Master of Science in Cyber Security

MGMT 502
Business Essentials

Student Course Syllabus

Instructor Contact Information

Instructor Name: Dr. Danielle Babb
Email: dani.babb@eccu.edu
Office Hours: Monday through Saturday from 3 pm to 7 pm PST
Office Location: Online
Phone Contact: 949.836.5731

Credit hours: 3
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1. Course Summary
1.1 Purpose of Class:
This course will lay a broad foundation of understanding the processes of business
principles globally and for a varied population of students who work in businesses of all
kinds including the IT and IA fields. The course covers the latest changes in
Information Technology for Business, including computer-aided manufacturing (CAM),
applications software, and recent ethical issues arising from IT. Real-life business
examples are added throughout the course that reinforces the business principles.
1.2 Major Instructional Areas
1. The U.S. Business Environment
2. Business Ethics and Social Responsibility
3. The Global Context of Business
4. Business Management
5. Organizing the Business
6. Operations Management and Quality
7. Employee Behavior and Motivation
8. Human Resource Management and Labor Relations
9. Leadership and Decision Making
10. Marketing Processes and Consumer Behavior
11. Pricing, Distributing, and Promoting Products
12. Money and Banking
13. Managing Finances
1.3 Course Objectives:
Students who successfully complete this class will be able to:
1. Explain the importance of the economic environment to business. Analyze the
factors used to evaluate the performance of an economic environment.
2. Describe each of the common legal and political issues among nations that affect
international business: quotas, tariffs, subsidies, and business practice laws, etc.
3. Companies with different business strategies are best served by having different
operations capabilities. Demonstrate how this works.
4. Evaluate leadership to decision making by discussing rational and behavioral
perspectives.
5. Identify the 5 “forces” that constitute the external marketing environment to meet its
organizational goals.

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6. Aside from the impact of Information Technology has on the business world,
identify the threats and risks IT poses for businesses.
7. Discuss some of the institutions and activities in international banking structures
and global finance.
1.4 SCANS Objectives
SCANS is an acronym for Secretary’s Commission on Achieving Necessary Skills. The
committee, appointed by the National Secretary of Labor in 1990, created a list of skills
and competencies that continue to be a valuable resource for individuals developing
their careers in a high-tech job market. For more information on the SCANS objectives,
visit The U.S. Department of Labor Employment and Training Administration:
www.doleta.gov.

2. Evaluation and Grading

2.1 ECCU Academic Credit and Grading Policy:
The academic credit used by ECCU is based off twelve-week courses that constitute 3
credits per course. All courses constitute approximately 100 hours of work per course
(reading, Online Discussion Forum postings, assignments, papers and supplementary
requirements).

2.2 Point-grade breakdown:

The ECCU Course grading structure will follow the Academic Grading Symbols and
Quality Points Earned

Quality Points
Percentage Points Grade Comments
Earned

Superior Attainment of Course

90 - 100% 360-400 A 4.0
Outcomes

80 - 89% 320-359 B Good Attainment of Course Outcomes 3.0

Acceptable Attainment of Course

70 - 79% 280-319 C 2.0
Outcomes

60 - 69% 240-279 D Poor Attainment of Course Outcomes 1.0

0 - 59% 000-239 F Non-Attainment of Course Outcomes 0.0

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2.3 Assessment and Grading Structure

Nos. Value Total Weightage (%)

Discussion Threads (DT) 10 10 100 25

Assignments (AS) 20 10 200 50
Final Exam (FE) 50 2 100 25
Total Possible Score 400 100
NOTE: Each week you will have assessments that you must complete for class credit.
Please refer to the MyEccuni online portal to complete any quizzes, discussion
threads, lab assessments, or summative assessments for each week.

DISCUSSION QUESTION REQUIREMENTS

Discussion questions constitute a significant portion of your final grade for this course,
so please give them an appropriate level of time and effort. You will have a single
discussion question grade for each week, but the rubric includes 3 components. Each
component will be weighted equally. Additionally, please note the posting due dates
listed below.
Component 1: Initial Response
• This posting is your direct response to the discussion question itself.
• You are required to post one initial response to each discussion question.
• Total length for initial responses should be 2 to 3 paragraphs.
Component 2: Participation
• Responding to my Instructor posts or to your classmate’s posts is graded as
Participation.
• The minimum requirement is two participation posts per discussion question.
• Total length for participation postings should be 1 to 2 paragraphs.
Component 3: Due Dates
Initiating the class discussion earlier in the week fosters a collaborative environment,
and improves the overall learning experience. As a result, please comply with the
following due dates (for each discussion question).
• Day 4: Initial Response
• Day 5: Participation #1
• Day 7: Participation #2
LATE DISCUSSION QUESTION AND PARTICIPATION POSTINGS:
Please note that there is no make-up opportunity for late DQ or Participation postings.
You must post and participate on-time each week to receive credit.

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WRITTEN ASSIGNMENT REQUIREMENTS

Please provide a substantive, graduate-level answer to each question. Be mindful of
introductions & conclusions, paragraph organization and flow, paragraph length,
sentence structure, grammar and spelling, and proper credit to outside sources. For
written papers, follow APA formatting guidelines to include title page, page numbers,
spacing, font style & size, in-text citations and works cited page.

3. Master of Science in Cyber Security (MSCS) Program

Objectives
1. Application of technical strategies, tools and techniques to secure data and information
for a customer or client
2. Adherence to a high standard of ethical behavior
3. Use of research in both established venues and innovative applications to expand the
body of knowledge in information assurance
4. Application of principles of critical thinking to creatively and systematically solve the
problems and meet the challenges of the ever-changing environments of cyber security
5. Mastery of the skills necessary to move into leadership roles in companies, agencies,
divisions, or departments

4. Learning Standards
4.1 Four Standards of Performance
Always use these standards of performance anytime you write a research paper,
respond to a case study or answer discussion threads.
These 4 Standards of Performance, when used fully, will produce an excellent paper.
Depth of Reflection: Be sure to demonstrate a conscious and thorough
understanding of the writing prompt and subject matter. Analyze the evidence from
several perspectives, draw conclusions based on evidence, research and/or
experience.
Sequence your information: Your work has a clear and appropriate beginning,
development and conclusion. Most information is organized in a clear and logical way.
There is a beginning and a conclusion. Paragraphing and transitions are adequate.
Conclusions: Draw conclusions based on evidence, research or experience. Use the
context of your readings and the assumptions the author makes.
Language Use: Use sophisticated language that is precise and interesting. Sentence
structure must be correct to the grammar of the language.

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5. Additional Notes and Expectations

5.1 Attendance
Documenting Attendance in Distance Education Courses
Changes to federal regulations in recent years have highlighted the importance of
accurate reporting on student attendance and participation in all courses, including
distance education courses (online and hybrid/blended courses).
In order to comply, EC Council University is providing the following procedural
guidance to faculty when filling out your non‐participation rosters. A student attends an
online course (or the online portion of a hybrid/blended course) by participating in class
or otherwise engaging in an academically related activity. Examples of such activity
include but are not limited to:
1. Contributing to an online discussion or text chat session
2. Submitting an assignment or working draft; working through exercises
3. Taking a quiz or exams
4. Viewing and/or completing a tutorial
5. Initiating contact with a faculty member to ask a course‐related question.
Such academically related activities are readily tracked and documented through the
University learning management system, email system, and in some cases publisher
websites. Documenting that a student has logged into an online class or website is not
sufficient, by itself, to demonstrate academic attendance by the student. For example,
if a student simply logs into an online course on September 15 and logs out, without
any further activity, the student did not attend the online class on that day.
Late Assignments Late assignments are not in the student’s best interest. In that
regard, if you have a problem that will not allow you to complete the assignments in a
timely manner, please send the instructor an immediate request and explanation. It is
the instructor’s option, decision, and discretion to accept or reject the student’s
request. Continued requests will not be accepted and the student may be dropped
from the course at the instructor’s request.
Writing Skills If your writing skills are not the best, there are some modules under
“Student Orientation” in the LMS that can help you prepare for your writing process or
you may want to purchase a basic writing skills book that will help you. We also have
an online Librarian that can offer assistance at librarian@eccu.edu

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6. Academic Honesty Policy

6.1 ECCU Course Policies On Cheating and Plagiarism
As a model of the highest ethical standards and as an institution of higher learning,
EC-Council University expects its students to conduct themselves with an
unquestionable level of honesty and integrity. EC-Council University will not tolerate
academic cheating or plagiarism in any form. Learning to think and work independently
is not only a part of the educational process; it is the educational process. Cheating or
plagiarism in any form is considered a serious violation of university policy, which each
student agreed to when accepted into the program. Student academic behaviors that
violate the university policy will result in disciplinary action, without exception.
University policy can be summarized simply: As a student, you are responsible for your
own work and you are responsible for your own actions.
Some examples of cheating and plagiarism include but are not limited to:

Cheating Use of material, information, or study aids not

permitted by the faculty
Plagiarism Use of another’s words or ideas without acknowledging
the source of the information
Falsification or Fabrication Changing or altering data, quotes, citations, grades or
academic records
Unauthorized Intentional sharing of information when the faculty does
Collaboration not approve of such collaboration
EC-Council University will take action in all cases of academic dishonesty. The first
instance will result in a failing grade for the assignment. The second instance will result
in a failing grade in the class. The third instance will result in dismissal from the
university. A record of all instances of academic dishonesty for ECCU, as well as a
record of the action taken, will be kept in the individual student file and Dean’s file.
1. Steps to be taken in the instance of academic dishonesty are: The faculty/staff will
inform the student of the allegation and provide evidence, offering the student the
opportunity to respond and/or rectify the issue depending on the nature of the
dishonesty and the particular assignment.
2. Once the student has had a chance to respond, the faculty/staff will determine if
academic dishonesty has occurred. If the faculty/staff concludes that academic
dishonesty has occurred and has proof, they will report the student’s name, the
class and assignment, the nature of the academic dishonesty and the proof to the
Dean. The type of disciplinary action to be taken will be determined by the
student’s record of instances identified above and will be applied by the faculty
and/or the Dean.

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6.2 Citing Sources

In academic communities, the ethics of research demand that writers be credited for
their work and their writing. To not do so is to plagiarize- to intentionally or
unintentionally appropriate the ideas, language, or work of another without sufficient
acknowledgement that such material is not one’s own. Whenever a student quotes,
paraphrases, summarizes, or otherwise refers to the work of another, the student must
cite his or her source either by way of parenthetical citation or footnote. Unfortunately,
this is the most common form of academic dishonesty, but regardless it will be
responded to with failing grades or dismissal.
6.3 Original Content
Students are expected to create their discussion topics, assignments and essays using
the majority of their own personal thoughts and ideas. All works must contain a
minimum of 75% original work. Any work submitted that contains more than 25%
unoriginal work regardless of whether the sources are cited properly may be
considered a violation of the academic honesty policy, depending on the nature of the
assignment, and consent of the assigned instructor.
6.4 Timeline
Discovery of violation of the Academic Honesty Policy can occur at any time. Issuance
of a grade, or even degree, can be changed if it is discovered that an academic
honesty violation occurred. The bottom line is this; it’s just not worth it.
6.5 Student Identity Verification
• EC-Council University takes measures to verify the identity of the students who
are applying to the university, completing courses, and taking proctored exams.
• Students access their courses and reference materials through our secure online
learning management system, where they are required to enter their username
and password. Students are responsible for the safeguard of their individual
credentials.
• EC-Council University implements student identity verification in several ways to
ensure proper ID.
1. A Valid Government issued ID is required with admissions application.
2. Login credentials are required for the online LMS portal

7. Required Texts throughout this Course

The required reading in this course will be from the following source:
Ebert, Ronald & Griffin, Ricky. Business Essentials, 9th edition. c. 2013. Pearson.
ISBN: 13:978-0-13-266402-8

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8. Course Plan
8.1 Suggested Learning Approach
In this course, you will be studying individually and within a group of your peers. As
you work on the course deliverables, you are encouraged to share ideas with your
peers and instructor, work collaboratively on projects and team assignments, raise
critical questions, and provide constructive feedback.
Use the following advice to receive maximum learning benefits from your participation
in this course:

DO DON’T

▪ Do take a proactive learning ▪ Don’t assume there is only one

approach
▪ Do share your thoughts on critical
issues and potential problem
solutions
▪ Do plan your course work in advance
▪ Do explore a variety of learning
resources in addition to the textbook
▪ Do offer relevant examples from your
experience
▪ Do make an effort to understand
different points of view
▪ Do connect concepts explored in this
course to real-life professional
situations and your own experiences
correct answer to a question
▪ Don’t be afraid to share your
perspective on the issues analyzed in
the course
▪ Don’t be negative towards points of
view that are different from yours
▪ Don’t underestimate the impact of
collaboration on your learning
▪ Don’t limit your course experience to
reading the textbook
▪ Don’t postpone your work on the
course deliverables – work on small
assignment components every day

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9. Course Outline

Point
Grading Category Activity Title
Allocation

Week 1: Chapter 1: The U.S. Business Environment

Required Readings Chapter 1: The U.S. Business Environment 0
Discussion Discussion Thread 1: Inflation & Unemployment 10
Assignment Assignment 1 10
Assignment 2 10
Week 2: Chapter 2: Business Ethics and Social Responsibility, Chapter 4: The Global Context of
Business
Required Readings Chapter 2: Business Ethics and Social Responsibility 0
Chapter 4: The Global Context of Business
Discussion Discussion Thread 4: Business Ethics & Social Responsibility 10
Assignment Assignment 3 10
Assignment 4 10
Week 3: Chapter 5: Business Management
Required Readings Chapter 5: Business Management 0
Discussion Discussion Thread 3: Corporate Culture 10
Assignment Assignment 5 10
Assignment 6 10
Week 4: Chapter 6: Organizing the Business
Required Readings Chapter 6: Organizing the Business 0
Discussion Discussion Thread 4: Employee Retention 10
Assignment Assignment 7 10
Assignment 8 10
Week 5: Chapter 7: Operations Management and Quality
Required Readings Chapter 7: Operations Management and Quality 0
Discussion Discussion Thread 5 10
Assignment Assignment 9 10
Assignment 10 10

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Point
Grading Category Activity Title
Allocation

Week 6: Chapter 8: Employee Behavior and Motivation, Chapter 10 (partial): Human Resource
Management and Labor Relations
Required Readings Chapter 8: Employee Behavior and Motivation, 0
Chapter 10 (partial): Human Resource Management and Labor
Relations
Discussion Discussion Thread 6: Employee Behavior 10
Assignment Assignment 11 10
Assignment 12 10
Week 7: Chapter 9: Leadership and Decision Making, Chapter 10 (partial): Human Resource
Management and Labor Relations
Required Readings Chapter 9: Leadership and Decision Making, Chapter 10 (partial): 0
Human Resource Management and Labor Relations
Discussion Discussion Thread 7: Leader vs. Follower 10
Assignment Assignment 13 10
Assignment 14 10
Week 8: Chapter 11: Marketing Processes and Consumer Behavior
Required Readings Chapter 11: Marketing Processes and Consumer Behavior 0
Discussion Discussion Thread 8: The Marketing Mix (Product, Pricing, Place 10
& Promotion)
Assignment Assignment 15 10
Assignment 16 10
Week 9: Chapter 12: Pricing, Distributing, and Promoting Products
Required Readings Chapter 12: Pricing, Distributing, and Promoting Products 0
Discussion Discussion Thread 9: Distribution, Target Market, Promotional 10
Mix, Advertising & Pricing
Assignment Assignment 17 10
Assignment 18 10
Week 10: Chapter 15: Money and Banking, Chapter 16: Managing Finances
Required Readings Chapter 15: Money and Banking, Chapter 16: Managing 0
Finances
Discussion Discussion Thread 10: Money and Banking 10
Assignment Assignment 19 10
Week 11: Course Reflection
Assignment Assignment 20 10

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Point
Grading Category Activity Title
Allocation

Week 12: Final Examination

Final Exam Final Exam 100

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10. Academic Integrity

All students must comply with the policies that regulate all forms of academic dishonesty, or
academic misconduct, including plagiarism, self-plagiarism, fabrication, deception, cheating,
and sabotage.
If you have any queries regarding this course, feel free to contact your instructor.
(End of Syllabus)

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