| 授業名 | ERS Project |
|---|---|
| Course Title | ERS Project |
| 担当教員 Instructor Name | Hakeem Muhammad Mohsin |
| コード Couse Code | GLP202_G24N |
| 授業形態 Class Type | 演習 Practicum |
| 授業形式 Class Format | On Campus |
| 単位 Credits | 2 |
| 言語 Language | EN |
| 科目区分 Course Category | 演習科目400系 / Case Writing & Seminar |
| 学位 Degree | MBA |
| 開講情報 Terms / Location | 2024 GSM Nagoya Fall |
授業の概要 Course Overview
Misson Statementとの関係性 / Connection to our Mission Statement
Our mission is to educate innovative and ethical leaders who possess a 'Frontier Spirit' and to create knowledge that advances business and society. Our students will have the ability to bridge the gap between New Asia and the rest of the world.
授業の目的（意義） / Importance of this course
This dynamic and immersive course is designed to provide an in-depth exploration of the critical intersections between ethics, responsibility, and sustainability within the realm of contemporary business practices. Through experiential learning opportunities, participants will engage with theoretical concepts, real-world case studies, and industry collaborations to foster a comprehensive understanding of how ethical decision-making, corporate responsibility, and sustainable practices contribute to responsible and successful business operations.
到達目標 / Achievement Goal
By the end of the course, participants will emerge equipped with an understanding of the ethical, responsible, and sustainable dimensions of business, ready to apply this knowledge in their future professional endeavors. The experiential components, including industry visits and collaborations, will provide invaluable insights, preparing participants for the complexities of the global business landscape.
本授業の該当ラーニングゴール Learning Goals
*本学の教育ミッションを具現化する形で設定されています。
LG1 Critical Thinking
LG2 Diversity Awareness
LG3 Ethical Decision Making
LG4 Effective Communication
LG6 Innovative Leadership (MBA)
LG7 Global Perspective (GLP)
LG2 Diversity Awareness
LG3 Ethical Decision Making
LG4 Effective Communication
LG6 Innovative Leadership (MBA)
LG7 Global Perspective (GLP)
受講後得られる具体的スキルや知識 Learning Outcomes
1. Develop a holistic understanding of ethical principles and their application in business decision-making.
2. Explore the concept of corporate responsibility and its implications for organizational practices.
3. Examine sustainability frameworks and their role in creating resilient and responsible business models.
4. Analyze real-world case studies to understand the practical implementation of ethics, responsibility, and sustainability in diverse industries.
5. Develop the skills to integrate ethical, responsible, and sustainable practices into organizational strategies.
2. Explore the concept of corporate responsibility and its implications for organizational practices.
3. Examine sustainability frameworks and their role in creating resilient and responsible business models.
4. Analyze real-world case studies to understand the practical implementation of ethics, responsibility, and sustainability in diverse industries.
5. Develop the skills to integrate ethical, responsible, and sustainable practices into organizational strategies.
SDGsとの関連性 Relevance to Sustainable Development Goals
Goal 4 質の高い教育をみんなに（Quality Education）
教育手法 Teaching Method
| 教育手法 Teaching Method | % of Course Time | |
|---|---|---|
| インプット型 Traditional | 0 % | |
| 参加者中心型 Participant-Centered Learning | ケースメソッド Case Method | 20 % |
| フィールドメソッド Field Method | 80 % | 合計 Total | 100 % |
事前学修と事後学修の内容、レポート、課題に対するフィードバック方法 Pre- and Post-Course Learning, Report, Feedback methods
Course Approach: The ERS Project is centered on engaging with Multinational Corporations (MNCs) based in Aichi Prefecture to gain insights into their approaches toward ethics, responsibility, and sustainability.
Readings (cases or discussion material) will be assigned and provided in advance for specific sessions. The focus is on student responsibility for learning through actively applying course content, engaging with stakeholders, and collaborating in teams for the final report. Active class participation and preparation are mandatory for this course.
Outcomes: Developing Short Case Studies with Multimedia Content
Objective & Learning Outcome: The primary goal of the final project is to guide students in developing short case studies with multimedia content (such as videos) that concentrate on topics related to ethics, responsibility, and sustainability within the corporate framework of respective stakeholders. This hands-on activity ensures students gain experience in case writing, fieldwork, stakeholder interaction, and multimedia creation. This initiative provides a holistic learning experience, nurturing skills in research, data collection, stakeholder engagement, multimedia creation, and case writing. It not only prepares them for the immediate task at hand but also equips them with valuable skills for their final case writing seminar.
Group Formation:
Students will be organized into small groups, with each group comprising 3 to 4 members.
Case Development Task:
Each group will be assigned an ERS-related topic, encompassing areas such as environmental conservation, social responsibility, or ethical considerations in selected industries.
Case Structure and Focus:
The case, approximately 4 to 5 pages excluding figures and references, should follow a narrative structure progressing from descriptive to explanatory or exploratory. The primary emphasis should be on the ERS-related topic assigned to the group, focusing on a real scenario or problem that necessitates thoughtful analysis and resolution.
Multimedia Content:
In addition to the written case, students are required to create a multimedia segment (1 or 2 videos, 5-7 minutes combined) that enhances the understanding of the case. This can include interviews, visual data representations, animations, or any multimedia form enriching the case presentation.
Fieldwork and Stakeholder Interaction:
To ensure case authenticity, each group will engage with stakeholders related to their ERS topic. This interaction involves interviews, surveys, on-site observations, or any suitable method for gathering relevant data during dedicated fieldwork.
Students are expected to collect substantial data during fieldwork, including firsthand accounts, statistical information, quotes, images, or other relevant materials that enrich case content.
Case Completion and Presentation:
Post-fieldwork, students will use the collected data to finalize their case and multimedia segment, incorporating insights and sustainability solutions. Groups will present both the written case and multimedia segment to peers, instructors, and stakeholders.
Publication:
Developed cases will not be confined to the classroom; they will be published through relevant avenues, such as academic journals or case publishers, contributing to the broader discourse on sustainability and case studies.
Authorship and Evaluation:
All group members are considered authors of the case and its teaching note. Evaluation is based on the quality of the written case, the effectiveness of the multimedia segment, depth of stakeholder interaction, and overall presentation.
Submission Method:
All required reports must be submitted using "Google Classroom" before the deadline. Late submissions automatically incur penalties.
Final Exam:
There is no final exam in this course.
Use of Electronic Devices:
The use of electronic equipment for purposes unrelated to course learning is strictly prohibited during class, including phones, tablets, smartwatches, and other communication devices.
Readings (cases or discussion material) will be assigned and provided in advance for specific sessions. The focus is on student responsibility for learning through actively applying course content, engaging with stakeholders, and collaborating in teams for the final report. Active class participation and preparation are mandatory for this course.
Outcomes: Developing Short Case Studies with Multimedia Content
Objective & Learning Outcome: The primary goal of the final project is to guide students in developing short case studies with multimedia content (such as videos) that concentrate on topics related to ethics, responsibility, and sustainability within the corporate framework of respective stakeholders. This hands-on activity ensures students gain experience in case writing, fieldwork, stakeholder interaction, and multimedia creation. This initiative provides a holistic learning experience, nurturing skills in research, data collection, stakeholder engagement, multimedia creation, and case writing. It not only prepares them for the immediate task at hand but also equips them with valuable skills for their final case writing seminar.
Group Formation:
Students will be organized into small groups, with each group comprising 3 to 4 members.
Case Development Task:
Each group will be assigned an ERS-related topic, encompassing areas such as environmental conservation, social responsibility, or ethical considerations in selected industries.
Case Structure and Focus:
The case, approximately 4 to 5 pages excluding figures and references, should follow a narrative structure progressing from descriptive to explanatory or exploratory. The primary emphasis should be on the ERS-related topic assigned to the group, focusing on a real scenario or problem that necessitates thoughtful analysis and resolution.
Multimedia Content:
In addition to the written case, students are required to create a multimedia segment (1 or 2 videos, 5-7 minutes combined) that enhances the understanding of the case. This can include interviews, visual data representations, animations, or any multimedia form enriching the case presentation.
Fieldwork and Stakeholder Interaction:
To ensure case authenticity, each group will engage with stakeholders related to their ERS topic. This interaction involves interviews, surveys, on-site observations, or any suitable method for gathering relevant data during dedicated fieldwork.
Students are expected to collect substantial data during fieldwork, including firsthand accounts, statistical information, quotes, images, or other relevant materials that enrich case content.
Case Completion and Presentation:
Post-fieldwork, students will use the collected data to finalize their case and multimedia segment, incorporating insights and sustainability solutions. Groups will present both the written case and multimedia segment to peers, instructors, and stakeholders.
Publication:
Developed cases will not be confined to the classroom; they will be published through relevant avenues, such as academic journals or case publishers, contributing to the broader discourse on sustainability and case studies.
Authorship and Evaluation:
All group members are considered authors of the case and its teaching note. Evaluation is based on the quality of the written case, the effectiveness of the multimedia segment, depth of stakeholder interaction, and overall presentation.
Submission Method:
All required reports must be submitted using "Google Classroom" before the deadline. Late submissions automatically incur penalties.
Final Exam:
There is no final exam in this course.
Use of Electronic Devices:
The use of electronic equipment for purposes unrelated to course learning is strictly prohibited during class, including phones, tablets, smartwatches, and other communication devices.
授業スケジュール Course Schedule
第1日（Day1）
Theme: Understanding Ethics, Responsibility and Sustainability in Corporate ContextTime Allocated: 6 hours excluding breaks
Location: NUCB Business School
Case Discussion Topics
- The role of businesses in addressing social and environmental issues
- Ethical considerations in international business
- Sustainable practices and responsible decision making in business operations
- The role of leadership in promoting ethical behavior
- ERS Project Guidance
●使用するケース
Article: Regional sustainable development using a Quadruple Helix approach in Japan & Others第2日（Day2）
Fieldwork DayTime Allocated: Approx. 9~10 hours including travel time.
Location: Corporate Offices and Manufacturing Facilities in Aichi Prefecture
Visit and discussions with Corporate Stakeholders
Fieldwork Objectives
- Witnessing firsthand the implementation of sustainable practices within corporate operations.
- Evaluating how corporations engage with various stakeholders in matters of ethics and responsibility.
- Assessing the environmental impact of corporate activities.
- Engaging with employees to understand their perspectives on ethical practices within the organization.
- Listening to corporate representatives and conducting short interviews
第3日（Day3）
Fieldwork DayTime Allocated: Approx. 9~10 hours including travel time.
Location: Corporate Offices and Manufacturing Facilities in Aichi Prefecture
Visit and discussions with Corporate Stakeholders
Fieldwork Objectives
- Witnessing firsthand the implementation of sustainable practices within corporate operations.
- Evaluating how corporations engage with various stakeholders in matters of ethics and responsibility.
- Assessing the environmental impact of corporate activities.
- Engaging with employees to understand their perspectives on ethical practices within the organization.
- Listening to corporate representatives and conducting short interviews
第4日（Day4）
Time Allocated: 3 ~ 4 hours excluding breaksLocation: NUCB Business School
- Final Presentations (Group)
- Q&A Session
Student Group Presentations based on Fieldwork
ERS Project Closing
成績評価方法 Evaluation Criteria
*成績は下記該当項目を基に決定されます。
*クラス貢献度合計はコールドコールと授業内での挙手発言の合算値です。
*クラス貢献度合計はコールドコールと授業内での挙手発言の合算値です。
| 講師用内規準拠 Method of Assessment | Weights |
|---|---|
| コールドコール Cold Call | 0 % |
| 授業内での挙手発言 Class Contribution | 40 % |
| クラス貢献度合計 Class Contribution Total | 40 % |
| 予習レポート Preparation Report | 0 % |
| 小テスト Quizzes / Tests | 0 % |
| シミュレーション成績 Simulation | 0 % |
| ケース試験 Case Exam | 0 % |
| 最終レポート Final Report | 60 % |
| 期末試験 Final Exam | 0 % |
| 参加者による相互評価 Peer Assessment | 0 % |
| 合計 Total | 100 % |
評価の留意事項 Notes on Evaluation Criteria
教科書 Textbook
- 配布資料
参考文献・資料 Additional Readings and Resource
1. How Board Members Really Feel About ESG, from Deniers to True Believers N Craig Smith, Ron Soonieus (HBR Article)
2. Is Your Company Ready for a Zero-Carbon Future? By: Nigel Topping (HBR Article)
3. Goodall, C. (2020). What We need to do now: For a zero carbon future. Profile Books.
4. Parris, T. M., & Kates, R. W. (2003). Characterizing and measuring sustainable development. Annual Review of environment and resources, 28(1), 559-586.
5. Torelli, R. (2021), "Sustainability, responsibility and ethics: different concepts for a single path", Social Responsibility Journal, Vol. 17 No. 5, pp. 719-739. https://doi.org/10.1108/SRJ-03-2020-0081
Journals/Magazines
● Harvard Business Review
● Financial Times
● Business week, Fortune and the Wall Street Journal
2. Is Your Company Ready for a Zero-Carbon Future? By: Nigel Topping (HBR Article)
3. Goodall, C. (2020). What We need to do now: For a zero carbon future. Profile Books.
4. Parris, T. M., & Kates, R. W. (2003). Characterizing and measuring sustainable development. Annual Review of environment and resources, 28(1), 559-586.
5. Torelli, R. (2021), "Sustainability, responsibility and ethics: different concepts for a single path", Social Responsibility Journal, Vol. 17 No. 5, pp. 719-739. https://doi.org/10.1108/SRJ-03-2020-0081
Journals/Magazines
● Harvard Business Review
● Financial Times
● Business week, Fortune and the Wall Street Journal
授業調査に対するコメント Comment on Course Evaluation
Teaching this course for the first time.
担当教員のプロフィール About the Instructor
Dr. Hakeem is an associate professor at NUCB Business School, Nagoya University of Commerce and Business. He earned his doctorate and master degrees from the Graduate School of Economics and Management, Tohoku University, Japan, and attended Harvard Business School (HBS), Harvard University for executive education. He worked as an adjunct professor in renowned institutions including, Burgundy School of Business, France, Department of Global and Interdisciplinary Studies (GIS), Hosei University, Japan, and the Graduate School, Tohoku University of Community Service and Science, Japan. He received various awards and scholarships during his academic career, including the Japanese Government Scholarship (MEXT) and JSPS Fellowship at Tohoku University. He has published a number of articles and participated in a series of conferences. His research interests include but are not limited to International Business, Regional Sustainability, Strategic Management, and Network Science.
（実務経験 Work experience）
Dr. Hakeem's professional experience includes work in Investment Management, Financial Consultancy, Education, Training, and Career Counselling in different organizations.
Refereed Articles
- (2024) Turning Lemons into Lemonade: Social Support as a Moderator of the Relationship Between Technostress and Quality of Life Among University Students. Psychology Research and Behavior Management
- (2024) Leveraging place-based resources for quality education: insights from a forest community outreach project in Japan. International Journal of Sustainability in Higher Education
- (2023) Regional Sustainable Development Using a Quadruple Helix Approach in Japan. Regional Studies, Regional Science
- (2022) Application of learning organization 2.0: a case study of Ricoh Ena Forest Japan. The Learning Organization
- (2022) Linking Past with the Future: The Case of Toyota Woven City. NUCB insight 11
Refereed Proceedings
- (2024). Impact of Sustainability Orientation on Entrepreneurial Intention of university students: Mediating roles of Sustainability Emotion. European Academy of Management Proceedings .European Academy of Management. 1. 4. University of Bath, UK
- (2023). Leveraging Place-Based Resources for Regional Sustainability: Insights from a Collaborative Consulting Project. 7th Islamic Finance, Banking & Business Ethics Global Conference .7th Islamic Finance, Banking & Business Ethics Global Conference. 1. 1. Islamabad, Pakistan
- (2023). Transforming Regional Competitiveness through Innovative Smart Technologies: The Case of Toyota Woven City. European Academy of Management (EURAM) Annual Conference 2023 Proceedings .European Academy of Management (EURAM) Annual Conference 2023. 1. 2. Trinity Business School, Dublin, Ireland
- (2019). Equity Markets, Economic Indicators and Investment Patterns: The Network Perspective. Society of Interdisciplinary Business Research (SIBR) 2019 Conference Proceedings ."The Interdisciplinary Approach to Research, Innovation and Practice" SIBR 2019 Conference. 1. 2. Osaka, Japan
- (2018). Asia Pacific, TPP (Trans Pacific Partnership) and US; The Network Perspective. SIBR Conference on Interdisciplinary Business & Economics Research .SIBR Conference on Interdisciplinary Business & Economics Research. 1. 2. Osaka, Japan