Business in Germany Study Abroad Program INTL 3170 German Language and Culture Summer 2018 Syllabus Welcome to the Business in Germany Study Abroad Program offered by the Langdale College of Business at Valdosta State University. This document includes information about the instructor, course materials and course policies Instructor and Contact Information (Table 1) Instructor Cynthia Royal Tori, Ph.D. Professor of Economics Webpage sites.google.com/site/cindyrtori/home Department Economics and Finance, Valdosta State University Email [email protected] Office Phone 229-245-2246 Cell Phone While in Europe use GroupMe Office Address Health Science and Business Administration (HSBA) Rm 3002M Mailing Address 1500 N. Patterson Street, Valdosta, GA 31698 Physical Address 2535 Patterson Street, Valdosta, GA 31698 Textbook, Reading Material and Required Course Material (Table 2) To reduce costs (and weight) I have not assigned a textbook for this course. Links to course content may be accessed from my webpage. Course material includes access to the internet, a simple calculator, and notebook to keep a journal while in Germany. DuoLingo App. German Language. First seven skill levels – Basics 1, The, Basics 2, Phrases, Accusative Case, Introduction, and Food 1. Grading Policy (Table 3) Your course grade will be based on the points earned on the exam, attendance/participation in country events, and reflection paper. Quizzes

30 points. Quizzes will be administered during May and June. Date and time will be announced. Quizzes will include German language quiz based on DuoLingo App, German words and phrases learned through the first seven skill levels – Basics 1, The, Basics 2, Phrases, Accusative Case, Introduction, and Food 1.

Attendance/ participation in-country events

40 points. The in-country schedule is posted in BlazeVIEW. Missing an event will result in a loss of five points each time.

Reflection Paper

30 points. After you return from Germany, you must submit a reflection paper that describes how the experiences impacted you personally. A rubric for the Reflection Paper is posted in BlazeVIEW. If you are taking two courses and the Reflection Paper counts for the other course, then the Presentation will replace the Reflection Paper for the second course.

Grading Scale:

A B C D F

100 – 90 89 – 80 79 – 70 69 – 60 Less than 60

Access Office (Table 4) Valdosta State University complies fully with the requirements of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). If you believe that you are covered under this act, and if you have need for special arrangements to allow you to meet the requirements of this course, discuss this need with me as soon as possible. Withdrawal Policy (Table 5) Students may withdraw from this course following the drop/add period through July 6th online through Banner. A grade of “W” will appear in your official records if you have withdrawn five or fewer times per the Limited Withdrawal Policy. For the sixth and each subsequent withdrawal that counts under this policy, you will receive a grade of “WF”, which is the equivalent of an F. Students receiving financial aid should be aware that withdrawal from courses may affect continued financial aid eligibility. If students do not pass 67% of attempted classes during the calendar year (attempted classes include those from which students have withdrawn), they could lose their financial aid. For more information about the Limited Withdrawal Policy, see http://www.valdosta.edu/academics/academic-affairs/vp-office/advising/withdrawalpolicy.php for complete information. Cheating (Table 6) The Academic Integrity Code of the Student Code of Conduct listed in the Student Handbook states that “All students are expected to do their own work and to uphold the highest standard of academic ethics.” The Student Code of Conduct specifies the policies to which all students must adhere and the academic and disciplinary responses if the Code is violated. Students are responsible for informing themselves about the Code of Conduct before performing any academic work. A student who has engaged in academic misconduct as defined by the Academic Integrity Code will receive a zero for the assignment and may also receive a failing grade for this course. For detailed information, visit the Student Handbook and select the Student Code of Conduct, www.valdosta.edu/administration/student-affairs/student-conductoffice/documents/student-handbook.pdf Cheating is in no way tolerated at Valdosta State University or in this course. You are expected to complete the graded items without the help of others. The full penalty for anyone caught cheating will be determined in consultation with the Dean of the Langdale College of Business Administration and may be reported on your permanent record. Faculty Evaluation (Table 7) At the end of the term, all students will be expected to complete an online Student Opinion of Instruction survey (SOI) that will be available on BANNER. Students will receive an email notification through their VSU email address when the SOI is available (generally at least one week before the end of the term). SOI responses are anonymous to instructors/administrators. Instructors will be able to view only a summary of all responses two weeks after they have submitted final grades. I appreciate your thoughtful comments and suggestions and will use them to improve the course. General Course Information Course Description

INTL 3170 is a special topics course in international studies that focuses on German language and culture. Language is more than just the words spoken. Language includes gestures, facial expressions, personal space and body language. Students will compare and contrast US and German language and culture Business in Germany Section SA INTL 3170 Page 2 of 4

Course Prerequisites

none

Time Commitment

This is a three-credit course. You will be required to complete learning activities and graded assignments prior to the first day of course activities in the chosen country. The learning activities and graded assignments are available on my webpage and once available, in BlazeVIEW.

Course activities to complete before leaving for Germany All activities to complete before leaving to Germany are posted on my webpage. https://sites.google.com/site/cindyrtori/home/study-abroad-germany Unit 1

Introduction to Germany. This unit covers some basic information about Germany. You should read and/or watch all of the linked information. ● U.S. State Department: U.S. Relations with Germany Fact Sheet ● German Business Culture and etiquette ● Hand and body gestures

Unit 2

German Business Communication ● German culture and customs ● Business communication in Germany

Unit 3

Culture ● What is culture ● Elements of culture ● Sub-culture and cultural change ● Theoretical perspectives on culture

Unit 4

Exchange Rates and the Euro ● Exchange rates ● Currencies and Optimal Currency Areas

Before departure safety and security checklist Complete all forms and upload your passport in TerraDotta. Alert your bank to your travel plans. Make two copies of your driver’s license and passport. Leave one copy with your parent/significant other and bring the other with you on the trip. Email a copy of both to yourself. Bring your student ID Print or email a copy of the itinerary to your parent. Print another copy for yourself. Join the 2016 Germany Study Abroad GroupMe. Save my contact information and share it with your parent/significant other. Enroll in the “Safe Traveler Enrollment Program” offered by the US State department, www.state.gov/travel Rules: 1. Attendance is mandatory for all listed activities. Points will be deducted for missed activities. Skipping activities may lead to dismissal from the program. 2. Arrive in the hostel lobby five minutes before departure time. Germans expect people to arrive early. 3. Wear business casual clothes to all business and institution visits. Business in Germany Section SA INTL 3170 Page 3 of 4

4. Wear closed shoes (no sandals) on all business visits, especially manufacturing tours. Required by businesses. 5. Do not wear gym attire during scheduled activities. 6. If traveling during open time, send Dr. Tori a GroupMe message about your plans – destination, how you are traveling, where you are staying, expected return – and a list of who is traveling together. 7. Students are expected to adhere to the VSU Student Code of Conduct while in Germany. Itinerary and Travel information: Detailed itinerary which includes dates and times of activities, list of activities, hostel name, address and phone number, and the specific travel plans are posted in BlazeVIEW. Please do not post a detailed itinerary in a public forum. If you miss a planned activity, you will lose points. If you miss the group transportation, you must contact me immediately. I will be trying to contact you. You will be responsible for paying the cost of transportation to rejoin the group. U.S. EMBASSIES and CONSULATES Location visits Address Embassy Berlin, Germany Clayallee 170 Consulate Munich & Königninstraβe 5 Nuremberg Consulate Frankfurt Gieβener Str. 30 Embassy

Vienna, Austria

Boltzmanngasse 16

14191 Berlin 80539 Munich 60435 Frankfurt am Main 1090 Vienna, Austria

Phone number +49 30 83050 +49 89 28880 +49 69 75350 +43-1 31339-0

City Tours ● Salzburg, Austria http://www.arrivalguides.com/en/Travelguides/Europe/Austria/SALZBURG ● Munich, Germany http://www.arrivalguides.com/en/Travelguides/Europe/Germany/Munich ● Nuremberg, Germany http://www.arrivalguides.com/en/Travelguides/Europe/Germany/NUREMBERG ● Berlin, Germany http://www.arrivalguides.com/en/Travelguides/Europe/Germany/BERLIN ● Frankfurt, Germany http://www.arrivalguides.com/en/Travelguides/Europe/Germany/FRANKFURT Travel websites to purchase tickets: Below are sites you may find useful if you plan to travel during your free time. ● Train - https://www.bahn.com/en/view/index.shtml (you can usually purchase train tickets on the date of travel) ● Airflights - https://www.skyscanner.com/ or www.ryanair.com

I am very excited about the Germany study abroad program and look forward to sharing the experiences of the international experience. Dr. Tori Business in Germany Section SA INTL 3170 Page 4 of 4