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Business City Field Trips (Germany & Italy Summer 2023)
(Fullerton College: BUS 106 F)
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INTERESTED IN THIS COURSE?
Complete this INTEREST FORM and we'll keep you informed of info sessions, scholarships and more. Students are also encouraged to take BUS 186 F to learn how to fundraise for educational travel.
INTEREST FORM: https://forms.gle/nNcK7JYziURZoVgB6
More details also at: https://worldstrides.com/custom/business-city-field-trip-germany-italy/
Greetings From Your Instructor
I'm Gary Graves, and I will be your instructor and travel guide for BUS 106 F. I'm happy your taking this course and I'm looking forward to spending the "traveling" semester with you.
BUS 106 F is designed to take 15-20 students to Germany and Italy. The "field trip" course offers students the ability to experience international travel. This international experience will help increase global awareness in our students, which will better equip them to manage business decisions and challenges in an international context in their careers.
THE INTERNATIONAL EXPERIENCE:
The overseas travel will include additional on-sight team assignments. Be prepared to work on-sight and engage with faculty and managers in each country! The trip will also feature tours of local businesses in both countries.
Prior to the field trip, students must complete all the required permission and tracking forms, as well as any documentation required for international travel (make sure you have a valid passport!). Students are expected to dress appropriately for an international business conference (business casual) for all workshop activities.
During the field trip, students are required to behave according to the code of conduct. Failure to attend all portions of the activities, or poor behavior during any portion of the activities, will result in a non-passing grade and further ramifications upon our return. Remember, you are representing our College and district while abroad.
Gary
(You are welcome to call me Gary or Professor Graves.)
Course: Business City Field Trips: SUMMER 2022
CRN: TBD
Catalog: See Catalog Description
Starts: Tuesday, June 27, 2023
Ends: Tuesday, July 12, 2023
My Office: BY ZOOM (or Building 300, 2nd Floor, Room 320-05)
Office Hours: Wednesdays, 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM or by Appointment
e-mail: ggraves@fullcoll.edu
Preferred: Contact via CANVAS email/inbox
Phone: 714- 264 -8778 (OK to text me)
Important Dates: See FC Calendar
How does this course work?
Each class we will engage in a lively discussion of the experiential activities assigned for the day. This will be the primary mode of learning for this course, so your participation is mandatory for all students. Active participation will let us learn from one another and support one another to achieve our learning goals.
This is a 1-unit, fully online class taken in approximately two weeks; While abroad, expect a full day of activities with free-time to explore on your own.
The course will also utlize ONLINE ACCESS in CANVAS.
We will meet daily for breakfast and review the activities and expectations for the day. Having a mental picture of what's ahead is the best thing you can do to prepare each day.
My Teaching Philosophy
My Teaching Philosophy
I believe learning is a lifelong process. I believe learning should be meaningful and that the differences and interests each person brings into our course enrich the learning of everyone participating. I believe you should be able to apply what you've learned in the real world, either working for yourself or someone else. Each of us learns at a unique rhythm and we all have different goals! In my class, your culture, background, and voice matter, and as your instructor, I am committed to providing you with the support you need to reach your personal, educational, and professional goals. I also believe in using the local, state, national, and the world as our classroom. I design my courses to showcase and celebrate the diversity of the members of our learning community and to encourage each of you to connect our course content to your own life. My Motto: Don't take a job, MAKE A JOB!
Learning Outcomes
Learning Outcomes
Students successfully completing this course will be able to:
Employ critical analysis skills in the evaluation of on-site visits to businesses, manufacturing facilities, and government locations
Contrast and compare American business and businesses in different states and/or foreign businesses.
Compare and contrast the diversity of the host society and better understand the diversity in our own society.
Sample skills you add to your resume after completing this course:
Adapting to a new cultural and/or professional environment
Handling ambiguity
Effectively communicating across cultures
Being flexible
Multitasking
Public speaking
The city and country in which you studied or interned and with whom
What are your goals?
What are your goals?
Think about why you are here:
What are your educational goals?
What are your career goals?
What are your personal goals?
What problems in life would you like to solve?
How can you use this class to help you move towards those goals?
Grading
Grading
My goal is to help you pass this course! Assignments are graded weekly. If you experience any challenges (with the content, Canvas, or outside the course), please talk to me to work together to resolve any issues. If a challenge occurs that prevents you from completing the course, please use the Student Registration System (WEBSTAR) at www.fullcoll.edu to drop the class. You can earn the highest amount of point by ensuring all questions are answered or the minimum word count (usually 250 words) is used. Any exceptions to this will be solely at the instructor's discretion..
In addition to the module lectures, reading, and videos, you will EARN GRADES based on the following work:
Daily research and discussions at business sites
Participation in understanding country business rules, marketing, finance and operations
Written Country-Site Visit report w/visuals
Letter of recommendation to a a friend about education travel aboard
Final Course Grade Breakdown:
A: 90% +
B: 80%-89.9%
C: 72.5%-79.9%
D: 65%-72.4%
F: 64% or under
All work is due on the date provided in CANVAS. Late work will be accepted at the instructor's discretion. A late penalty of 10-50% will be applied for work turned in late 7 to 14 days after the due date.
Other Required Policies
Other Required Policies
Although we are traveling in another country, all rules and policies by Fullerton College and NOCCCD still apply.
Academic Conduct: The use of unauthorized material, communication with fellow students during an exam, attempting to benefit from the work of another and similar behavior that defeats the intent of the examination or assignment is unacceptable. Copying assignments is specifically prohibited. Any violation of this policy will result in the student receiving a zero on the examination or all papers and whatever further action is decided necessary by the College. (See college catalog for Academic Honesty Policy.)
ADA Statement: Fullerton College is committed to providing educational accommodations for students with disabilities upon the timely request by the student to the instructor. Verification of the disability must also be provided. The Disability Support Services office functions as a resource for students and faculty in the determination and provision of educational accommodations.
Emergency Response Message: Take note of the safety features in around the classroom. Also, please study the posted evacuation routes. The most direct route of egress may not be the safest. Running out of the building during earthquakes may be dangerous. During strong earthquakes, it is recommended to duck, cover, and hold until the quaking stops. Follow the guidance of your instructor. Your cooperation during emergencies can minimize the possibility of injury to yourself and others.
The Fullerton College Catalog contains a number of policies relating to students that are important to you. Please be sure that you have read this publication available online at: catalog.fullcoll.edu
COURSE TIMELINE
COURSE TIMELINE
PRE-COURSE TRAVEL
We will get together to meet each other and prepare for travel.
Review the Course Orientation Module in CANVAS
Setup Your CANVAS Profile with a photo and notifications (Due Sunday)
Take the Syllabus Quiz
Introduce yourself with your First Discussion post
See the COURSE Iteniary located at: https://worldstrides.com/custom/business-city-field-trip-germany-italy/
POST-COURSE TRAVEL
We will get together to meet to share experiences, photos, video, and more.
Resume Moments
Interview Stories worth telling
Where are you going next?
Success Tools for this Course
NO TEXTBOOK
NO TEXTBOOK
All the materials for this course will be provided by the instructor in CANVAS; FC's learning management system.
For help with Canvas related issues, please contact:
Canvas 24/7 Support Line
844-600-4948
Also, Canvas Chat support is now available!
Find it in the Support menu after logging in.
OFFICE 365 - FREE
OFFICE 365 - FREE
Students can sign up for MS Office 365 for free, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, OneNote, plus additional classroom tools. Use your school email address to get started today.
GRAMMARLY.COM
GRAMMARLY.COM
I will provide you pro-level access to GRAMMARLY.COM for use during the semester to ensure all writings are at a college-level writing and help to you perfect your professional writing in the future. Learn more about Grammarly.com
FC CAREER CENTER
FC CAREER CENTER
The Career and Life Planning (CLP) Center’ is available to research, network, and experience their choices to begin career exploration. Services are available to students starting day 1 and include:
career counseling
resume and cover letter writing assistance
mock interviews
career-related assessments (free and fee-based)
online occupational and educational databases
postings of full-time, part-time, and temporary employment opportunities
LIBRARY DATABASES
LIBRARY DATABASES
Research countries, cities, businesses and more with HUNDREDS of databases, articles, and information available to you online or in person.
Business Around the World Atlas:
Business Around the World Atlas:
Faculty (including me), counselors, tutors, and more are ready to help you reach your educational goals. We can help you with your course schedule, choosing classes, finding student aid, studying skills, locating and using sources for projects--you name it, we have someone who can help. Follow this link to see the services available to you. Don’t see what you’re looking for? No problem. Just message me.
To travel beyond the borders of the United States, you will need a PASSPORT!! Apply ASAP to get a new passport or renew it if it expires within one year of travel.
Your campus is full of resources to help you suceed in the classroom, at work and in life. In some cases the health and other fees help to make them available to you. USE THEM!!
Your campus is full of resources to help you suceed in the classroom, at work and in life. In some cases the health and other fees help to make them available to you. USE THEM!!
Hofstede Insights for Comparing Countries!
Hofstede Insights for Comparing Countries!
THIS COURSE COUNTS TOWARDS
THIS COURSE COUNTS TOWARDS
OTHER
May be used as “elective” credit to fulfill degree or transfer units.
*Note: This information if effective for the 2019-2020 Catalog. Your individual course/program needs may be different. Please use DegreeWorks (login via MyGateway) and/ or meet with a counselor to verify how this course satisfies requirements within your education plan. If you don’t have an education plan, please see an Academic Counselor. If you are a business student, you may be eligible for more than one degree/certificate program. If you are working towards ANY degree in business, please ASK ME or ANY Academic Counselor how you can achieve multiple business degrees.
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