MBA Online

Business Communications
This course combines lecture, discussion and presentation. Its subject is communication as it applies to managers in organizations. This course will help you to analyze audiences, develop arguments, test your ability to persuade in writing and speaking, and improve your overall ability to effectively communicate as managers. Students will examine and practice the communication strategies and skills that are essential for success in business as well as learn how to improve their ability to communicate effectively as managers . Course work will primarily involve individual and group presentations; class participation and discussion; exercises designed to sharpen individual and group performance; and both persuasive and expressive writing. More specifically, this course aims to improve your understanding of the four following areas:

(1) Communication Strategy

(2) Managerial Speaking

(3) Managerial Presentation and Writing

(4) Cross-cultural Communication and Group Dynamics

Faculty of Economic at The University of Tokyo

4802: Global Investment Process
Summer Solnik & Fukaya
In this course, we study basic topics regarding global investment processes from the point of views of institutional investors, such as pension funds and other financial institutions. The plan of the lecture is as follows: 1. Foreign exchange rates, 2. International CAPM. 3. Foreign stocks, 4. Foreign bonds, 5. Asset allocation processes, risk control, and performance evaluation.

Faculty of Economic at The University of Tokyo
2105: Mathematical Statistics
Summer Kubokawa
Mathematical Statistics is the study of how to deal with data by means of probability models. This lecture treats the introductory and basic contents of mathematical statistics, including probability models, statistical estimation, testing hypotheses, confidence sets and linear regression models.

FB3502 Leadership Skills for the 21st Century

Course Aims & Objectives:

This course aims at helping students to master the core leadership concepts and develop skills to cope with challenges in the 21st century.

After completion of the course, students should be able to:

1.1 understand different roles of leaders and his/her leadership styles;

1.2 comprehend leadership theories and concepts;

1.3 develop leadership skills in managing people and situations.

Units: 1

Level: B3

Medium of Instruction: English

Keyword Syllabus:

Fundamental of Leadership, What is Leadership, Difference between Leadership and Management, Leadership Roles, Theories and Styles, Leadership Skills, Forming the Vision and Goals Setting, Communication, Motivation, Team Building.

Teaching Pattern:

Duration of course: 1 Semester

Current mix of lecture/tutorial/laboratory, other: lecture mode / on-line mode

Assessment Pattern:

Examination duration: Nil

Percentage distribution of marks for coursework, examination, other: 30% on-line mid-term and 70% CW

Grading pattern: Pass/Fail

FB2909 Sports for All - Tennis

Course Aims & Objectives:
The aims of this course are to promote students’ interest in playing tennis as a life-long pursuit, to encourage attainment and appreciation of good performance standards in tennis and to promote health and fitness. Upon completion of the course, students should be able to:
develop the basic skills of tennis
apply the basic rules and method of scoring
demonstrate good sportsmanship and co-operation
develop an appreciation of the game
develop an active life style and enhance health and fitness through regularly participating in tennis activities.

Units: 1

Level: B2

Medium of Instruction: English

Keyword Syllabus:
General knowledge on the game of tennis, e.g. safety measures, facility and equipment, terminology, proper etiquette. Basic fundamental tennis skills like methods of gripping, forehand and backhand strokes, services, volley, smash & lob. Application of tennis basic skills in game situations. Footwork and body movements related to basic strokes. Tactics in playing a singles game. Rules and regulations for umpiring the game.

Teaching Pattern:
Duration of course: 1 semester
Current mix of lecture/tutorial/laboratory, other: Practice Skills, Theory, Tutorial

Assessment Pattern:
Examination duration: Nil
Percentage distribution of marks for coursework, examination, other: 20% Coursework; 80% Practical Assessment; Attendance not less than 80%
Grading pattern: Pass/Fail

FB2908 Sports for All - Squash

Course Aims & Objectives:
The aims of this course are to promote students’ interest in playing squash as a life-long pursuit, to encourage attainment and appreciation of good performance standards in squash and to promote health and fitness. Upon completion of the course, students should be able to:
acquire the basic skills of squash
apply the learnt skills in competitive situation
demonstrate knowledge of the rules, scoring as well as officiating
improve the students’ state of health & fitness through the game of squash
demonstrate good sportsmanship and co-operation
develop an appreciation of the game

Units: 1

Level: B2

Medium of Instruction: English

Keyword Syllabus:
General knowledge on the game of squash, e.g. safety precaution, rules and regulation, equipment and court dimension, terminology and proper attire. Basic squash skills like grip, swing, service, forehand and backhand strokes. Footwork movements related to basic strokes. Tactics in playing squash. Rules and regulations for officiating squash.

Teaching Pattern:
Duration of course: 1 semester
Current mix of lecture/tutorial/laboratory, other: Practice Skills, Theory, Tutorial

Assessment Pattern:
Examination duration: Nil
Percentage distribution of marks for coursework, examination, other: 20% Coursework; 80% Practical Assessment; Attendance not less than 80%
Grading pattern: Pass/Fail

FB2701 The Leader of the Future

Course Aims & Objectives:
This course helps students acquire a deeper understanding of the personal and societal aspects of leadership with an aim to prepare them for life-long development as a leader and business professional.

Units: 1

Level: B2

Keyword Syllabus:
Leadership Theory - Great man theory/Trait Approach, Action-centred, Contingency Theory, Style, Path-Goal Theory, Leader-Member Exchange (LMX) Theory/Transactional Leadership, Transformational Leadership, Charismatic Leadership/Impression Management, Global Leadership in the Information Technology Age, Critique of Leadership Theories.

Leadership Skills - Vision and Mission Building, Communication, Critical Thinking, Creative Thinking, Problem Solving & Decision-making, Team work, Values, Trust, and Integrity, Leadership in Cross-culture Setting.

Teaching Pattern:
Duration of course: 1 semester
Current mix of lecture/tutorial/laboratory, other: One 3-day camp, lecture, tutorial

Assessment Pattern:
Examination duration: Nil
Percentage distribution of marks for coursework, examination, other: 100% Coursework
Grading pattern: Pass/Fail

Pre-requisite(s): Nil

Pre-cursor(s): Nil

Equivalent Course(s): Nil