Course Syllabus
Contact Information
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Course Details
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Course Prerequisites
SCM 5522: Fundamentals of Supply Chain Management
Course Materials
In this course, we will use case studies from Harvard Business Education. Please note: if you don't already have a student account, you'll need to create one to access this course pack.
You can download our Coursepack using the link below. Please ensure you download all four case studies.
There isn't a textbook required for this course. You can simply reference your texts from previous courses as an aide as necessary.
Grades
Breakdown
Course activities and grades listed for each activity
| Activity | Description | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Participation | Live Session, discussion board interactions, articles for discussion | 30% |
| Case Study Presentations | Group-led activity and participation by the rest of the class | 20% |
| Building Blocks | Weekly requirement leading to final project presentation | 30% |
| Final Project & Presentation | Report and presentation of your analysis of the weekly building block assignments | 20% |
| Total | 100% |
Scale
| Percentage | Letter Grade |
|---|---|
| 90–100% | A |
| 80–89% | B |
| 70–79% | C |
| 60–69% | D |
| Below 60% | F |
Course Components
Participation
This course leans heavily on your participation during the Live Sessions as well as on the discussion board. Since this is your capstone course, you've already learned the details you'll need to be successful in supply chain management. This course is not a continuation of that learning but a summary, or meta-view of that learning. We'll spend most of our time discussing the "so what" of the program material to date and how you would apply it. To be successful, you'll need to participate weekly and be heard.
Case Studies Presentations
This course includes case studies relevant to topics we cover in class. Everyone will read the case study and be prepared to discuss it in class. One group will have responsibility for presenting the case to the class and leading the discussion of the case. You will be graded on your case presentation and on the engagement of the rest of the class.
I will post the case studies and identify the week we will cover each one. You may sign up for the case study that interests you the most or fits your schedule better. Please be aware that the earlier you sign up the better chance you have of getting your preferred case. Additionally, it's OK if you work among yourselves to swap cases as your personal schedules change. However, everyone must participate in a case study group to receive credit for this assignment. Please note: Case Study assignments cannot be submitted past the assignment due date.
Building Block Assignments
The Building Block assignments are designed as the name implies: You will build an analysis of a supply chain, one piece at a time. Each block will tie to that week's lesson and add one more piece to your final project. The assignments are due before the Live Session each week, and we'll take a few minutes at the beginning of class to discuss a few of your inputs. This is simply a method to cross-share information among your cohort. By the end of week 7, you'll have nearly everything you need for your final project presentation during week 8.
Final Project Presentation
Your final project is the aggregation of your Building Block assignments. You will take each piece developed over the length of the course and synthesize the information into one analysis of the supply chain you've outlined. Your final product is a written compilation of your previous work. For the final week of class, each of you will have approximately 10 minutes to present your analysis to the class using PowerPoint (or Adobe, etc.). There are further instructions in Module 8's lesson plan.
Course Policies
Communication
Please reference the "How to be Successful in this course" page in the Start Here module for a more in-depth list of expectations.
E-mail is the best way to contact me and I will respond as soon as I am able within 24 hours. Responses will generally be before or after normal business hours and during lunchtime (Central time) but not throughout the day. I'll also be available via e-mail on the weekends, but the same 24-hour reply time also applies, though I should be quicker on Saturday and Sunday.
Feedback
I will have your graded material back to you within one week of the assignment's due date. However, in most cases, you can expect your grades or feedback before that time.
Late Policy
I expect assignments to be turned in on time. All assignments are required for successful course completion. Please note: Case Study assignments cannot be submitted past the due date. If you believe you will be late submitting any other assignment, please reach out to me at least the day before it is due to discuss. Each situation is different, so I do not have a one-size-fits-all policy. However, telling me the day an assignment is due that it will be late will not work. Your grade will be reduced by one letter grade (e.g. A down to a B) for every week it is late.
Plagiarism
Plagiarism is the most common form of academic misconduct at OU. There is basically no college-level assignment that can be satisfactorily completed by copying. OU's basic assumption about writing is that all written assignments show the student's own understanding in the student's own words. That means all writing assignments, in class or out, are assumed to be composed entirely of words generated (not simply found) by the student, except where words written by someone else are specifically marked as such with proper citation. Including other people's words in your paper is helpful when you do it honestly and correctly. When you don't, it's plagiarism.
For more information about plagiarism, watch this video and then take this short course offered by University Libraries.
Academic Integrity for Artificial Intelligence Programs
In this course, we may use generative Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools for specific assignments to teach you how to successfully leverage the technology, especially for work. Using AI programs where they are not explicitly assigned or allowed is considered academic dishonesty and will be considered a violation of academic integrity. If the usage of such programs is found, students will receive a “0” for the grade and will be reported to OU’s Integrity Council. Students unsure about using AI tools in coursework should speak directly to their instructor or seek guidance from the Student's Guide to Academic Integrity.
University Academic Policies and Student Support
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We acknowledge this territory once also served as a hunting ground, trade exchange point, and migration route for the Apache, Comanche, Kiowa and Osage nations. Today, 39 tribal nations dwell in the state of Oklahoma as a result of settler and colonial policies that were designed to assimilate Native people.
The University of Oklahoma recognizes the historical connection our university has with its indigenous community. We acknowledge, honor and respect the diverse Indigenous peoples connected to this land. We fully recognize, support and advocate for the sovereign rights of all of Oklahoma’s 39 tribal nations. This acknowledgment is aligned with our university’s core value of creating a diverse and inclusive community. It is an institutional responsibility to recognize and acknowledge the people, culture and history that make up our entire OU Community.
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Student Handbook
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Student Support Services
OU offers a variety of services to support students. For more information, please refer to the Student Support Module in your Orientation course.
Online Library
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Copyright Statement and Privacy Information
Sessions of this course may be recorded or live-streamed. These recordings are the intellectual property of the individual faculty member and may not be shared or reproduced without the explicit, written consent of the faculty member. In addition, the privacy rights of others such as students, guest lecturers, and providers of copyrighted material displayed in the recording may be of concern. Students may not share any course recordings with individuals not enrolled in the class or upload them to any other online environment.
Academic Integrity
As a member of the OU community, it is your responsibility to protect your educational investment by knowing and following the rules. The Student Code is available from the Office of the Vice President for Student Affairs and is contained in the Student's Guide to Academic Integrity.
Academic honesty is incredibly important in this course. Cheating is strictly prohibited at the University of Oklahoma because it devalues the degree you are working hard to get. Should you know of someone else engaging in academic misconduct, please report it to your instructor or directly to the Office of Academic Integrity. Your instructor has a professional obligation to report academic misconduct.
In addition to the course conduct policies outlined by your professor in the Course Syllabus in the online classroom, please review the Graduate Student Handbook.
Religious Observance
It is the policy of the University to excuse the absences of students that result from religious observances and to reschedule examinations and additional required classwork that may fall on religious holidays, without penalty. [See Faculty Handbook 3.15.2].
Reasonable Accommodation for Disabilities
The Accessibility and Disability Resource Center (ADRC) is committed to supporting students with disabilities to ensure that they can enjoy equal access to all components of their education. This includes your academics, housing, and community events. Please review OU's Accessibility Policy.
If you are experiencing a disability or a mental/medical health condition that has a significant impact on one or more life functions, you can receive accommodations to provide equal access. Possible disabilities include but are not limited to learning disabilities, AD(H)D, mental health, and chronic health. Additionally, we support students with temporary medical conditions (broken wrist, shoulder surgery, etc.) and pregnancy.
To discuss potential accommodations, please contact the ADRC at 730 College Avenue, (phone) 405-325-3852, or adrc@ou.edu.
Title IX Resources
For any concerns regarding gender-based discrimination, sexual harassment, sexual misconduct, stalking, or intimate partner violence, the University offers a variety of resources, including advocates on-call 24/7, counseling services, mutual no-contact orders, scheduling adjustments, and disciplinary sanctions against the perpetrator. To learn more or to report an incident, please contact the Institutional Equity Office (M-F, from 8-5, at 405-325-3546) or OU Advocates (available 24/7 at 405-615-0013).
Adjustments for Pregnancy/Childbirth-Related Issues
Should you need modifications or adjustments to your course requirements because of documented pregnancy-related or childbirth-related issues, please contact your instructor as soon as possible to discuss your options. Generally, modifications will be made where medically necessary and similar in scope to accommodations based on temporary disability. Learn more about the rights of pregnant and parenting students by consulting the FAQ sheets provided by the Institutional Equity Office.
Mental Health Support Services
If you are experiencing any mental health issues that are impacting your academic performance, counseling is available at the University Counseling Center (UCC). The Center is located on the second floor of the Goddard Health Center, at 620 Elm Rm. 201, Norman, OK 73019. To schedule an appointment, call 405-325-2911. For more information, please visit the University Counseling Center.
Final Exam Preparation Period
Pre-finals week will be defined as the seven calendar days before the first day of finals. Faculty may cover new course material throughout this week. For specific provisions of the policy please refer to OU's Final Exam Preparation Period policy.
Required Policies for Students On Campus
Emergency Protocol
During an emergency, there are official university procedures that will maximize your safety.
Severe Weather: If you receive an OU Alert to seek refuge or hear a tornado siren that signals severe weather:
- Look for severe weather refuge location maps located inside most OU buildings near the entrances
- Seek refuge inside a building. Do not leave one building to seek shelter in another building that you deem safer. If outside, get into the nearest building.
- Go to the building’s severe weather refuge location. If you do not know where that is, go to the lowest level possible and seek refuge in the innermost room. Avoid outside doors and windows.
- Get in, Get Down, Cover Up.
- Wait for official notice to resume normal activities.
Additional information about severe weather preparedness is available through the Department of Campus Safety's Emergency Management Division.
OU-Norman Campus: Tornado Refuge Protocol
Severe Weather Preparedness Video
Armed Subject/Campus Intruder
If you receive an OU Alert to shelter-in-place due to an active shooter or armed intruder situation or you hear what you perceive to be gunshots:
- Avoid: If you believe you can get out of the area without encountering the armed individual, move quickly towards the nearest building exit, move away from the building, and call 911.
- Deny: If you cannot flee, move to an area that can be locked or barricaded, turn off lights, silence devices, spread out, and formulate a plan of attack if the shooter enters the room.
- Defend: As a last resort fight to defend yourself. For more information, visit:
OU's Emergency Preparedness site
Shots Fire on Campus Procedure
Fire Alarm/General Emergency
If you receive an OU Alert that there is danger inside or near the building, or the fire alarm inside the building activates:
- Leave the building. Do not use the elevators.
- Know at least two building exits.
- Assist those who may need help.
- Proceed to the emergency assembly area.
- Once safely outside, Notify first responders of anyone who may still be inside the building due to mobility issues.
- Wait for official notice before attempting to re-enter the building.
Course Summary:
| Date | Details | Due |
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