This lesson teaches students about the importance of budgets. First, use the Discussion Guide (found in Task 1) to teach students about this concept. Then, use the activity (found in Task 3) to assess their understanding. This activity allows students to understand the importance of budgeting, as well as to interpret and analyze budgeting decisions. A sample answer guide is provided in the Resource Library. A full lesson module related to this concept can be found on the MBA Learning Center. Visit mba.instructure.com and search for "FI:106" in the Commons. 

Lesson Objective: At the completion of this lesson, students will be able to explain the concept of productivity and analyze the role of investments in physical (e.g. technology( and human capital (e.g. education) to increase productivity. Supplies Needed Presentation 1 Productivity Presentation (found in Task 3) Student Handout 1 Henry Ford and the Model T: A Case Study inProductivity (found in Task 4) Student Handout 2 Productivity Ranking Activity (found in Task 6) Student Handout Answer Key 2 Productivity Ranking Activity (found in Resource Library) Student Handout 3 Investment, Productivity, and Growth Quiz (found in Task 7) Student Handout Answer Key 3 Investment, Productivity, and Growth Quiz (found in Resource Library) Video 1 Productivity Cartoon Meet King Joe (9:26) (found in Task 1)   References: Econedlink: Council for Economic Education. (n.d.). Economic Glossary. Retrieved from http://www.econedlink.org/economic-resources/glossary.php Econedlink Henry Ford Case Study. http://www.econedlink.org/lessons/index.php?lid=668&type=educator MBA dictionary. (n.d.). Retrieved November 15, 2014, from MBAResearch and Curriculum Center YouTube Video Productivity Cartoon, Meet King Joe (1948). Published January 28, 2013

This rubric includes three scenarios (one for the classroom, one for the workplace, and one for career-technical student organizations) that can be implemented to assess students' abilities to make oral presentations. It also includes a comprehensive rubric and instructions for using the rubric to assess student performance. A downloadable document containing the full set of activities, intructions, and rubrics can be found in the Resource Library. For more rubrics and other instructional tools, visit https://mbastatesconnection.mbaresearch.org/.

This lesson teaches students about market identification and segmentation, with a focus on ethics. First, use the Discussion Guide (found in Task 1) to teach students about this concept. Then, use the ethical case study and response questions to assess their understanding. This activity allows students to understand target marketing and its implications. A full lesson module related to this concept can be found on the MBA Learning Center. Visit mba.instructure.com and search for "MP:003" in the Commons. 

This lesson focuses on the current business trend of mistrust of leaders and how this trend impacts the workplace. First, use the report to teach your students about the concept and to find classroom implications of this issue. Then, administer the classroom discussion and activity. A downloadable document of the action brief can be found in the Resource Library. For more trend reports such as this one, visit mbastatesconnection.mbaresearch.org and select "Action Briefs" under "Curriculum/Instruction."

There’s more than one way to solve any problem! This LAP lesson module explains some common tools used in problem solving, including intuition, the seven-step approach, and brainstorming. It also details three categories of problems, describes the differences between types of problems, and illustrates why problem solving can help people accomplish their personal and professional goals.LAP modules are comprehensive instructional packages that include all elements of a performance-oriented lesson plan. This LAP includes a student narrative that includes information about problem-solving skills, a (So What?) discussion of why it's important to learn, and a short (Gray Zone) case addressing ethical issues. The instructor section features a comprehensive discussion guide, complete learning guide (short answer) and post-tests (multiple-choice) with descriptive keys, student activities, and more.

This lesson teaches students about the promotional mix. First, use the Discussion Guide (found in Task 1) to teach students about this concept. Then, use the activity to assess their understanding. This activity allows students to research and evaluate the promotion mix of real companies, making the concept more relevant and engaging. A full lesson module related to this concept can be found on the MBA Learning Center. Visit mba.instructure.com and search for "PR:003" in the Commons. 

This unit is an exceprt from the MBA Research and Curriculum Personal Finance Course Guide. Course Guides include recommended performance indicators, sequencing, instructional objectives, resources, and activities for students.  It focuses on the concept of personal finance and includes objectives, activities, and several book and online resources. The full course includes 9 more units focused on setting goals, budgeting, tracking and borrowing money, and financial literacy skills. To access the full course guide, visit mbastatesconnection.mbaresearch.org and select "Course Guides" under "Curriculum and Instruction."Use this as a guide to teaching a unit about earning money. Each task is related to one performance indicator in the unit. First, use the learning objectives to teach students the important components of a topic. Then, use the activity to engage students and reinforce learning. The online and textbook resources in each tasks can be used to extend learning.

This unit is an exceprt from the MBA Research and Curriculum Principles of Entrepreneurship Course Guide. Course Guides include recommended performance indicators, sequencing, instructional objectives, resources, and activities for students. The full course includes 11 more units focused on generating ideas, establishing a business, and more. To access the full course guide, visit mbastatesconnection.mbaresearch.org and select "Course Guides" under "Curriculum and Instruction."Use this as a guide to teaching a unit about determining feasibility. Each task is related to one performance indicator in the unit. First, use the learning objectives to teach students the important components of a topic. Then, use the activity to engage students and reinforce learning. The online and textbook resources in each tasks can be used to extend learning.

Project Management Skills for Life® is a guide that provides an introduction to the basics of project management as well as tools and techniques to help develop skills to become a great project manager leading successful projects. A basic understanding of project management concepts will help your team effectively create a plan, organize activities and train individuals to complete simple to very complex projects.

Presented in a course format, the Project Management Skills for Life® program teaches you to identify the project, project manager, team members and stakeholders. The program shows the project manager and team how to create a plan to identify the tasks needed to accomplish the scope of work, manage time efficiently and communicate with other team members and stakeholders effectively.

Everything starts with a project - a short-term undertaking that creates a unique good or service. Projects help businesses maintain flexibility so that they can take advantage of new opportunities quickly and effectively. Teach your students more about projects, why they’re important, and how businesses manage them effectively. LAP modules are comprehensive instructional packages that include all elements of a performance-oriented lesson plan. This LAP includes a student narrative that includes information about project management, a (So What?) discussion of why it's important to learn, and a short (Gray Zone) case addressing ethical issues. The instructor section features a comprehensive discussion guide, complete learning guide (short answer) and post-tests (multiple-choice) with descriptive keys, student activities, and more.

Between choosing wording for labels, selecting packaging materials, and monitoring product quality, product managers often face serious ethical dilemmas. In this LAP, students will examine several common ethical issues that product managers deal with on a daily basis – and gain an in-depth understanding of the importance of ethical behavior in product/service management. In the Gray Zone, students will consider the case of a product manager who is facing pressure to label a new product with “no sugar added,” despite the product’s naturally high sugar levels. LAP modules are comprehensive instructional packages that include all elements of a performance-oriented lesson plan. This LAP includes a student narrative that includes information about ethics in product/service management, a (So What?) discussion of why it's important to learn, and a short (Gray Zone) case addressing ethical issues. The instructor section features a comprehensive discussion guide, complete learning guide (short answer) and post-tests (multiple-choice) with descriptive keys, student activities, and more.

This lesson focuses on the current business trend of salary/benefits issues and how this trend impacts the workplace. First, use the report (found in Task 1) to teach the concept and find classroom implications. Then, lead the class in discussion and activities.  A downloadable document of the action brief can be found in the Resource Library. For more action briefs such as this one, visit mbastatesconnection.mbaresearch.org and select "Action Briefs" under "Curriculum/Instruction."

Technology has drastically changed how we work and conduct business. Teach your students about some of the technologies that modern businesses use, as well as the ways that technological innovation has altered and influenced the business world. LAP modules are comprehensive instructional packages that include all elements of a performance-oriented lesson plan. This LAP includes a student narrative that includes information about technology's impact on business, a (So What?) discussion of why it's important to learn, and a short (Gray Zone) case addressing ethical issues. The instructor section features a comprehensive discussion guide, complete learning guide (short answer) and post-tests (multiple-choice) with descriptive keys, student activities, and more.

The expression “many hands make light work” is true in many contexts: in school, work, and everyday life. Many skills – such as commitment, communication, sharing, controlling conflict, and encouragement – are necessary to become an effective team player. Use this LAP to teach your students about different types of teams, why teams are important, how teams are beneficial, and the ways that teamwork leads to success. LAP modules are comprehensive instructional packages that include all elements of a performance-oriented lesson plan. This LAP includes a student narrative that includes information about participating as a team member, a (So What?) discussion of why it's important to learn, and a short (Gray Zone) case addressing ethical issues. The instructor section features a comprehensive discussion guide, complete learning guide (short answer) and post-tests (multiple-choice) with descriptive keys, student activities, and more.

This lesson teaches students about income statements. First, use the Discussion Guide (found in Task 1) to teach students about this concept. Then, use the activity (found in Task 3) to assess their understanding. This activity asks students to examine an income statement and see a real example of why they are so important to businesses. A full lesson module related to this concept can be found on the MBA Learning Center. Visit mba.instructure.com and search for "FI:094" in the Commons.