meet specific requirements. If you have any problems related to this class, please feel free to discuss them with me.”
Nondiscrimination Policy: Des Moines Area Community College shall not engage in or allow discrimination covered by law. This includes harassment based on race, color, national origin, creed, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age, and disability. Veteran status in educational programs, activities, employment practices, or admission procedures is also included to the extent covered by law. Individuals who believe they have been discriminated against may file a complaint through the College Discrimination Complaint Procedures. Complaint forms may be obtained from the DMACC Web site, the Ombudsperson, Judicial Officer, Human Resources Department, the campus Provost's Offices, and Academic Deans’ Offices.
Students who wish additional information or assistance may contact the Executive Dean, Student Services, Laurie Wolf, Bldg. 1 on the Ankeny Campus, 515-964-6437 or the Judicial Officer, Debbie McKittrick, Bldg. 1 on the Ankeny Campus, 515-964-6574 or they may refer to Student Services procedure ES 4645 located at https://go.dmacc.edu/student_services/int. Click Policies & Procedures.
Employees and applicants who wish additional information or assistance may contact the EEO/AA Officer, Dr. Sandy Tryon, Human Resources, Bldg. 1 on Ankeny Campus, 515-964-6301 or refer to HR Procedures 3000, 3005, 3010, 3015, and 3020 at http://www.dmacc.edu/hr/hrpp.asp
Program Development/Academic Support Services Director, Sharon Bittner, is the official Student Accommodation Office/Section 504/ADA Coordinator for DMACC. The ADA Coordinator’s office is located in Bldg. 6-10e on the Ankeny Campus and may be contacted by voice (515-964-6857) or sgbittner@dmacc.edu. The ADA Coordinator is responsible for ensuring that the college complies with federal regulations that guarantee qualified students with disabilities equal access to all programs and services. Any student, faculty, or staff member may contact the ADA Coordinator’s office for clarification of federal regulations, appeal of a grievance, or resolution of a disability-related problem.
Syllabus Addendum
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If you do not have access to a computer and need a printed version of any of the information described above, contact your instructor.