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LANe300CA(英語 / English language education 300)
Intermediate Business English A

Julia YONGUE

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Faculty/Graduate school Faculty of Economics
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Year 2022
Class code K6328
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Term 春学期授業/Spring
Day/Period 月3/Mon.3
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Campus 多摩
Classroom name 各学部・研究科等の時間割等で確認
Grade 3
Credit(s) 2
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Open Courses
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Global Open Courses
Interdepartmental class taking system for Academic Achievers
Interdepartmental class taking system for Academic Achievers (Notes)
Class taught by instructors with practical experience
SDGs CP
Urban Design CP
Diversity CP
Learning for the Future CP
Carbon Neutral CP
Chiyoda Campus Consortium
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Outline and objectives

Students taking this course will learn about and discuss issues relating to globalization (global capitalism) through the study of one specific industry, fashion. The central question that students will consider is: How has the globalization of the fashion industry affected the economies, societies, and businesses of developed nations, especially Japan, as well as those of developing ones?

Goal

To research and think critically about business and its impact on society and the environment.

Which item of the diploma policy will be obtained by taking this class?

ディプロマポリシーのうち、「DP3」「DP5」に関連

Default language used in class

英語 / English

Method(s)(学期の途中で変更になる場合には、別途提示します。 /If the Method(s) is changed, we will announce the details of any changes. )

We will discuss readings relating to the course goals, mainly in small groups. The course also incorporates an 'active learning' element, whereby students will select/design a fieldwork project relating to the fashion industry and present their findings in class at the end of the semester.
*Feedback on assignments will be given during office hours and/or during class.

Active learning in class (Group discussion, Debate.etc.)

あり / Yes

Fieldwork in class

あり / Yes

Schedule

授業形態/methods of teaching:対面/face to face

※各回の授業形態は予定です。教員の指示に従ってください。

1[未定/undecided]:Introduction

Class expectations, explanations, self-introductions

2[対面/face to face]:What is globalization?

Pros and cons of globalization

3[対面/face to face]:What is fast fashion?

Learning about the fast fashion industry's business model (Zara)

4[対面/face to face]:Sustainable fashion

Sustainable, ethical brands (The 30-year t-shirt); the true cost of fast fashion

5[対面/face to face]:History of the global garment industry

The travels of a t-shirt in the global economy (1): the roots of today's global supply chains

6[対面/face to face]:The circular economy

The travels of a t-shirt in the global economy (2): a business model for the secondhand economy

7[対面/face to face]:Fieldwork project discussion

Discussing and planning fieldwork projects

8[対面/face to face]:The fashion industry and the environment

Alternative fabrics and the rise of sustainable global fashion brands

9[対面/face to face]:The future of fashion

COVID-19's impact on the fashion industry (Gucci)

10[対面/face to face]:Assessment

In-class writing assignment (or quiz)

11[対面/face to face]:Considering the impact of the fashion business

Student-led presentations on fieldwork projects and discussion

12[対面/face to face]:Considering the impact of the fashion business

Student-led presentations on fieldwork projects and discussion

13[対面/face to face]:Considering the impact of the fashion business

Student-led presentations on fieldwork projects and discussion

14[対面/face to face]:Final wrap up and review

Discussion: reassessing the impact of global capitalism in the fashion industry

Work to be done outside of class (preparation, etc.)

(1) Taking business courses offered at Hosei
(2) Reading recent business news
(3) Preparing for class activities
Since the theme of the spring semester is the fashion industry and its impact on the environment and society, having an interest in this topic is preferable.
Regular (daily) study (of about 2 hours total per week) is key to academic success. 本授業の準備学習・復習時間は、各2時間を標準とします。

Textbooks

There is no textbook. Readings will be provided on Hoppii.

References

Selected references:
Pietra Rivoli, The travels of a t-shirt in the global economy: an economist examines the markets, power, and politics of world trade, Wiley, 2014.
Eugene K. Choi, UNIQLO and Tadashi Yanai (ch 19) in Handbook of East Asian Business, T. Lai and H. Yu, eds., Routledge, 2015.
Mark K Brewer, Slow fashion in a fast fashion world: promoting sustainability and responsibility, New Frontiers of Fashion Law, 9 Oct 2019.
*Articles from publications including The Nikkei Newspaper, The Atlantic, New York Times, The Japan Times, etc.

Grading criteria

(1) Participation (40%). Students MUST attend all of the classes and express their opinions in discussions in order to receive a high grade. Attitude, punctuality, and overall effort are also important factors for evaluating student performance.
(2) Evaluation (60%): Students must score at least 60% on their evaluation (presentations) in order to pass the course. Due to the pandemic, the evaluation method and teaching method (face to face) are subject to change.
Should the class be held via zoom, students should keep their video camera on at all times, unless doing so would compromise their internet reception.

Changes following student comments

N/A. Students are welcome to make requests or voice complaints and concerns at any time during the semester.

Equipment student needs to prepare

Should the pandemic prevent us from meeting in person, students should secure a reliable high-speed internet connection in order to participate via zoom.

Others

THIS CLASS IS LIMITED TO 20 STUDENTS. THOSE WHO WISH TO REGISTER MUST ATTEND THE FIRST CLASS.


This course is designed for students who are earning their degree in English. Japanese language degree students in the economic department or others may enroll with permission from the instructor.