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Course Code etc
Academic Year 2025
College GLAP
Course Code OW441
Theme・Subtitle Critical issues in the fast-changing world:
Innovations, sustainability, and the future of business.
Class Format Face to face (all classes are face-to-face)
Class Format (Supplementary Items)
Campus Lecture
Campus Ikebukuro
Semester Fall semester
DayPeriod・Room Thu.2
ログインして教室を表示する(Log in to view the classrooms.)
Credits 2
Course Number GLA3401
Language English
Class Registration Method Course Code Registration
Assigned Year 配当年次は開講学部のR Guideに掲載している科目表で確認してください。
Prerequisite Regulations
Acceptance of Other Colleges 履修登録システムの『他学部・他研究科履修不許可科目一覧』で確認してください。
Course Cancellation 〇(履修中止可/ Eligible for cancellation)
Online Classes Subject to 60-Credit Upper Limit
Relationship with Degree Policy 各授業科目は、学部・研究科の定める学位授与方針(DP)や教育課程編成の方針(CP)に基づき、カリキュラム上に配置されています。詳細はカリキュラム・マップで確認することができます。
Notes

【Course Objectives】

The course explores the complex relationship between business, social institutions and cultural values, in the global context as well as in the unique context of the Japanese business arena. The lessons are based on a multidisciplinary approach, merging unique case studies and theories from economics, sociology, business anthropology, and political science in order to help students develop sharp critical insights and skills that are valuable for understanding the real complex business maps.
Through examples, case studies, discussions, and independent research, students will engage with complex global issues, understand the Japanese business style, develop their skills to critically evaluate the role of business in shaping society, and practice developing their own startup based on the most advanced and professional Design Thinking strategies.

【Course Contents】

The course presents a wide array of creative business models, new work styles and contemporary employment preferences, with the goal of developing the necessary skills required for designing sustainable societies and a healthy life balance for individuals and societies. Throughout the course, students will explore and investigate the impact of business practices on social institutions, complex ethical issues that arise in the global market, multicultural conflicts and resolutions, the changes and the politics of the supply chains, and the significant role businesses can play in tackling crises such as labour inequality, environmental pollution, and human rights. Analysis of specific case studies will help students gain good understanding of the key factors that influence success or failure of businesses, and how they can be predicted and handles.
The course also offers a practical workshop in designing a startup business from the initial concept to the final financial plan. Thus, students have a unique opportunity to experience the process of business planning, development of advanced virtual tools, facing shareholders, calculating financial profits and assessing future financial losses.
The process will provide students with excellent skills and knowledge that are useful for their job hunting process and for planning their future professional career.

Japanese Items

【授業計画 / Course Schedule】

1 Introduction:
Defining the terms Business and Society in the contemporary world and economy.
2 The path to post-capitalism:
Key definitions in global capitalism, mercantilism, and neoliberalism in the real and virtual workspace.
3 The Business Model Canvas [BMC]:
Understanding the map, dividing workshop teams [guidelines].
4 The rise of the ethical consumer:
Corporate Social Responsibility [CSR] and the increasing demand for an ethical economy.
5 Labour exploitation, sustainability, and human rights:
The Rana Plaza [case study] and the complex politics of production.
6 Why people buy?
* The cases of Google Glass and the Google Wallet in Japan.
* Key theories in behavioral economics and cultural psychology.
7 Understanding consumer behavior and decision-making journey:
* A practical workshop in market research and development of persona characters.
* Understanding consumer behavior online.
8 Students' first presentations:
Startups concepts and goals.
9 Cultural models, globalization, and startups in Japan:
Comparative models and theories of cultural values - Hofstede Dimensions, Trompenaars' Model, Inglehart.
10 The ever-expanding chain of shareholders:
Invisible critics, YouTubers, and Influencers' power to change.
11 The shifting supply-chains:
Global changes, political conflicts, and multicultural relations in the contemporary economy.
12 Future directions of Business and Society in a changing world:
Legal, financial, and political issues in the process of adapting the business to global marketplaces.
13 Students' presentations of final projects (I).
Startup groups.
14 Students' presentations of final projects (II).
Startup groups.

【活用される授業方法 / Teaching Methods Used】

板書 /Writing on the Board
スライド(パワーポイント等)の使用 /Slides (PowerPoint, etc.)
上記以外の視聴覚教材の使用 /Audiovisual Materials Other than Those Listed Above
個人発表 /Individual Presentations
グループ発表 /Group Presentations
ディスカッション・ディベート /Discussion/Debate
実技・実習・実験 /Practicum/Experiments/Practical Training
学内の教室外施設の利用 /Use of On-Campus Facilities Outside the Classroom
校外実習・フィールドワーク /Field Work
上記いずれも用いない予定 /None of the above

補足事項 (Supplementary Items)
Business workshop/lab for developing independent businesses and preparing for job hunting.

【授業時間外(予習・復習等)の学修 / Study Required Outside of Class】

Students are required to come ready after having read their weekly assignments and preparing for class. The assignments will be posted on the university's Canvas LMS course page at the beginning of the course.

【成績評価方法・基準 / Evaluation】

種類 (Kind)割合 (%)基準 (Criteria)
平常点 (In-class Points)100 weekly class work and assignments(25%)
Active class participation (30%)
Midterm startup presentation (20%)
Final Report(25%)
備考 (Notes)

【テキスト / Textbooks】

その他 (Others)
The book listed below is a recommendation but NOT required to buy. A copy will be available in the library and chapters that are part of the lessons will be posted on the Canvas LMS course page.

【参考文献 / Readings】

No著者名 (Author/Editor)書籍名 (Title)出版社 (Publisher)出版年 (Date)ISBN/ISSN
1 Lawrence, T & J. Weber Business and Society: Stakeholders, Ethics, Public Policy McGraw-Hill International Edition
その他 (Others)
PAY ATTENTION! a copy of the book will be available in the library but only for internal use. It will be reserved for the course students.

【履修にあたって求められる能力 / Abilities Required to Take the Course】

The course is based on active participation of students conducted in the English language.

【学生が準備すべき機器等 / Equipment, etc., that Students Should Prepare】

【その他 / Others】

During the course, students will learn how to prepare a professional portfolio, use Design Thinking strategies, and develop a professional business model of a startup business.

【注意事項 / Notice】