Course unit titles

Quantitative Management

Course unit code

MNO102

Type of course unit (compulsory, optional)

compulsory

Level of course units (according to

EQF: first cycle Bachelor, second cycle Master)

The first cycle of Bachelor Degree Program

Year of study when the course unit is delivered

(if applicable)

2020 - 2021

Semester/trimester when the course unit is delivered

The 3rd Semester of Bachelor Study

Number of ECTS credits allocated

4.8 Credits

Name of lecturer(s)

  1. Noorlaily Fitdiarini, SE.,MBA
  2. Rahmat Heru Setianto, SE.,M.Sc
  3. Febriana Wurjaningrum, Dr.,SE.,MT
  4. Nurullaily Kartika, SE.,MBA
  5. Raras Kirana Wandira, SE.,MBA.,MM
  6. Ratri Amelia Aisyah, SM.,MSM

Learning outcomes of the course unit

After completing  this course, the students are expected to be able to adapt to the techniques in quantitative analysis in various situations in order to make appropriate decisions.

Mode of delivery (face-to-face, distance learning)

Face-to-face and distance learning (using Great UNAIR)

Prerequisites and co-requisites (if applicable)

-

Course content

Quantitative Management Learning discusses about

1.Introduction

2-4.Linear Programming: The Simplex Method

5.Integer Programming & goal programming

6.Simulation Modeling

7.Transportation Models

8.Assignment Models

9.Network Models

10.Project Management

11.Markov Analysis

12.Analytic Hierarchy Process

Recommended or required

reading and other learning resources/tools

Barry Render & Ralph M.Stair, Jr., Quantitative Analysis for Management, tenth Edition, Prentice Hall, Inc (RS)

Planned learning activities and teaching methods

Classical Lectures, Discussions, and  Assignments.

Language of instructions

Indonesian

Assessment methods and criteria

Midterm & Final Exam (40%), Assignments (20%), Quiz (20%), Attendance (10%), Activity (10%)

Course unit title

Quality Management

Course unit code

MNO302

Type of course unit (compulsory, optional)

optional

Level of course unit (according to

EQF: first cycle Bachelor, second cycle Master)

The First cycle of Bachelor Degree Program

Year of study when the course unit is delivered

(if applicable)

2020 - 2021

Semester/trimester when the course unit is delivered

The Sixth Semester of Bachelor Study

Number of ECTS credits allocated

4.8 Credits

Name of lecturer(s)

  1. Febriana Wurjaningrum, Dr.,SE.,MT
  2. Nurullaily Kartika, SE.,MBA
  3. Raras Kirana Wandira, SE.,MBA.,MM

Learning outcomes of the course unit

At the end of the course, students are expected to explain about quality perspectives, quality theory, international quality standards; simulate strategic quality planning, consumer voice and market voice screening, quality in product and process design; design service quality and supplier quality in the supply chain; as well as elaborate the application of quality improvement.

Mode of delivery (face-to-face, distance learning)

Face-to-face and distance learning (using https://hebat.elearning.unair.ac.id/)

Prerequisites and co-requisites (if applicable)

Operations and Supply Chain Management

Course content

1.Quality Perspectives

2.Quality Theory

3.International and Global Quality Standards

4.Strategic Quality Planning

5.Consumer Voice and Market Voice

6.Quality in Product and Process Design

Designing Service Quality (Service)

7.Quality Methods

8.Managing Quality Development Teams and Projects

9. Statistics Based Quality Development for Data

Variables and Attributes

10.Six Sigma Management and Methods

11.Managing Learning for Quality Development

12.Implementation and Validation of Quality System

Recommended or required

reading and other learning resources/tools

Foster, S. Thomas. 2004. Managing Quality: an Integrative

Approach 2nd edition. New Jersey : Pearson Prentice Hall, (TF) Gaspersz, Vincent. 2002. Total Quality Management. Jakarta : Gramedia Pustaka Utama

Planned learning activities and teaching methods

Lectures, Discussions, and Quizzes

Language of instruction

Indonesian

Assessment methods and criteria

Mid-term exam 25%, Final exam 25%, Assignments 20%, Presentation 15%, Activities 10% Attendance 5%

Course unit title

Protestant Christianity II

Course unit code

AGP401

Type of course unit (compulsory, optional)

compulsory

Level of course unit (according to

EQF: first cycle Bachelor, second cycle Master)

The first cycle of Bachelor Degree Program

Year of study when the course unit is delivered

(if applicable)

2020 - 2021

Semester/trimester when the course unit is delivered

The Seventh Semester of Bachelor Study

Number of ECTS credits allocated

3.2 Credits

Name of lecturer(s)

Evie Umboh, Pdt., S.Th., M.Kes

Learning outcomes of the course unit

After completing this course, students are expected to be able to apply the Christian faith gospel

Mode of delivery (face-to-face, distance learning)

Face-to-face and distance learning (using https://hebat.elearning.unair.ac.id/)

Prerequisites and co-requisites (if applicable)

Protestant Christianity Study I

Course content

1) Personal Identity and Integrity, 2) Leadership, 3) Social Ethics, and 4) Scientific and Professional Ethics, which are elaborated into the following sub-topics or topics: (1) introduction of one's own personal character & others , (2) Values of Christian faith life, (3) Implementation of Christian faith life values in the face of global culture, (4) Emotional, social & spiritual intelligence, (5) Effective leadership & communication, (6) Relationship ethics interpersonal, (7) family ethics, (8) Christian ethics

Recommended or required

reading and other learning resources/tools

1) Personal Identity and Integrity, 2) Leadership, 3) Social Ethics, and 4) Scientific and Professional Ethics, which are elaborated into the following sub-topics or topics: (1) introduction of one's own personal character & others , (2 ) Values of Christian faith life, (3) Implementation of Christian faith life values in the face of global culture, (4) Emotional, social & spiritual intelligence, (5) Effective leadership & communication, (6) Relationship ethics interpersonal, (7 ) family ethics, (8) Christian ethics 2002, Verkuyl, J., 1997, Christian Ethics: General Section, Translation by Soegiarto

Planned learning activities and teaching methods

Lectures, Discussions, and Quizzes

Language of instruction

Indonesian

Assessment methods and criteria

Assignments (20%), midterm exam (20%), final exam (20%), Reports (40%)

Course unit titles

Protestant Christianity I

Course unit code

AGP101

Type of course unit (compulsory, optional)

Compulsory

Level of course units (according to

EQF: first cycle Bachelor, second cycle Master)

The first cycle of Bachelor Degree Program 

Year of study when the course unit is delivered

(if applicable)

2020 – 2021

Semester/trimester when the course unit is delivered

The first Semester of Bachelor Study 

Number of ECTS credits allocated

3.2 Credits

Name of lecturer(s)

MKWU TEAM

Learning outcomes of the course unit

After completing the course, the students are expected to be able to:  

  1. Implement various ways to strengthen Faith and Taqwa 
  2. Develop a noble character  
  3. Reflect Protestant Christian teachings as the basis principles to think and behave in the development of knowledge and professions.

Mode of delivery (face-to-face, distance learning)

Face-to-face and distance learning (using Great UNAIR)

Prerequisites and co-requisites (if applicable)

-

Course content

Protestant Christian Religious Education I is a course that reflects religion as a value and guidance in the development of a Christian personality that upholds human dignity.

This course is presented based on the components of the Curriculum

Competency Based (KBK), consisting of competence,

Study Substance, Sub Study, and All Learning Process Including Methodology and Evaluation. The substance of the study is a topic that has been determined by the Directorate General of Higher Education through the Decree No. 38/Dikti/Kep/2002.

Recommended or required

reading and other learning resources/tools

1. J. Verkuyl, 1992, CHRISTIAN ETHICS – THE RACE OF THE NATION & THE COUNTRY, Jakarta, Gunung Mulia.

2. J.Verkuyl, 2003, CHRISTIAN ETHICS GENERAL, Jakarta

Glorious Mountain.

Planned learning activities and teaching methods

Lectures, Discussions, Exercises, Assignments

Language of instructions

Indonesian

Assessment methods and criteria

Midterm exam (30%) & Final Exam (40%), Assignments (30%)

Course unit title

Project Management

Course unit code

MNK204

Type of course unit (compulsory, optional)

optional

Level of course unit (according to

EQF: first cycle Bachelor, second cycle Master)

The first cycle of Bachelor Degree program

Year of study when the course unit is delivered

(if applicable)

2020 - 2021

Semester/trimester when the course unit is delivered

The Sixth Semester of Bachelor Study

Number of ECTS credits allocated

4.8 Credits

Name of lecturer(s)

  1. Febriana Wuryaningrum, SE.,MT 
  2. Mochammad Thanthowy Syamsuddin, SE.,MAB

Learning outcomes of the course unit

At the end of the course, students are expected to be able to explain the concepts, methodologies and implementation of project management; elaborate the interrelationships between various phenomena and theoretical aspects of project management as well as apply business in real life.

Mode of delivery (face-to-face, distance learning)

Face-to-face and distance learning (using https://hebat.elearning.unair.ac.id/)

Prerequisites and co-requisites (if applicable)

Operations and Supply Chain Management

Course content

1.Organization Strategy and Project Selection

2.Organization Structure and Culture

3.Defining the Project

4.Estimating Project Times and Costs

5.Developing a Project Plan

6.Managing Risk

7.Scheduling Resources and Costs

8.Reducing Project Duration

9.Managing Project Teams

10.Managing Conflict in a Project

11.Progress and Performance Measurement and Evaluation

12.Project Audit and Closure

Recommended or required

reading and other learning resources/tools

Project Management : Achieving Competitive Advantage, Jeffrey K. Pinto, 2007 New Jersey, Prentice Hall

Radical Project Management, Rob Thomsett, 2006, New Jersey, Prentice Hall

Project Management : The Managerial Process, Clifford F. Gray & Erik W. Larson, 2008, McGraw-Hill/Irwin. (CE)

Project Management : Concept and Implementation, Budi Santosa,

2008, First Printing, First Edition, Publisher : Graha Ilmu

(BS)

Planned learning activities and teaching methods

Lectures, Discussions, and Quizzes

Language of instruction

Indonesian

Assessment methods and criteria

Mid-term exam 25%, Final exam 25%, Assignments 20%, Presentation 15%, Activities 10% Attendance 5%

Course unit title

Product and Brand Management

Course unit code

MNP302

Type of course unit (compulsory, optional)

optional

Level of course unit (according to

EQF: first cycle Bachelor, second cycle Master)

The first cycle of Bachelor Degree Program

Year of study when the course unit is delivered

(if applicable)

2020 - 2021

Semester/trimester when the course unit is delivered

The Sixth Semester of Bachelor Study

Number of ECTS credits allocated

4.8 Credits

Name of lecturer(s)

  1. Masmira Kurniawati, Dr.,SE.,M.Si
  2. Ratri Amelia Aisyah, SM.,MSM

Learning outcomes of the course unit

After completing this course, the students are expected to elaborate the conceptual and managerial issues in product management, analyze and synthesize elements of situation where the product is marketed, and practice to set the most appropriate product strategy.

Mode of delivery (face-to-face, distance learning)

Face-to-face and distance learning (using https://hebat.elearning.unair.ac.id/)

Prerequisites and co-requisites (if applicable)

Marketing Management

Course content

1. Introduction to Product Management

2. Product Marketing Planning

3. Product Category Attractiveness Analysis

4. Product Strategy Development: The Marketing Mix

5. New Product Development and NPD Management

6. Brand Management and Intellectual Property

7. Building Brand Equity

8. Development, measurement and brand equity management system

9. Design and Implement Branding Strategies

10. Introducing and Naming New Products and Brand Expansion

11. Brand Management from Time to Time

12. Geographical Cross-Border Brand Management and Market Segments

Recommended or required

reading and other learning resources/tools

Donald R. Lehmann,  and Russel S. Winer, Product Management, 4th edition, McGraw-Hill, 2004. (LW)

Crawford, C. Merk and Di Benedetto, New Product Management, 7th edition, McGraw-Hill, 2008. (CD)

Kevin Lane Keller, Strategic Brand Management, 3rd   edition, Prentice-Hall, Inc., 2007. (KL)

Other references (especially for this subject presented on

Week 7: Brand and Intellectual Property, or any other topic that is hot in the community.

Planned learning activities and teaching methods

Lectures, Discussions, and Quizzes

Language of instruction

Indonesian

Assessment methods and criteria

Tasks and percentages 10%, Discussion 20%, Mid-term exam 30%, and Final exam 40%

Course unit title

Planning and Controlling Production

Course unit code

MNS305

Type of course unit (compulsory, optional)

optional

Level of course unit (according to

EQF: first cycle Bachelor, second cycle Master)

The first cycle of Bachelor Degree Program

Year of study when the course unit is delivered

(if applicable)

2020 - 2021

Semester/trimester when the course unit is delivered

The Sixth Semester of Bachelor Study

Number of ECTS credits allocated

4.8 Credits

Name of lecturer(s)

  1. Nurullaily Kartika, SE.,MBA
  2. Mochammad Thanthowy Syamsuddin, SE.,MAB 

Learning outcomes of the course unit

After completing this course, students are able to explain production functions and systems, production planning and control, definitions and functions of inventory; develop forecasting; aggregate planning; and inventory control methods.

Mode of delivery (face-to-face, distance learning)

Face-to-face and distance learning (using https://hebat.elearning.unair.ac.id/)

Prerequisites and co-requisites (if applicable)

Operation management

Course content

1.Introduction

2.Forecasting & market analysis

3.Independent demand systems; deterministic models

4.Discrete demand systems : deterministic models

5.Independent demand systems

6.Inventory system changes & limitations

7.Single Order quantities

8.Dependent demand systems; MRP

9.JIT & in process inventory

10.Distribution inventory systems

11.Inventory valuation & measurement

12.Aggregate inventory control

Recommended or required

reading and other learning resources/tools

Tersine, Richard, J, Principles of inventory and materials management, Third edition. North Holland, 1988. (TR)

Nasution, Arman Hakim. Production planning and control. 1st ed., graham science. 2008 (NA)

Planned learning activities and teaching methods

Lectures, Discussions, and Quizzes

Language of instruction

Indonesian

Assessment methods and criteria

Mid-term 30%, Final term 30%, Assignments 30%, and Participation 10%

Course unit title

Personal Finance

Course unit code

MNK315

Type of course unit (compulsory, optional)

compulsory

Level of course unit (according to

EQF: first cycle Bachelor, second cycle Master)

The first cycle of  Bachelor Degree Progam

Year of study when the course unit is delivered

(if applicable)

2020 - 2021

Semester/trimester when the course unit is delivered

The 4th Semester of Bachelor Study

Number of ECTS credits allocated

4.8 Credits

Name of lecturer(s)

  1. Wisudanto, Dr.,SE.,MM.,CFP
  2. Rahmat Heru Setianto, SE.,M.Sc

Learning outcomes of the course unit

After completing this course, the students are expected to acquire the competencies in the followings:


1. Explaining the importance of personal financial planning.

2. Designing investment planning in order to achieve personal goals  and the concept of risk management for individuals. 

3. Designing insurance needs for individuals in order to achieve personal goals.

Mode of delivery (face-to-face, distance learning)

Face-to-face and distance learning (using https://hebat.elearning.unair.ac.id/)

Prerequisites and co-requisites (if applicable)

Financial Management II

Course content

1.Personal Financebasics and Time Value of Money and Financial Aspects of Career Planning

2.Money Management Strategy

3.Time Value of Money in Practice

4.Managing Your Debt

5.Investing Your Financial Resources I

6.Investing Your Financial Resources II

7.Insuring Your Resources

8.Insurance and Risk

9.Property and Motor Vehicle Insurance

10.Health, Disability and Long Term Care Insurance

11.Life Insurance I

12.Life Insurance and Financial Planning

Recommended or required

reading and other learning resources/tools


Personal  Finance,  Eight  Edition, Kapoor,  Dlabay  & Hughes,  2007 (KDH)

Modul Financial Planning dari Financial Planning Standards Board

Indonesia (FPSB)

Unit Link, The Beauty or The Beast, Tri Djoko Santoso, ChFC, CLU, CFP®  (TDS)

Planned learning activities and teaching methods

Lectures, Discussions, and Quizzes

Language of instruction

Indonesian

Assessment methods and criteria

Midterm & Final examinations (60%), Paper Assignments (25%),  and Classroom Activities (15%)

Course unit titles

Performance Measurement

Course unit code

MNG304

Type of course unit (compulsory, optional)

compulsory

Level of course units (according to

EQF: first cycle Bachelor, second cycle Master)

The first cycle of Bachelor Degree Program

Year of study when the course unit is delivered

(if applicable)

2020 - 2021

Semester/trimester when the course unit is delivered

The 5th Semester of Bachelor Study

Number of ECTS credits allocated

4.8 Credits

Name of lecturer(s)

  1. Indrianawati Usman, Dr.,SE.,M.Sc
  2. Fitri Ismiyanti, Dr.,SE.,M.Si
  3. Mochammad Thanthowy Syamsuddin, SE.,MAB
  4. Baling Kustriyono, Ir.,MM

Learning outcomes of the course unit

After completing  this course,the  students are expected to recognize the benefits of measuring performance in an organization and know the stages that are passed in the process of designing and implementing a performance measurement system. Furthermore, the students are also expected to be able to explain the concept of a balanced score card, especially in relation to performance measurement. As a result,the students are expected to be able to explain the use of performance measurement systems in organizations, including: the process of monitoring performance within the organization and its support in decision making

Mode of delivery (face-to-face, distance learning)

Face-to-face and distance learning (using Great UNAIR platform)

Prerequisites and co-requisites (if applicable)

-

Course content

Performance Measurement Learning discusses about the followings:

1. Introduction Performance measurement is the foundation for strategy implementation

2. Organizing performance and creating a performance measurement system

3. Stage 1 -2: Mapping the Business Structure and building

performance priority

4. Stage 3-4: Understand the current measurement system and develop performance indicators

5. The need for a Balanced Scorecard in measuring performance

Business

6. Business performance measurement, financial perspective

7. Business performance measurement, customer perspective

8. Business performance measurement, internal business process perspective

9. Business performance measurement, learning and growth perspective

10. Data collection, designing formats and reports

11. Testing and adjusting the measurement system, implementing the measurement system

12. Utilization of performance measurement system

Recommended or required

reading and other learning resources/tools

  1. Business Performance Measurement. Unifying theories and integrating practice Second edition Edited by Andy Neely
  2. Paul R. Niven, BALANCED SCORECARD STEP-BY-STEP Maximizing Performance and Maintaining Results John Wiley&Son., 2002
  3. Farris, P., Bendle, N., Pfeifer, P., & Reibstein, D. (2017). Key marketing metrics: the 50+ metrics every manager needs to know. Pearson UK.
  4. Scorecard Best Practices Design, Implementation, and Evaluation Lawson Haef Lawson Toby Hatch Denis Desroches John Wiley&Sons. 2008 by John Wiley & Sons

Planned learning activities and teaching methods

Classical lectures, assignments, presentations and discussions.

Language of instructions

Indonesia

Assessment methods and criteria

Midterm exam & Final Exam (50%), Assignment Paper (20%), Quiz (15%), Class Activities (15%)

Course unit title

Performance Management

Course unit code

MNU304

Type of course unit (compulsory, optional)

optional

Level of course unit (according to

EQF: first cycle Bachelor, second cycle Master)

The first cycle of Bachelor

Year of study when the course unit is delivered

(if applicable)

2020 - 2021

Semester/trimester when the course unit is delivered

6th Semester of Bachelor Study

Number of ECTS credits allocated

4.8 Credits

Name of lecturer(s)

  1. Nuri Herachwati, Dr.,Dra.Ec.,M.Si.,M.Sc
  2. Jovi Sulistiawan, SE.,MSM
  3. Ida Bagus Gede Adi Permana, SE.,M.Sc

Learning outcomes of the course unit

After completing this course, students are expected to be able to explain the performance management process, the alignment between performance management with strategic planning, performance management implementation, and the process of developing employees.

Mode of delivery (face-to-face, distance learning)

Face-to-face and distance learning (using https://hebat.elearning.unair.ac.id/)

Prerequisites and co-requisites (if applicable)

Human Resource Management

Course content

Introduction to Performance Management Performance Management Lectures and Performance Management Process Reward System

Performance Management and Strategic Planning

Defining Performance and Choosing Approaches in Measurement

Measuring results and behavior

Collect performance information

Implementation of Performance Management system

Performance Management and Employee Development

Skills in Performance Management

Reward Systems and Issues about the Law

Managing Team Performance

Recommended or required

reading and other learning resources/tools

Aguinis,Herman , 2013, Third Edition, Performance Management, Pearson International Edition.

Planned learning activities and teaching methods

Lectures, Discussions, and Quizzes

Language of instruction

Indonesian

Assessment methods and criteria

Mid-term exam 25% & Final exam 25% Individual tasks 15% group 15% quizzes 20%   

Course unit title

Performance Management

Course unit code

MNU304

Type of course unit (compulsory, optional)

optional

Level of course unit (according to

EQF: first cycle Bachelor, second cycle Master)

The first cycle of Bachelor

Year of study when the course unit is delivered

(if applicable)

2020 - 2021

Semester/trimester when the course unit is delivered

6th Semester of Bachelor Study

Number of ECTS credits allocated

4.8 Credits

Name of lecturer(s)

  1. Nuri Herachwati, Dr.,Dra.Ec.,M.Si.,M.Sc
  2. Jovi Sulistiawan, SE.,MSM
  3. Ida Bagus Gede Adi Permana, SE.,M.Sc

Learning outcomes of the course unit

After completing this course, students are expected to be able to explain the performance management process, the alignment between performance management with strategic planning, performance management implementation, and the process of developing employees.

Mode of delivery (face-to-face, distance learning)

Face-to-face and distance learning (using https://hebat.elearning.unair.ac.id/)

Prerequisites and co-requisites (if applicable)

Human Resource Management

Course content

Introduction to Performance Management Performance Management Lectures and Performance Management Process Reward System

Performance Management and Strategic Planning

Defining Performance and Choosing Approaches in Measurement

Measuring results and behavior

Collect performance information

Implementation of Performance Management system

Performance Management and Employee Development

Skills in Performance Management

Reward Systems and Issues about the Law

Managing Team Performance

Recommended or required

reading and other learning resources/tools

Aguinis,Herman , 2013, Third Edition, Performance Management, Pearson International Edition.

Planned learning activities and teaching methods

Lectures, Discussions, and Quizzes

Language of instruction

Indonesian

Assessment methods and criteria

Mid-term exam 25% & Final exam 25% Individual tasks 15% group 15% quizzes 20%   

Course unit titles

Pancasila

Course unit code

NOP103

Type of course unit (compulsory, optional)

compulsory

Level of course units (according to

EQF: first cycle Bachelor, second cycle Master)

The first cycle Bachelor Degree Program

Year of study when the course unit is delivered

(if applicable)

2020 - 2021

Semester/trimester when the course unit is delivered

The 2nd Semester of Bachelor Study

Number of ECTS credits allocated

3.2 Credits

Name of lecturer(s)

MKWU TEAM

Learning outcomes of the course unit

Students are able to explain the application of Pancasila values into their daily life.

Mode of delivery (face-to-face, distance learning)

Face-to-face and distance learning (using Great UNAIR platform)

Prerequisites and co-requisites (if applicable)

-

Course content

Pancasila course discusses about the issues of the Relevance of Pancasila Education; Identification of the Nation-State Problem; Pancasila as a Philosophical System; Pancasila as the Ideology of the Nation-State; National Identity; State and Constitution: State Institutions; The State and the Constitution: The State Administration System; Society, Nation and State: Rights and Duties of Citizens; Indonesian Democracy; Human Rights and the Rule of Law for Indonesian Territorial Insights, Regional Autonomy and Globalization; Geostrategy: Indonesia and Globalization

Recommended or required

reading and other learning resources/tools

  1. Kaelan, 1998, Pancasila Yuridis Kenegaraan, Yogyakarta: Paradigma
  2. Latif, Yudi, 2009, Negara Paripurna, Aktualitas dan Historisitas Pancasila, Jakarta: Gramedia
  3. Latif, Yudi, 2014, Mata Air Keteladanan, Pancasila dalam Perbuatan, Bandung: Mizan
  4. Tim Dikti, 2017, Modul Pendidikan Pancasila, Jakarta: Kemenristedikti
  5. Notonegoro, 1975, Pancasila Ilmiah Populer, Jakarta: Pantjuran Tujuh
  6. Sutrisno, Slamet, 2006, Filsafat dan Ideologi Pancasila, Yogyakarta: Penerbit Andi
  7. Tim ICCE UIN Jakarta, 2003, Demokrasi, HAM dan Masyarakat Madani, Jakarta: Prenada Media

Planned learning activities and teaching methods

Lectures, discussions, presentations, projects

Language of instructions

Indonesian

Assessment methods and criteria

Midterm Exam (30%)

Final Exam (30%)

Assignment (40%)