The topics include the processes of planning, organizing, staffing, directing, and controlling manufacturing and service operations. Emphasis will be on quantitative models such as forecasting, process planning, inventory modeling and quality control, as well as organizational effectiveness within a contingent framework. Although the class is not designed in a seminar format, questions and topically related comments from students are encouraged and welcomed. Provisions are made for in-class and experiential exercises. The instructors reserve the right to adjust grades up or down depending upon less quantifiable measures such as amount and quality of class participation, attendance and tardiness, and dedication to excellence.
Attendance is required.
Excessive absences will result in no credit being given for the course. The articles should be selected from a variety of business journals. Each article should be less than three years old. Each abstract should be a summary of the main points in the article written in your own words. Please do not copy portions of the article unless that portion is enclosed in quotes.