Thesis Seminar 1 ｜ Syllabus data

Course Title

Thesis Seminar 1

Course Title in English

Thesis Seminar 1

Course Type

Major Courses

ー

Eligible Students

School of Economics and Management

Target Grade

3Year

Course Numbering Code

KCCBG3MCA3

Credits

2.00Credits

The course numbering code represents the faculty managing the subject, the department of the target students, and the education category (liberal arts / specialized course). For detailed information, please download the separate manual from the upper right 'question mark'.

Type of Class

演習 (Seminar)

Eligible Year/Semester

Spring semester 2026

(Spring semester)

Instructor

Stephanie Assmann Terada

Affiliation

School of Economics and Management
Global Business Course

Language of Instruction

English

Related SDGs

5／7／11／12／16

Office Hours and Location

Office Hours
Thursday, 10:40-12:10
Research Building I
Office A-231

Contact

E-Mail:
assmann@em.u-hyogo.ac.jp

Corresponding Diploma Policy

A double circle indicates the most relevant DP number and a circle indicates the associated DP.

Corresponding Undergraduate School DP

1◎／3◎／4◎

Corresponding Graduate School DP

ー

Corresponding University-Wide DP

N/a

Academic Goals of Teacher Training Course

Ability to keep polishing／Ability to teach and lean on

Course Objectives and Learning Outcome

The Thesis Seminar I is a continuation of the Research Seminars I, II, and III.
Course Objective: The goal of this course is for students to conduct research on a graduation thesis topic and present their research results under the guidance of the course instructor.
Learning Objective: Students will continue research on their chosen topic and write a graduation thesis.

Subtitle and Keywords of the Class

Research
Academic writing

Course Overview and Schedule

I. Course Content
The Thesis Seminar I is a continuation of Research Seminars I, II, and III.
This course aims to support independent research on a graduation thesis topic, with students presenting their findings under the instructor’s guidance.
Students are expected to further develop their research and complete a graduation thesis on their chosen topic.
Students will review graduation theses written by previous students.

II. Course Schedule
1. Introduction
2. Thesis Supervision
3. Thesis Supervision
4. Thesis Supervision
5. Thesis Supervision
6. Student Presentation
7. Student Presentation
8. Student Presentation
9. Student Presentation
10. Student Presentation
11. Student Presentation
12. Academic Writing
13. Academic Writing
14. Comments on the Thesis Manuscript
15. Comments on the Thesis Manuscript

In-person/Remote Classification

In-person

Implementation Method and Remote Credit Limit Application

• In-person classes only
• Not subject to the cap on distance-education credits

Uses of Generative AI

Completely forbidden

Precautions for using Generative AI

In this course, the use of generative AI is strictly prohibited. Any use during class is forbidden, and if a violation is discovered, credits may not be granted or may be revoked.
Regardless of whether generative AI is used or not, students must pay attention to the contents described in “Guidelines on the Use of Generative AI in Education at the University of Hyogo (For Students)”

Textbook

授業で表示します。

References

Readings will be made available in class.

Contents and Estimated Time for Pre- and Post- Learning (Preparation and Review)

[Preparation] Students are expected to complete the readings related to the class (15 hours) and prepare a brief presentation of 15 minutes (5 hours).
[Review] Students are expected to review the readings covered in class to deepen their understanding of the class contents (20 hours).

Contents of Active Learning

Students will have an opportunity to present their research and comment on their fellow students' research presentations.

Grading Criteria and Methods

[Grading Criteria]
Students are expected to develop the knowledge, skills, reasoning, judgment, and expression outlined in the course objectives and learning goals through their graduation thesis research.
Grades will be assigned as follows: S (90 points or above), A (80 points or above), B (70 points or above), and C (60 points or above).
At least 60 points are required for obtaining credit for this course.

[Grading Method]
Final grades will be based on the following: 40% thesis manuscript, 40% research progress presentation, and 20% active contribution to class activities .

How to Disclose Assignments and Exam Results

1. The course instructor will return the students' thesis manuscripts with comments.
2. In the final class, the course instructor will review the overall contents of the class and conduct a feedback session.

Precautions and Requirements for Course Registration

1. Students are required to submit a thesis manuscript and give a presentation on the progress of their research in class.
2. Students are required to attend classes weekly. Three or more unexcused absences will result in failure of the course.

Practical Education

The course instructor plans to conduct one field trip and one event related to career guidance.

Remarks

Not applicable.

In cases where any differences arise between the English version and the original Japanese version, the Japanese version shall prevail as the official authoritative version.