Professional Image Development Syllabus for 2011-2012
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Course

BMGT-1373-001 Professional Image Development

Prerequisites

Course Description

Study of how image affects success in the business world. Emphasis on visual and behavioral images created by our clothing choices and our understanding and use of appropriate business and social behavior.

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Department Expectations

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Hours

(3 sem hrs; 3 lec)

Class Type

On Campus Course

Syllabus Information

Textbooks

\ Emily Post Etiquette Wardrobe Strategy, Elizabeth Post, 17th Edition, Suzie Woodward-Morris

Supplies

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Student Performance

\ 1. Discuss the importance of a strong positive visual image in the workplace. SCANS* Information C5

\ 2. List and discuss the various elements of establishing and maintaining a positive visual image. SCANS* information C5

\ 3. Demonstrate and understand the use of the color in selecting appropriate clothing and building a wardrobe. SCANS* Information C5-C7

\ 4. Explain the relationship of appropriate behavior to success in a career. SCANS* Information C5-C7

\ 5. Discuss the importance of understanding how the fasion industry influences what and how we buy clothing and how the individual consumer should utilize that understanding. SCANS* Information C5-C7

\ 6. Identify appropriate forms of behavior for various typical activities in a person's business life. SCANS* Information C9, C11-C14

\ 7. Discuss the meaning of the word "appropriate" as it refers to dressing for any occasion. SCANS* Information C5-C7

\ 8. List and define Suzie Woodward-Morris's "SEven Looks." SCANS* Information C5

\ 9. Discuss the elements important in building a working wardrobe. SCANS* Information C5

\ 10. Discuss "wardrobe = investment." SCANS Information C5

\ *Meets Secretary's Commission on Achieving Necessary Skills (SCANS)

\ Information: Aquires and uses information

\ Interpersonal: Works with others, serves clients, exercises leadership

\ Resources: Identifies, organizes, plans and allocates resources. (time, money, materials, facilities, and human resources)

\ Thinking Skills: Thinks creatively, makes decisions, solves problems, visualizes and knows how to learn and reason.

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Expected Student Behavior

\ In order to promote concentration and learning please do not bring food into the classrooms (pork rinds are very distracting). Please turn off cell phones, please no texting while class is in session.

Grading Criteria

GRADING SCALE:

                           90-100%           A Excellent

                           80-90%             B Above Average, Very Good

                           70-80%             C Average, Good

                           60-70%             D Poor, but passing

                           Below 60%       F Failing

Attendance

\ I understand it is sometimes impossible to come to class (Swine flu, death or dismemberment). Because so much of the content of this course occurs in class, students are expected to attend all regularly scheduled classes. Should you miss a class, it is your responsibility to determine what you have missed and take appropriate actions. Please obtain the name and numbers of at least two of your fellow classmates and contact them about anything you have missed. Students who have perfect attendance and at least an 80 average will not  be required to take the final exam.

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Additional Information

WITHDRAWAL POLICY:  It is the responsibility of the student to initiate drop or withdrawal procedures through the registrar’s office.  Students who stop attending class but do not officially drop or withdraw from this course will receive a letter grade at the end of the semester. 

November 16 is the last date to withdraw or to change from credit to audit.

EXAMINATIONS:  Examinations will consist of essay, true-false, multiple choice, matching or short answer questions. Final Examination will be comprehensive. Final grade will be determined by dividing total number of points by the number of tests and projects. You wil be accomplishing a semester long project which will be counted as a test grade.  Details will be announced in class.  Instructor reserves the right to subjectively influence the final grade relative to class attendance, participation and attitude.