Course

Course Summary
Credit Type:
Course
ACE ID:
WALM-0039
Organization:
Walmart Stores, Inc.
Location:
Classroom-based
Length:
6 weeks (40 hours)
Dates Offered:
Credit Recommendation & Competencies
Level Credits (SH) Subject
Lower-Division Baccalaureate 3 Business and Computer Information Systems
Description

Objective:

The course objective is to enable students to learn about the decision-making process and how it impacts the workplace. An analysis of various real-world decision effects will enable to learner to gain a perspective on the potential impacts of choices they and others make.

Learning Outcomes:

  • Describe different types of decisions
  • Examine the attributes of an effective decision
  • Identify the tangible and intangible impacts of decisions
  • Describe the decision making process
  • Discuss the impacts that time has on the critical thinking process

General Topics:

  • An overview of the decision making process
  • The creative process
  • The analytic process
  • The human aspect: emotional and irrational factors
  • Implementing the decision - rational decision making process
Instruction & Assessment

Instructional Strategies:

  • Audio Visual Materials
  • Case Studies
  • Classroom Exercise
  • Computer Based Training
  • Discussion
  • Lectures
  • Practical Exercises

Methods of Assessment:

  • Case Studies
  • Examinations
  • Performance Rubrics (Checklists)
  • Quizzes
  • Written Papers

Minimum Passing Score:

75%
Supplemental Materials