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Course Information


Class

Room 200-105, Mondays and Wednesdays, 4:15 - 5:30 p.m.

Coursework

During the first half of the course (April), we will review selected parts of conceptual strategy literature and introduce some useful analytical techniques from marketing and economics. See the schedule for a list of lecture topics and readings. Three short homework assignments will highlight the potential contributions and shortcomings of these approaches. Midway through the quarter, project teams will present their topics and proposed analytical approaches and submit a short report. Each project team will meet individually with the professor and course assistant after the proposal presentation and again towards the end of the quarter.  A final presentation and report will be due by early June.

Pre-Requisites

A good understanding of the MS&E core concepts is essential, particularly those from decision analysis, economics, and optimization.  Some background in finance and/or marketing research is also helpful, but not required.  Presentation and technical writing skills are also required.

Grading

Grades will be based on the following scoring system.  All grades other than attendance will be awarded on a group basis.
 
Weighting
Description
5%
Attendance
(attendance at all class meetings is mandatory)
15%
Homework Assignments
5%
Project Description
25%
Project Proposal
50%
Final Report

Contact Information

 
E-mail
Office
Office Hours
Professor: 
John P. Weyant
weyant@stanford.edu
Terman 406
afternoons by appointment
(schedule meetings with Pam McCrosky, 723-3173)
TA: 
Maria Ines De Miranda
marines@stanford.edu
Terman
by appointment

You are also encouraged to set up meetings with either Prof. Weyant or the TA any time you need input on your project.