Educational guide
IDENTIFYING DATA 2024_25
Subject FUNDAMENTALS OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION Code 00709010
Study programme
0709 - GRADO EN INGENIERÍA INFORMÁTICA
Descriptors Credit. Type Year Period
6 Basic Training Second Second
Language
Castellano
Prerequisites
Department DIREC.Y ECONOMIA DE LA EMPRESA
Coordinador
FERNANDEZ MUIÑOS , MARIA
E-mail mafem@unileon.es
gsang@unileon.es
pminb@unileon.es
Lecturers
SÁNCHEZ GONZÁLEZ , GLORIA
FERNANDEZ MUIÑOS , MARIA
MINAYA BARRERA , PEDRO ENRIQUE
Web http://
General description This subject aims to provide the students the necessary theoretical and practical foundation in the fundamentals of Business Administration in order to understand how to properly manage an organization and carry out any function within business management.
Tribunales de Revisión
Tribunal titular
Cargo Departamento Profesor
Presidente DIREC.Y ECONOMIA DE LA EMPRESA CABEZA GARCIA , LAURA
Secretario DIREC.Y ECONOMIA DE LA EMPRESA HERRERA ENRIQUEZ , DANNY LILIANA
Vocal DIREC.Y ECONOMIA DE LA EMPRESA MARTINEZ CAMPILLO , ALMUDENA
Tribunal suplente
Cargo Departamento Profesor
Presidente DIREC.Y ECONOMIA DE LA EMPRESA MIGUEL DAVILA , JOSE ANGEL
Secretario DIREC.Y ECONOMIA DE LA EMPRESA GONZALEZ ALVAREZ , NURIA
Vocal DIREC.Y ECONOMIA DE LA EMPRESA MUÑOZ DOYAGUE , MARIA FELISA

Competencias
Code  
A18112
A18123
B5619
B5621
B5622
B5623
B5624
B5625
B5627
C2 CMECES2 That students know how to apply their knowledge to their work or vocation in a professional manner and possess the skills that are usually demonstrated through the development and defense of arguments and the resolution of problems within their area of study.
C3 CMECES3 That students have the ability to gather and interpret relevant data (normally within their area of study) to make judgments that include reflection on relevant issues of a social, scientific or ethical nature.
C4 CMECES4 That students can transmit information, ideas, problems and solutions to both a specialised and non-specialised audience
C5 CMECES5 That students have developed those learning skills necessary to undertake further studies with a high degree of autonomy

Learning aims
Competences
1. Understands the theories and models of organization within companies from structural and behavioral perspectives to ensure their effective and efficient operation. A18112
A18123
B5619
B5621
B5622
B5623
B5624
B5625
C2
C3
C4
C5
2. Development of critical thinking applied to the collection, analysis, and interpretation of problems within the company. A18112
A18123
B5619
B5621
B5622
B5623
B5624
C2
C3
C4
C5
3. Solves problems related to business management and decision-making in a creative, innovative, and ethical manner. A18112
A18123
B5621
B5622
B5623
B5624
B5627
C3
4. Demonstrates the ability to communicate and defend arguments both in writing and orally. B5619
C4

Contents
Topic Sub-topic
BLOCK I: FUNDAMENTALS ABOUT THE COMPANY Theme 1: COMPANY AND ENTREPRENEUR
Concept of company and entrepreneur, elements and types of company, importance of the business environment.

Theme 2: COMPANY OBJECTIVES
Explanation of company objectives from different perspectives.

Theme 3: LOCATION, SIZE, AND GROWTH OF THE COMPANY Factors influencing the location, size, and growth of the company.
BLOCK II: FUNCTIONAL AREAS Theme 4: THE MANAGEMENT FUNCTION
Function, skills, roles, and leadership styles, management levels, decision-making process.

Theme 5: THE PRODUCTION FUNCTION
The production function, types of production systems, production planning, and efficiency.

Theme 6: THE COMMERCIAL FUNCTION
Commercial function of the company, concept and types of marketing, elements of the marketing mix.

Theme 7: THE FINANCIAL FUNCTION
Financial structure of the company, investment and financing decisions, financial environment, and types of financing.


Planning
Methodologies  ::  Tests
  Class hours Hours outside the classroom Total hours
Problem solving, classroom exercises 15 25 40
 
Case study 15 25 40
Tutorship of group 4.5 0 4.5
Personal tuition 0 1.5 1.5
 
Lecture 21.5 22 43.5
 
Mixed tests 4 16.5 20.5
 
(*)The information in the planning table is for guidance only and does not take into account the heterogeneity of the students.

Methodologies
Methodologies   ::  
  Description
Problem solving, classroom exercises This method, along with case studies, will be applied to foster diverse learning and complement what is learned in theoretical classes. In some cases, exercises will be done with the assistance of the teacher, while in others, they will be carried out by the students, with the option to submit them.
Case study This method, along with problem-solving, will be applied to foster diverse learning and complement what is learned in theoretical classes. In some topics, the teacher will provide real company cases to the students with the aim of conducting a critical discussion, applying the theoretical knowledge learned up to that point.
Tutorship of group Attendance to these tutorials will be mandatory and aimed at monitoring the student's work and resolving doubts about the theoretical-practical contents of the subject. The groups for these tutorials will not exceed 25 students (although this number may vary depending on the final number of enrolled students). The schedule will be determined by the teacher based on the course progression. These tutorials can also be used for oral presentations of the cases.
Personal tuition These will be virtual tutorials carried out via email. The doubts raised by students about issues related to the subject will be addressed. They will be individual in nature, and the schedule will be determined by the teacher.
Lecture For each topic, the teacher will present and explain the main objectives, motivating active participation from the students. This active participation will stem from both potential doubts or comments that may arise from the students as a result of the teacher's explanations, and questions posed by the teacher to generate a debate that enriches the presentation. At the beginning of each topic, the teacher will provide all the necessary material for its preparation, indicating recommended bibliography and basic material to prepare and complete it (within the lecture hours, those referring to the completion of written tests by the student are included).

Personalized attention
 
Personal tuition
Description

Assessment
  Description Qualification
Problem solving, classroom exercises Problem-solving/exercises in the regular classroom will be assessed based on structure, quality, clarity, correct usage of specific terminology, and accuracy in completing the proposed activities. These practical contents will be evaluated through written tests (to be completed alongside the assessment of theoretical contents) and also through exercises collected by the teacher in class (in cases where the teacher decides to do so). The grade obtained in the set of tests related to practical content (problems/exercises, cases, and exams) will represent 45% of the student's final grade.
Case study Case study assessments will consider structure, quality, clarity, originality, correct usage of specific terminology, and accuracy in completing the proposed activities. The student's oral expression ability will also be taken into account (in cases where the teacher decides to hold oral presentations). The grade obtained in the set of tests related to practical content (problems/exercises, cases, and exams) will represent 45% of the student's final grade.
Tutorship of group Group tutoring attendance and participation in follow-up activities will be taken into account. Attendance and notes and observations taken by the teacher will be monitored. This will account for 5% of the student's final grade. 5%
Mixed tests Mixed tests refer to written tests (exam type) on the theoretical and practical contents mentioned above. The theoretical contents will represent 50% of the student's final grade. * Pruebas mixtas de teoría -> 50 %
* Pruebas mixtas de práctica + Resolución de problemas/ejercicios en aula ordinaria + Estudio de casos -> 45%
 
Other comments and second call

To pass the course, it is necessary to obtain an average grade of 5 points throughout the course (grades from partial written tests plus all the tests carried out in class that make up the continuous assessment). To pass the course, it will be necessary to obtain, at least, an average score of 4 points in the two theoretical tests. Those students who have not achieved a final grade of 5 points in the course must attend the corresponding exam session (second session or December session) with all the theoretical contents and exercises. The maximum score in the second session is 8 points, as the practical cases carried out during the course will no longer be taken into account. In the December session, the grade is calculated on a maximum of 10 points.

A student who does not participate in any of the tests (exercises/problems, cases, or partial written tests) will receive a score of zero in that test, a score that will be taken into account for calculating the average grade. In this regard, once the date of a partial written test is set, it will be unchangeable, and the student who does not attend will receive a zero grade for it.

These and other more specific aspects of the evaluation process will be explained by the teacher in the classroom during the first session with the students.

During the tests, handling any material will not be allowed except for a calculator or other material previously indicated by the teacher that may be used. The possession and use of mobile and/or electronic devices during the tests are strictly prohibited. Simply having such devices as well as notes, books, folders, or various unauthorized materials during the assessment tests will result in the immediate withdrawal of the exam, expulsion from it, and a failing grade, with the incident being reported to the Academic Authority of the Center to carry out the actions established in the Guidelines for Action in Cases of Plagiarism, Copying, or Fraud in Exams or Assessment Tests, approved by the Permanent Commission of the Governing Council on January 29, 2015.


Sources of information
Access to Recommended Bibliography in the Catalog ULE

Basic , , ,
Maynar Mariño, P, La Economía de la Empresa en el Espacio Europeo de Educación Superior, McGraw-Hill, 2008
Cuervo, A, Indroducción a la administración de empresas, Thomson-Cívitas, 2008 (6ª Edicción)
Bibliography (Theory)

BUENO CAMPOS, E. (2022): Introducción a la organización de empresas. Centros de Estudios Financieros. Madrid.

CASTILLO, A.M. (Coord.) (2006): Introducción a la Economía y Administración de Empresas. Pirámide. Madrid.

FUENTES FUENTES, M. M.; y CORDÓN POZO, E. (2021) Fundamentos de Dirección y Administración de Empresas. Pirámide. Madrid. 3º Edición.

GARCÍA-TENORIO, J. (Coord.) (2006): Organización y Dirección de Empresa. Thomson. Madrid.

GUTIÉRREZ ARAGÓN, O. (2016): Fundamentos de Administración de Empresas. Pirámide. Madrid. 2ª Edición.

IBORRA, M; DASÍ, A.; DOLZ, C. y FERRER, C. (2007): Fundamentos de Dirección de Empresas. Thomson Paraninfo. Madrid.

NAVAS LÓPEZ, J. E. y GUERRAS MARTÍN, L. A. (2016) Fundamentos de dirección estratégica de la empresa. Aranzadi. Cizur Menor Navarra. 2ª Edición.

VÁZQUEZ SUÁREZ, L.; SÁNCHEZ GÓMEZ, R. y CALDERÓN MONGE, E. (2020): Introducción a la gestión de empresas. Pirámide. Madrid.

Bibliography (Practice)

BARROSO, C.; CASILLAS, J.C. y Otros (2007): Problemas de Economía de la Empresa. Pirámide.

CASTILLO, A.M.; ABAD, I.M. y RASTROLLO, M.A. (2007): Casos Prácticos de Administración y Dirección de Empresas. Pirámide.

GARCÍA DEL JUNCO, J. y CASANUEVA, C. (Coord.) (2000): Prácticas de la Gestión Empresarial. McGraw-Hill. Madrid.

GUERRAS MARTÍN, L. A.; NAVAS LÓPEZ, J. E. y ÁLVAREZ SUESCUN, E. (2020): Casos de dirección estratégica de la empresa. Cívitas-Thomson Reuters. Cizur Menor Navarra. 6ª Edición.

GUTIÉRREZ ARAGÓN, O. (2016): Fundamentos de Administración de Empresas. Pirámide. Madrid. 2ª Edición

LUQUE, M.A.; BUENO, Y. y SANTOS, B. (2001): Curso Práctico de Economía de la Empresa. Pirámide. Madrid.

PÉREZ GOROSTEGUI, E. (2005): Prácticas de Administración de Empresas. Pirámide. Madrid.

Bibliography of exercises and cases

BARROSO, C.; CASILLAS, J.C. y Otros (2007): Problemas de la Empresa. Ed. Pirámide.

GUERRAS MARTÍN, L. A.; NAVAS LÓPEZ, J. E. y ÁLVAREZ SUESCUN, E. (2020): Casos de dirección estratégica de la empresa. Cívitas-Thomson Reuters. Cizur Menor Navarra. 6ª Edición.

MARTÍN PEÑA, M.L. (Coord.) (2003): Dirección de la Producción: Problemas y Ejercicios resueltos. Ed. Prentice-Hall.

NAVAS LÓPEZ, J.E.; GUERRAS MARTIN, L.A. (2003): Casos de Dirección Estratégica de la Empresa. Ed. Thomson Civitas. 3ª y 6ª edición.

Casos publicados por la Harvard Business School (http://www.hbs.edu/).

 

Complementary

Additional Bibliography

ALEGRE, L.; BERNÉ, C. y GALVE, C. (2000): Fundamentos de Economía de la Empresa: Perspectiva funcional. Ariel. Barcelona. 2ª ed.

BUENO CAMPOS, E. (2005): Curso Básico de Economía de la Empresa. Un enfoque de Organización. Pirámide. Madrid. 4ª ed.

BUENO CAMPOS, E. (2007): Organización de empresas. Estructura, Procesos y Modelos. Pirámide. Madrid. 2ª ed.

CASTILLO, A.M. (Coord.) (2006): Introducción a la Economía y Administración de Empresas. Pirámide. Madrid.

CLAVER, E.; LLOPIS, J.; LLORET, M. y MOLINA, H. (2000): Manual de Administración de Empresas. Civitas. Madrid. 4ª ed.

GARCÍA DEL JUNCO, J. y CASANUEVA ROCHA, C. (Coords.) (2006): Fundamentos de Gestión Empresarial. Pirámide. Madrid. 2ªed.

PÉREZ GOROSTEGUI, E. (2002): Economía de la Empresa (Introducción). Centro de estudios Ramón Areces. Madrid.


Academic Journals

Universia Business Review (http://ubr.universia.net)

Harvard Deusto Business Review (http://www2.e-deusto.com/cdrevistasw/hdbr.htm)

Emprendedores (http://emprendedores.es)

Actualidad Económica (http://www.actualidadeconomica.com)

Alta Dirección (http://altadireccion.es)


Electronic Resources

Web de la Universidad de León: www.unileon.es

Herramienta Web de apoyo a la docencia virtual de la Universidad de León: Moodle

Webs de prensa: www.prensaescrita.com; www.expansion.com; www.cincodias.com

Webs de empresas: www.invertia.es

Webs de instituciones: www.icex.es; www.circe.es; www.mityc.es

Buscador: www.google.es


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Other comments
Inappropriate behaviors in the classroom will be taken into account negatively in the final grade of the subject, with the teacher determining their severity and the corresponding penalty. Depending on the course's progression, the teacher may propose modifications to both the content and the development of the subject.