IGESS (Institute for Global Economics and Social Sciences)

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LANe300CA(英語 / English language education 300)
Business CommunicationⅡA

Julia YONGUE

Class code etc
Faculty/Graduate school IGESS (Institute for Global Economics and Social Sciences)
Attached documents
Year 2024
Class code K6699
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Previous Class title
Term 春学期授業/Spring
Day/Period 月3/Mon.3
Class Type
Campus 多摩 / Tama
Classroom name 315
Grade 3~4
Credit(s) 2
Notes
Open Program
Open Program (Notes)
Global Open Program
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
Category Advanced Courses/専門科目
Disciplinary Courses/IGESS科目
Ⅳ. Global Issues
Faculty Sponsored Department Economics

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Outline and objectives

The aim of this course is to help IGESS students to gain a deeper understanding of the global economy and business through the study of one specific industry, fashion. Over the course of the semester, students will analyze the environmental and social impacts of this industry and consider what is being done (or not being done) to make this industry a more sustainable one.

Goal

By the end of the course, IGESS students will acquire a broader understanding of some of the major economic and social issues facing the global fashion industry and the environmental implications of its business model.

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. )

Students will discuss the assigned readings relating to the course theme. A special feature of this course is its incorporates an 'active learning' component, whereby students are asked to design and complete a fieldwork project with a connection to the fashion industry and present their findings in class.
*Feedback on assignments will be given in class or during office hours.

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[対面/face to face]:Introduction

Course explanation, expectations, self-introductions, etc.

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

Globalization and its impact on the apparel industry

3[対面/face to face]:Fashion and sustainability

From scarcity to abundance: considering the history of clothing

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

Case study of Zara

5[対面/face to face]:The business model of the fast fashion industry

Cost-cutting strategies: Case study of UNIQLO

6[対面/face to face]:Global supply chains

The global garment industry and its "long race to the bottom"

7[対面/face to face]:Midterm progress reports

Planning and discussing fieldwork projects

8[対面/face to face]:Sustainable luxury

Alternative fabrics and zero waste design: Case study of Stella McCartney

9[対面/face to face]:The changing lifecycle of fashion

The global impact of the used clothing business and fashion waste

10[対面/face to face]:What is slow fashion?

Alternate paradigms to the fast fashion model

11[対面/face to face]:Assessment

In-class writing assignment (or quiz)

12[対面/face to face]:Business and sustainability

Presentations on fieldwork projects and discussion

13[対面/face to face]:Business and sustainability

Presentations on fieldwork projects and discussion

14[対面/face to face]:Business and sustainability

Final wrap up and review

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 global 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 via Hoppii.

References

Selected references:
(1) 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.
(2) Connie Ulasewicz and Janet Hethorn, Sustainable fashion take action, Bloomsbury, 2023.
(3) Mark K Brewer, Slow fashion in a fast fashion world: promoting sustainability and responsibility, New Frontiers of Fashion Law, 9 Oct 2019.

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.

Changes following student comments

None. Students are welcome to make requests or voice complaints and concerns at any time during the semester.

Equipment student needs to prepare

PC

Others

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

Due to the small class size, students should always notify the instructor before the start of class if they are unable to attend.

This course is designed for IGESS 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.