In addition to reading assignments from their textbook and links to relevant Internet sites, students will complete a number of experiential exercises, including a simulation game, designed to tie the course concepts together. They will discuss insights gained from the exercises and the simulation game via a computerized discussion list. The Commission on Higher Education recently approved distance delivery of the Business Administration major offered by Indiana State University as part of the DegreeLink program. With approval of the DegreeLink program, the demand for courses offered at a distance will expand and necessitate use of additional types of media. The ISU Business Administration program requires students to choose three emphasis areas to augment the core business courses they will take.
Students take two classes in each emphasis area.
One emphasis area routinely offered is Quality and Decision Sciences. The purpose of this project is to develop a web-based course for asynchronous delivery that will be available for students selecting QDS for an emphasis area. The course, taught once on campus with this topic, focuses on ISO 9000, ISO 14000, and QS 9000. ISO 9000 is an appropriate topic for a wide range of students. Many graduates of the program will take jobs with ISO firms or firms seeking ISO registration.