It is not about techniques or skills that can be applied to solve well defined problems. The course calls for a systems point of view and a willingness to challenge common points of view.
Class meetings are to be regarded as important business appointments.
Prompt and regular attendance is required. Attendance will be a factor in determining a student's grade insofar as the class participation portion of the final grade is concerned. Group work, discussion and study on cases or readings assigned for class discussion are expected and encouraged. Written assignments are to be individually prepared. All written assignments are to be turned in at the class meeting on the scheduled dates.