BMGT 1327-2A1

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Principles of Management (BMGT 1327-2A.1) CREDIT 03 Semester Credit Hours (03 hours lecture, 00 hours lab) MODE OF INSTRUCTION Online PREREQUISITE/CO-REQUISITE: None COURSE DESCRIPTION Students will discuss the Concepts, Terminology, Principles, Theories, and Issues in the Field of Management. LEARNING OBJECTIVES Upon completion of this course, the student will be able to • Explain various theories, processes, and functions of Management. • Apply theories to a business environment. • Identify leadership roles in organizations. • Describe elements of the Communication Process. INSTRUCTOR CONTACT INFORMATION Instructor: Matthew Johnson Email: mtjohnson@lit.edu Office Phone: 409.247.4982 Office Location: Technology Centre (TC), Suite 216 Office Hours: M/W/F: 1000-1230; Tu/Th:1100-1230 REQUIRED TEXTBOOK AND MATERIALS Principles of Management (OpenStax) ISBN: 978-0-9986257-6-8 Digital PDF and Web-Access versions of the textbook are provided to students without charge through the Course Blackboard Portal. PARTICIPATION POLICY Students are highly encouraged to log-in and access the course 2-3 times per week. Attendance is taken daily for face-to-face classes. DROP POLICY If you wish to drop a course, you are responsible for initiating and completing the drop process. If you stop coming to class and fail to drop the course, you will earn an “F” in the course. Approved: Initials/date COURSE CALENDAR DATE TOPIC READINGS (Due on this Date) ASSIGNMENTS (Due on this Date) 01/23/26 Chapter 01 Chapter 01 Chapter 01 Homework 01/27/26 Chapter 02 Chapter 02 Chapter 02 Homework 01/29/26 Chapter 03 Chapter 03 Chapter 03 Homework 02/04/26 Unit 01 Exam 02/10/26 Chapter 04 Chapter 04 Chapter 04 Homework 02/12/26 Chapter 05 Chapter 05 Chapter 05 Homework 02/17/26 Chapter 06 Chapter 06 Chapter 06 Homework 02/20/26 Unit 02 Exam 02/24/26 Chapter 07 Chapter 07 Chapter 07 Homework 02/26/26 Chapter 08 Chapter 08 Chapter 08 Homework 03/03/26 Chapter 09 Chapter 09 Chapter 09 Homework 03/06/26 Unit 03 Exam 03/17/26 Chapter 10 Chapter 10 Chapter 10 Homework 03/19/26 Chapter 11 Chapter 11 Chapter 11 Homework 03/24/26 Chapter 12 Chapter 12 Chapter 12 Homework 03/27/26 Unit 04 Exam 03/31/26 Chapter 13 Chapter 13 Chapter 13 Homework 04/02/26 Chapter 14 Chapter 14 Chapter 14 Homework 04/07/26 Chapter 15 Chapter 15 Chapter 15 Homework 04/10/26 Unit 05 Exam 04/14/26 Chapter 16 Chapter 16 Chapter 16 Homework 04/16/26 Chapter 17 Chapter 17 Chapter 17 Homework 04/21/26 Chapter 18 Chapter 18 Chapter 18 Homework 04/24/26 Unit 06 Exam 05/01/26 Final Exam COURSE EVALUATION Final grades will be calculated according to the following criteria: ● Chapter Homework—30 percent ● Unit Tests— 40 percent ● Final Exam—30 percent GRADE SCALE ● 90-100 A ● 80-89 B ● 70-79 C ● 60-69 D ● 0-59 F TECHNICAL REQUIREMENTS For the latest technical requirements, including hardware, compatible browsers, operating systems, etc., review the Minimum Computer and Equipment Requirements on the LIT Online Experience page. A functional broadband internet connection, such as DSL, cable, or WiFi is necessary to maximize the use of online technology and resources. DISABILITIES STATEMENT The Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 are federal anti-discrimination statutes that provide comprehensive civil rights for persons with disabilities. LIT provides reasonable accommodations as defined in the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Section 504 and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, to students with a diagnosed disability. The Special Populations Office is located in the Eagles’ Nest Room 129 and helps foster a supportive and inclusive educational environment by maintaining partnerships with faculty and staff, as well as promoting awareness among all members of the Lamar Institute of Technology community. If you believe you have a disability requiring an accommodation, please contact the Special Populations Coordinator at (409)-951-5708 or email specialpopulations@lit.edu. You may also visit the online resource at Special Populations - Lamar Institute of Technology (lit.edu). STUDENT CODE OF CONDUCT STATEMENT It is the responsibility of all registered Lamar Institute of Technology students to access, read, understand and abide by all published policies, regulations, and procedures listed in the LIT Catalog and Student Handbook. The LIT Catalog and Student Handbook may be accessed at www.lit.edu. Please note that the online version of the LIT Catalog and Student Handbook supersedes all other versions of the same document. ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE STATEMENT Lamar Institute of Technology (LIT) recognizes the recent advances in Artificial Intelligence (AI), such as ChatGPT, have changed the landscape of many career disciplines and will impact many students in and out of the classroom. To prepare students for their selected careers, LIT desires to guide students in the ethical use of these technologies and incorporate AI into classroom instruction and assignments appropriately. Appropriate use of these technologies is at the discretion of the instructor. Students are reminded that all submitted work must be their own original work unless otherwise specified. Students should contact their instructor with any questions as to the acceptable use of AI/ChatGPT in their courses STARFISH LIT utilizes an early alert system called Starfish. Throughout the semester, you may receive emails from Starfish regarding your course grades, attendance, or academic performance. Faculty members record student attendance, raise flags and kudos to express concern or give praise, and you can make an appointment with faculty and staff all through the Starfish home page. You can also login to Blackboard or MyLIT and click on the Starfish link to view academic alerts and detailed information. It is the responsibility of the student to pay attention to these emails and information in Starfish and consider taking the recommended actions. Starfish is used to help you be a successful student at LIT. ADDITIONAL COURSE POLICIES/INFORMATION Announcements: I will typically post announcements weekly, usually on Sunday afternoons. These announcements indicate upcoming due dates and notes which will be important to your success in this course. You should carefully read these announcements every week. Professional Communication: My preferred method of communication is through my office mobile number at 409.247.4982. Please leave a message with your Name, Your Course Number (e.g. ECON 2301-2A.2), and the main reason(s) you are calling me should you be directed to voicemail. I will assume you are a spam call if you do not leave me a message and I will not return your call without this information. Additionally, you may text me at the above number. You must download Microsoft Teams through your respective App Store and Log-in with your LIT Credentials for this option to work. Alternatively, you may contact me via email at mtjohnson@lit.edu. Students must use appropriate e-mail etiquette when corresponding with their instructor. This involves writing emails in a “letter” format as opposed to a “text chat” format. Please see the “Email Etiquette” graphic located in the “Helpful Resources” folder in Blackboard for all guidance concerning how to compose a professional and respectful email. Use of Instructional Materials: Instructional materials, such as Powerpoint Presentations, Instructional Videos, etc. are provided in Blackboard for each Chapter. These will be useful in understanding and reinforcing concepts as they are presented in class. Content folders are scheduled to unlock/grant access throughout the semester to ensure synchronous learning. I am attempting to convert all of my courses into a “Flipped” learning environment. This means that the Powerpoint presentations (i.e. lectures) will be recorded and posted for you to watch and take notes on your own time. Class time will be reserved for the application of theories and a holistic enrichment experience by working through sample problems. Due Dates: All assignments will have their due dates posted in the announcement at the beginning of the week. I allow for a “Grace Period” of 3 days for all Chapter Homework and Unit Exams. For example, an assignment due on Sunday, 20 January at 2300 (11PM) will be given a Grace Period until Wednesday, 23 January at 1700 (5PM). I do not allow for a Grace Period for the Final Exam. Assignments will be permanently locked after the end of the Grace Period. I will not, except under the most dire circumstances (e.g. hospitalization), re-open any assignments after the end of the Grace Period. You will need to provide any and all evidence requested by myself should you request to submit any assignment outside of the Grace Period. Chapter Homework: Chapter Homeworks are 25-question Multiple-Choice and True-False assessments designed to ensure that you have read, watched, or listened to the necessary content aligned with each Chapter. You will be given 1 hour (60 minutes) to complete each of your Chapter Homeworks. You will be given two opportunities to submit each Chapter Homework to me. The final grade for each Chapter Homework will either be the average of the two “raw scores” or the “raw score” from a single submission. Unit Exams: Exams will be provided within a Blackboard Examination window. The exams will be timed and are typically limited to 90 minutes with 100 questions. Make-up exams will not be provided. Any missed exam will merit a grade of zero until replaced with the grade earned on the Final Exam. Your exam will be graded immediately and returned to you in Blackboard. Feedback on specific questions will be given after the termination of the Grace Period. You must work alone on all assignments weighted as Tests. This includes Unit Exams, Concept Maps, and the Final Exam. Cheating on any assignment is not acceptable and will be subject to violations of the Academic Dishonesty Policy. Academic Dishonesty will result in a zero on any assignment. A second incidence of Academic Dishonesty will be handled at the discretion of the Department Chair. There will be a comprehensive Final Exam at the end of the Semester. All students are required to take the Final Exam. Failure to take the Final Exam will result in a failure of the course. Miscellaneous: Reliable Internet access is required for all online courses and many traditional courses. Computer failure and lack of internet access are not acceptable excuses for missed assignments, projects, quizzes, or exams. A lack of preparation on your part does not constitute an emergency on my part. Do not postpone completion of assignments until the last minute. You are expected to attend class as a professional student. This means you are to demonstrate proper hygiene, dress appropriately, and conduct yourself in a professional manner. Disrespect or insubordination will not be tolerated and will result in dismissal from class. I will not discuss your academic progress over the phone. I will not answer emails past 6:30pm (1830) each day and I will not answer emails over the weekend (Friday at 1700 until Sunday at 1500). It is the responsibility of the student to properly withdraw from the course. The withdrawal process will not be initiated by the instructor. It is my policy to NOT give Incompletes as a final course grade. I reserve the right, as the instructor, to change, alter, omit, or add to the tentative course outline and calendar. This course continues to be a "work in progress". Assignments, due dates, etc. can change. Any and all changes will be reflected in Blackboard.

Lecture and Discussion Topics

• Principles of Management (BMGT 1327-2A.1) CREDIT 03 Semester Credit Hours (03 hours lecture, 00 hours lab) MODE OF INSTRUCTION Online PREREQUISITE/CO-REQUISITE: None COURSE DESCRIPTION Students will discuss the Concepts, Terminology, Principles, Theories, and Issues in the Field of Management. LEARNING OBJECTIVES Upon completion of this course, the student will be able to • Explain various theories, processes, and functions of Management. • Apply theories to a business environment. • Identify leadership roles in organizations. • Describe elements of the Communication Process. INSTRUCTOR CONTACT INFORMATION Instructor: Matthew Johnson Email: mtjohnson@lit.edu Office Phone: 409.247.4982 Office Location: Technology Centre (TC), Suite 216 Office Hours: M/W/F: 1000-1230; Tu/Th:1100-1230 REQUIRED TEXTBOOK AND MATERIALS Principles of Management (OpenStax) ISBN: 978-0-9986257-6-8 Digital PDF and Web-Access versions of the textbook are provided to students without charge through the Course Blackboard Portal. PARTICIPATION POLICY Students are highly encouraged to log-in and access the course 2-3 times per week. Attendance is taken daily for face-to-face classes. DROP POLICY If you wish to drop a course, you are responsible for initiating and completing the drop process. If you stop coming to class and fail to drop the course, you will earn an “F” in the course. Approved: Initials/date
• COURSE CALENDAR DATE TOPIC READINGS (Due on this Date) ASSIGNMENTS (Due on this Date) 01/23/26 Chapter 01 Chapter 01 Chapter 01 Homework 01/27/26 Chapter 02 Chapter 02 Chapter 02 Homework 01/29/26 Chapter 03 Chapter 03 Chapter 03 Homework 02/04/26 Unit 01 Exam 02/10/26 Chapter 04 Chapter 04 Chapter 04 Homework 02/12/26 Chapter 05 Chapter 05 Chapter 05 Homework 02/17/26 Chapter 06 Chapter 06 Chapter 06 Homework 02/20/26 Unit 02 Exam 02/24/26 Chapter 07 Chapter 07 Chapter 07 Homework 02/26/26 Chapter 08 Chapter 08 Chapter 08 Homework 03/03/26 Chapter 09 Chapter 09 Chapter 09 Homework 03/06/26 Unit 03 Exam 03/17/26 Chapter 10 Chapter 10 Chapter 10 Homework 03/19/26 Chapter 11 Chapter 11 Chapter 11 Homework 03/24/26 Chapter 12 Chapter 12 Chapter 12 Homework 03/27/26 Unit 04 Exam 03/31/26 Chapter 13 Chapter 13 Chapter 13 Homework 04/02/26 Chapter 14 Chapter 14 Chapter 14 Homework 04/07/26 Chapter 15 Chapter 15 Chapter 15 Homework 04/10/26 Unit 05 Exam 04/14/26 Chapter 16 Chapter 16 Chapter 16 Homework 04/16/26 Chapter 17 Chapter 17 Chapter 17 Homework 04/21/26 Chapter 18 Chapter 18 Chapter 18 Homework 04/24/26 Unit 06 Exam 05/01/26 Final Exam COURSE EVALUATION Final grades will be calculated according to the following criteria: ● Chapter Homework—30 percent ● Unit Tests— 40 percent ● Final Exam—30 percent GRADE SCALE ● 90-100 A ● 80-89 B ● 70-79 C ● 60-69 D ● 0-59 F
• TECHNICAL REQUIREMENTS For the latest technical requirements, including hardware, compatible browsers, operating systems, etc., review the Minimum Computer and Equipment Requirements on the LIT Online Experience page. A functional broadband internet connection, such as DSL, cable, or WiFi is necessary to maximize the use of online technology and resources. DISABILITIES STATEMENT The Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 are federal anti-discrimination statutes that provide comprehensive civil rights for persons with disabilities. LIT provides reasonable accommodations as defined in the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Section 504 and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, to students with a diagnosed disability. The Special Populations Office is located in the Eagles’ Nest Room 129 and helps foster a supportive and inclusive educational environment by maintaining partnerships with faculty and staff, as well as promoting awareness among all members of the Lamar Institute of Technology community. If you believe you have a disability requiring an accommodation, please contact the Special Populations Coordinator at (409)-951-5708 or email specialpopulations@lit.edu. You may also visit the online resource at Special Populations - Lamar Institute of Technology (lit.edu). STUDENT CODE OF CONDUCT STATEMENT It is the responsibility of all registered Lamar Institute of Technology students to access, read, understand and abide by all published policies, regulations, and procedures listed in the LIT Catalog and Student Handbook. The LIT Catalog and Student Handbook may be accessed at www.lit.edu. Please note that the online version of the LIT Catalog and Student Handbook supersedes all other versions of the same document. ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE STATEMENT Lamar Institute of Technology (LIT) recognizes the recent advances in Artificial Intelligence (AI), such as ChatGPT, have changed the landscape of many career disciplines and will impact many students in and out of the classroom. To prepare students for their selected careers, LIT desires to guide students in the ethical use of these technologies and incorporate AI into classroom instruction and assignments appropriately. Appropriate use of these technologies is at the discretion of the instructor. Students are reminded that all submitted work must be their own original work unless otherwise specified. Students should contact their instructor with any questions as to the acceptable use of AI/ChatGPT in their courses STARFISH LIT utilizes an early alert system called Starfish. Throughout the semester, you may receive emails from Starfish regarding your course grades, attendance, or academic performance. Faculty members record student attendance, raise flags and kudos to express concern or give praise, and you can make an appointment with faculty and staff all through the Starfish home page. You can also login to Blackboard or MyLIT and click on the Starfish link to view academic
• alerts and detailed information. It is the responsibility of the student to pay attention to these emails and information in Starfish and consider taking the recommended actions. Starfish is used to help you be a successful student at LIT. ADDITIONAL COURSE POLICIES/INFORMATION Announcements: I will typically post announcements weekly, usually on Sunday afternoons. These announcements indicate upcoming due dates and notes which will be important to your success in this course. You should carefully read these announcements every week. Professional Communication: My preferred method of communication is through my office mobile number at 409.247.4982. Please leave a message with your Name, Your Course Number (e.g. ECON 2301-2A.2), and the main reason(s) you are calling me should you be directed to voicemail. I will assume you are a spam call if you do not leave me a message and I will not return your call without this information. Additionally, you may text me at the above number. You must download Microsoft Teams through your respective App Store and Log-in with your LIT Credentials for this option to work. Alternatively, you may contact me via email at mtjohnson@lit.edu. Students must use appropriate e-mail etiquette when corresponding with their instructor. This involves writing emails in a “letter” format as opposed to a “text chat” format. Please see the “Email Etiquette” graphic located in the “Helpful Resources” folder in Blackboard for all guidance concerning how to compose a professional and respectful email. Use of Instructional Materials: Instructional materials, such as Powerpoint Presentations, Instructional Videos, etc. are provided in Blackboard for each Chapter. These will be useful in understanding and reinforcing concepts as they are presented in class. Content folders are scheduled to unlock/grant access throughout the semester to ensure synchronous learning. I am attempting to convert all of my courses into a “Flipped” learning environment. This means that the Powerpoint presentations (i.e. lectures) will be recorded and posted for you to watch and take notes on your own time. Class time will be reserved for the application of theories and a holistic enrichment experience by working through sample problems.
• Due Dates: All assignments will have their due dates posted in the announcement at the beginning of the week. I allow for a “Grace Period” of 3 days for all Chapter Homework and Unit Exams. For example, an assignment due on Sunday, 20 January at 2300 (11PM) will be given a Grace Period until Wednesday, 23 January at 1700 (5PM). I do not allow for a Grace Period for the Final Exam. Assignments will be permanently locked after the end of the Grace Period. I will not, except under the most dire circumstances (e.g. hospitalization), re-open any assignments after the end of the Grace Period. You will need to provide any and all evidence requested by myself should you request to submit any assignment outside of the Grace Period. Chapter Homework: Chapter Homeworks are 25-question Multiple-Choice and True-False assessments designed to ensure that you have read, watched, or listened to the necessary content aligned with each Chapter. You will be given 1 hour (60 minutes) to complete each of your Chapter Homeworks. You will be given two opportunities to submit each Chapter Homework to me. The final grade for each Chapter Homework will either be the average of the two “raw scores” or the “raw score” from a single submission. Unit Exams: Exams will be provided within a Blackboard Examination window. The exams will be timed and are typically limited to 90 minutes with 100 questions. Make-up exams will not be provided. Any missed exam will merit a grade of zero until replaced with the grade earned on the Final Exam. Your exam will be graded immediately and returned to you in Blackboard. Feedback on specific questions will be given after the termination of the Grace Period. You must work alone on all assignments weighted as Tests. This includes Unit Exams, Concept Maps, and the Final Exam. Cheating on any assignment is not acceptable and will be subject to violations of the Academic Dishonesty Policy. Academic Dishonesty will result in a zero on any assignment. A second incidence of Academic Dishonesty will be handled at the discretion of the Department Chair. There will be a comprehensive Final Exam at the end of the Semester. All students are required to take the Final Exam. Failure to take the Final Exam will result in a failure of the course. Miscellaneous: Reliable Internet access is required for all online courses and many traditional courses. Computer failure and lack of internet access are not acceptable excuses for missed assignments, projects, quizzes, or exams. A lack of preparation on your part does not constitute an emergency on my part. Do not postpone completion of assignments until the last minute.
• You are expected to attend class as a professional student. This means you are to demonstrate proper hygiene, dress appropriately, and conduct yourself in a professional manner. Disrespect or insubordination will not be tolerated and will result in dismissal from class. I will not discuss your academic progress over the phone. I will not answer emails past 6:30pm (1830) each day and I will not answer emails over the weekend (Friday at 1700 until Sunday at 1500). It is the responsibility of the student to properly withdraw from the course. The withdrawal process will not be initiated by the instructor. It is my policy to NOT give Incompletes as a final course grade. I reserve the right, as the instructor, to change, alter, omit, or add to the tentative course outline and calendar. This course continues to be a "work in progress". Assignments, due dates, etc. can change. Any and all changes will be reflected in Blackboard.