GEB1011
Introduction to Business
Course
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Course Name: Introduction to Business
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Term/Session: 3
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Course Number: GEB1011
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Reference Number: 465484
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Faculty Introduction
My name is Dina V. Durand. I have
been a professor at Broward College since January 2010. I have a Honours B.A.
from Walsh College in Troy, Michigan and a Honours
MBA from University of Michigan in Ann Arbor. My academic
specialties are: Operations Management, Customer Experience, Call Center
Management, Project Management, Information Technology Application Development,
Supervision and Management, and Continuous Improvement.
Prior to coming to BC, I worked in
banking, public utility (gas & electric), and home
warranty industries for 18 years. Throughout my career, I have had
some fascinating experiences and worked with great teams and leaders. I am
still very active in a business community.
I am originally from Russia, lived
in Michigan for 11 years. I moved to Florida seven years ago.
I genuinely enjoy teaching here at
BC. I find the students very personable and eager. I typically teach the
following courses:
- Operations Management
- Principles of Supervision
- Strategic Management
- Capstone
- Business Ethics
- Introduction to Business
- Introduction to Management
Faculty Contact Information
Instructor Name:
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Dina V. Durand
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Office Phone:
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954-201-2680
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Campus Phone:
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954-201-7900
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Fax:
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954-201-7937
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Email:
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ddurand@broward.edu
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Course Description & General Outcomes
Course Prerequisites
To maximize your chances for success in
this course, make sure that you meet the following course prerequisites:
- Course Prerequisites and
Co-requisites: none
Course Attendance and Participation Policy
During the first week of class, you
must complete an activity from the online orientation or you will be
administratively withdrawn from the course. Simply logging into the course will
not satisfy your attendance during this time. As with an on-campus course,
students who are reported for non-attendance in an online course and are
withdrawn are still responsible for paying for the course. If you do not
complete the requirements of the first week of class, you should drop the
course by the official drop/add deadline or expect to pay for the course.
It is very important for you to
actively participate in this online class. If you stop participating in class
discussions, do not submit assignments, or fail to take quizzes or tests prior
to the withdrawal date, you will be administratively withdrawn from class and
receive a W or, if it is your third attempt, an F.
If you stop participating after the withdrawal date, you will receive an F. To avoid this situation, you should remain an active learner in this class and always communicate extenuating circumstances to your instructor. Ongoing communication with the instructor is critical to your course success. Completion of tests, assignments, and other class activities are used as indicators of your participation in order to satisfy this reporting requirement. See the list of activities required for participation and attendance on the General Course Policies page.
If you stop participating after the withdrawal date, you will receive an F. To avoid this situation, you should remain an active learner in this class and always communicate extenuating circumstances to your instructor. Ongoing communication with the instructor is critical to your course success. Completion of tests, assignments, and other class activities are used as indicators of your participation in order to satisfy this reporting requirement. See the list of activities required for participation and attendance on the General Course Policies page.
Required Course Materials
Required Text:
Title: Contemporary Business
Author(s): Boone & Kurtz Publisher, Edition: Wiley Publishing, 2011 15th edition ISBN 13: 978-1-118-43222-8 (hard cover) Books for online courses are available at the Central Campus bookstore A. Hugh Adams Central Campus Bookstore Admissions & Student Service Center - Bldg. 19 Tel: (954) 201-6830 Fax: (954) 201-6895
CourseSmart Link:
n/a
In addition, this
course utilizes the following required software or hardware tools: none
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Methods of Instruction
This is a 3-credit hour fully online
course with/without proctored exams. In this class, you will engage in
structured out-of-class and online activities. The online activities may
include, but are not limited to, readings, discussions, essays, case studies,
research, and/or online quizzes and tests. See the course schedule for a
detailed description of activities. Students are responsible for regularly
reviewing the course schedule and completing all required assignments.
General Policies and Technical Requirements
You are responsible for being familiar
with all BConline policies and procedures related to your activity in this
course.
Broward
College Policies
- Review the Broward
College Policies on topics
including disability services, academic honesty, privacy, and critical
event procedures.
BConline
Policies
- Review the General
Course Policies for topics
including rules for netiquette, definition of participation, and other
information.
Proctored Exam Policy
- This course may have proctored
exams that must be taken at a campus e-Testing Center or at an alternate
pre-approved testing location. For detailed instructions please visit our Proctored
Exam Policy page.
Technical
Requirements
- Students taking an online course
are expected to be moderately proficient in using a computer. Please go to
the Technical
Requirements page for a
complete list of computer skills and technical requirements.
How to Access the Course
Follow these steps in order to log into
the BConline course. Normally, the login date will be the first day of the
session in which the course is scheduled. Only students who have registered and
paid for the course will be permitted to login. There may be a delay of
up to 20 minutes from when you register and pay before BConline login is
activated.
- Your BConline User Name is the
same as your BC email ID.
- Your BConline password is the same
as your BC email PIN code.
- If you need login information,
obtain BC email user ID and PIN code before attempting to login to
BConline.
Links
to help you get connected to BConline course(s)
- BConline login page
- Student
e-learning Resources
- Password Reset
- If your password does not work or
you forgot it, click this link to reset it: Student Password Reset. If you need further support,
please contact the BC helpdesk at 954-201-7521 or helpdesk@broward.edu.
It's available from 7 a.m. to 11 p.m., Monday through Friday.
- Technical Problems
- If you need help using D2L,
review the step-by-step
tutorials on how to use
every tool in D2L. If you need further support, call the 24-hour D2L Help
Desk at 866-468-0009.
- Chat Online to the D2L Help Desk
- Submit and track your own ticket
online at the BConline Support
Center.
