MAN331 Contemporary Management
MAN331 Contemporary Management
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Management
Sumeyye Kusakci
Course Lecturer
Course Objectives
This course explores the evolving landscape of management practices, focusing on current challenges and modern strategies. It covers key areas including AI's impact on planning, digital transformation, organizational restructuring, and new-age leadership. Topics will include crisis and change management, remote work, work-life balance, DEI, and agile.
Learning Outcomes
After successful completion of the course, the student will be able to:
Course Materials
Required Textbook
George, J. M., & Jones, G. R. (2019). Contemporary Management (9th ed.). McGraw-Hill Education, ISBN: 9781264948390.
Additional Literature
Harvard Business Review Articles, Harvard Business Review Case Studies, Selected Articles from Top-Tier Management JournalsTeaching Methods
Lectures
Class Discussions
Case Studies
Refreshment Readings
Weekly Topics
| Week | Topic | Readings / References |
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| 1 | Kick-Off | |
| 2 | What Is Contemporary Management? | Relevant Chapter in the Main Textbook |
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Management Lab
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| 3 | From Traditional Management to Managing in 2026 | Relevant Chapter in the Main Textbook |
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Refreshment Reading & Management Lab
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| 4 | Online Session | Relevant Chapter in the Main Textbook |
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Refreshment Reading
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| 5 | Decision Making: Human Judgment in the Age of AI | Relevant Chapter in the Main Textbook |
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Refreshment Reading & Management Lab
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| 6 | Planning in a World That Won't Sit Still | Relevant Chapter in the Main Textbook |
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Refreshment Reading & Management Lab
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| 7 📍 | Sustainability as a Management Challenge | Relevant Chapter in the Main Textbook |
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Refreshment Reading & Management Lab
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| 8 | Midterm Exam | Relevant Chapter in the Main Textbook |
| 9 | Innovation: Design Thinking, Agile & Disruption | Relevant Chapter in the Main Textbook |
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Refreshment Reading & Management Lab
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| 10 | Designing Organizations for the New World of Work: Structure, Culture & AI | Relevant Chapter in the Main Textbook |
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Refreshment Reading & Management Lab
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| 11 | Managing People with AI: The New HRM Would you let AI decide who gets the job? | Relevant Chapter in the Main Textbook |
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Refreshment Reading & Management Lab
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| 12 | Leadership in AI-Driven Organizations | Relevant Chapter in the Main Textbook |
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Refreshment Reading & Management Lab
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| 13 | Leading Through Change & Crisis | Relevant Chapter in the Main Textbook |
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Refreshment Reading & Management Lab
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| 14 | DEI and the Changing Workplace | Relevant Chapter in the Main Textbook |
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Refreshment Reading & Management Lab
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| 15 | Controlling in the Digital Age & Future of Management | Relevant Chapter in the Main Textbook |
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Refreshment Reading & Management Lab
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Course Schedule (All Sections)
| Section | Type | Day 1 | Venue 1 | Day 2 | Venue 2 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MAN331.1 | Course | Monday 12:00 - 14:50 | B F2.1 | - | - |
Office Hours & Room
| Day | Time | Office | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tuesday | 13:00 - 15:00 | A F1.34 | |
| Wednesday | 10:00 - 13:00 | A F1.34 |
Assessment Methods and Criteria
Assessment Components
Final Exam
AI: Not AllowedAlignment with Learning Outcomes : 3 4 5
Midterm Exam
AI: Not AllowedAlignment with Learning Outcomes : 1 2
Management Labs
AI: Consult InstructorAlignment with Learning Outcomes : 6
Refreshment Reading
AI: Consult InstructorAlignment with Learning Outcomes : 1
Attendance & Participation
AI: Not AllowedAlignment with Learning Outcomes : 1
IUS Grading System
| Grading Scale | IUS Grading System | IUS Coeff. | Letter (B&H) | Numerical (B&H) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0 - 44 | F | 0 | F | 5 |
| 45 - 54 | E | 1 | ||
| 55 - 64 | C | 2 | E | 6 |
| 65 - 69 | C+ | 2.3 | D | 7 |
| 70 -74 | B- | 2.7 | ||
| 75 - 79 | B | 3 | C | 8 |
| 80 - 84 | B+ | 3.3 | ||
| 85 - 94 | A- | 3.7 | B | 9 |
| 95 - 100 | A | 4 | A | 10 |
Late Work Policy
Information about late submission policies will be shared during class and posted in this section. Please check back for official guidelines.
ECTS Credit Calculation
📚 Student Workload
This 6 ECTS credit course corresponds to 150 hours of total student workload, distributed as follows:
Lecture Hours
45 hours ⏳ (15 week × 3 h)
Refreshment Reading
20 hours ⏳ (10 week × 2 h)
Management Labs
10 hours ⏳ (10 week × 1 h)
Midterm Exam
35 hours ⏳ (1 week × 35 h)
Final Exam
40 hours ⏳ (1 week × 40 h)
150 Total Workload Hours
6 ECTS Credits
Course Policies
Academic Integrity
All work submitted must be your own. Plagiarism, cheating, or any form of academic dishonesty will result in disciplinary action according to university policies. When in doubt about citation practices, consult the instructor.
Attendance Policy
Students are expected to adhere to the attendance requirements as outlined in the International University of Sarajevo Study Rules and Regulations. Excessive absences, whether excused or unexcused, may impact academic performance and eligibility for assessment. Mandatory sessions (e.g., labs, workshops) require attendance unless formally exempted. For detailed policies on absences, documentation, and penalties, please refer to the official university regulations.
Technology & AI Policy
Laptops/tablets may be used for note-taking only during lectures. Phones should be silenced and put away during all class sessions. Audio/video recording requires prior permission from the instructor.
Artificial Intelligence (AI) Usage: The use of AI tools (e.g., ChatGPT, Copilot, Gemini) varies by assessment component. Please refer to the AI usage indicator next to each assessment item in the Assessment Methods and Criteria section above. Submitting AI-generated content as your own work, where AI is not explicitly allowed, constitutes an academic integrity violation.
Communication Policy
All course-related communication should occur through official university channels (institutional email or SIS). Emails should include [MAN331] in the subject line.
Academic Quality Assurance Policy
Course Academic Quality Assurance is achieved through Semester Student Survey. At the end of each academic year, the institution of higher education is obliged to evaluate work of the academic staff, or the success of realization of the curricula.
Learning Tips
Be prepared to contribute thoughtfully during class discussions, labs, or collaborative work. Active participation deepens understanding and encourages critical thinking.
Complete assigned readings or prep materials before class. Take notes, highlight key ideas, and jot down questions. Aim to grasp core concepts and their applications—not just facts.
Use course frameworks or methodologies to analyze problems, case studies, or projects. Begin early to allow time for reflection and refinement. Seek feedback to improve your work.
Don’t hesitate to reach out when something is unclear. Use office hours, discussion boards, or peer networks to clarify concepts and stay on track.
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| Course Code | Course Title | Weekly Hours* | ECTS | Weekly Class Schedule | ||||||
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| MAN331 | Contemporary Management | 3 | 0 | 6 | Monday 12.00-15.00 | |||||
| Prerequisite | MAN102 | It is a prerequisite to | - | |||||||
| Lecturer | Sumeyye Kusakci | Office Hours / Room / Phone | Tuesday: 13:00-15:00 Wednesday: 10:00-13:00 |
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| skusakci@ius.edu.ba | ||||||||||
| Assistant | Assistant E-mail | |||||||||
| Course Objectives | This course explores the evolving landscape of management practices, focusing on current challenges and modern strategies. It covers key areas including AI's impact on planning, digital transformation, organizational restructuring, and new-age leadership. Topics will include crisis and change management, remote work, work-life balance, DEI, and agile. | |||||||||
| Textbook | George, J. M., & Jones, G. R. (2019). Contemporary Management (9th ed.). McGraw-Hill Education, ISBN: 9781264948390. | |||||||||
| Additional Literature |
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| Learning Outcomes | After successful completion of the course, the student will be able to: | |||||||||
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| Teaching Methods | Lectures, Class Discussions, Case Studies, Refreshment Readings | |||||||||
| Teaching Method Delivery | Face-to-face | Teaching Method Delivery Notes | ||||||||
| WEEK | TOPIC | REFERENCE | ||||||||
| Week 1 | Kick-Off | |||||||||
| Week 2 | What Is Contemporary Management? | Relevant Chapter in the Main Textbook | ||||||||
| Week 3 | From Traditional Management to Managing in 2026 | Relevant Chapter in the Main Textbook | ||||||||
| Week 4 | Online Session | Relevant Chapter in the Main Textbook | ||||||||
| Week 5 | Decision Making: Human Judgment in the Age of AI | Relevant Chapter in the Main Textbook | ||||||||
| Week 6 | Planning in a World That Won't Sit Still | Relevant Chapter in the Main Textbook | ||||||||
| Week 7 | Sustainability as a Management Challenge | Relevant Chapter in the Main Textbook | ||||||||
| Week 8 | Midterm Exam | Relevant Chapter in the Main Textbook | ||||||||
| Week 9 | Innovation: Design Thinking, Agile & Disruption | Relevant Chapter in the Main Textbook | ||||||||
| Week 10 | Designing Organizations for the New World of Work: Structure, Culture & AI | Relevant Chapter in the Main Textbook | ||||||||
| Week 11 | Managing People with AI: The New HRM Would you let AI decide who gets the job? | Relevant Chapter in the Main Textbook | ||||||||
| Week 12 | Leadership in AI-Driven Organizations | Relevant Chapter in the Main Textbook | ||||||||
| Week 13 | Leading Through Change & Crisis | Relevant Chapter in the Main Textbook | ||||||||
| Week 14 | DEI and the Changing Workplace | Relevant Chapter in the Main Textbook | ||||||||
| Week 15 | Controlling in the Digital Age & Future of Management | Relevant Chapter in the Main Textbook | ||||||||
| Assessment Methods and Criteria | Evaluation Tool | Quantity | Weight | Alignment with LOs | AI Usage |
| Final Exam | 1 | 35 | 3,4,5 | Not Allowed | |
| Semester Evaluation Components | |||||
| Midterm Exam | 1 | 25 | 1,2 | Not Allowed | |
| Management Labs | 12 | 20 | 6 | Consult Instructor | |
| Refreshment Reading | 12 | 10 | 1 | Consult Instructor | |
| Attendance & Participation | 1 | 10 | 1 | Not Allowed | |
| *** ECTS Credit Calculation *** | |||||
| Activity | Hours | Weeks | Student Workload Hours | Activity | Hours | Weeks | Student Workload Hours | |||
| Lecture Hours | 3 | 15 | 45 | Refreshment Reading | 2 | 10 | 20 | |||
| Management Labs | 1 | 10 | 10 | Midterm Exam | 35 | 1 | 35 | |||
| Final Exam | 40 | 1 | 40 | |||||||
| Total Workload Hours = | 150 | |||||||||
| *T= Teaching, P= Practice | ECTS Credit = | 6 | ||||||||
| Course Academic Quality Assurance: Semester Student Survey | Last Update Date: 03/11/2026 | |||||||||