Management
- MGMT 3600Mgmt & Orgnztnl BehaviorSame as SOC 3600. Prerequisites: Junior standing and a 2.0 overall GPA. This course involves the study of the behavior of individuals and groups in an organizational setting. Specific topics examined include: motivation, leadership, organizational design, and conflict resolution, as well as basic coverage of management principles. In covering these topics, both "classic" and current perspectives are provided.
- MGMT 3611Adv Mgnmt & Organ BehvrPrerequisites: MGMT 3600 and a 2.0 overall GPA. Building upon MGMT 3600, course provides a more detailed examination of motivation, leadership, group process, decision making, job design, and organizational development. In addition to providing more detail in terms of content, this course provides the student with considerable practical experience through the use of class exercises, case studies, and small group discussions.
- MGMT 3612Pro Skills DevSame as SOC 3612. Prerequisites: A minimum 2.0 campus GPA and junior standing. This course focuses on career management. Topics may include job search, interviews, resumes and cover letters, presentation skills, business etiquette, entry strategies, and career alternatives.
- MGMT 3621Human Resource MgmntPrerequisites: MGMT 3600 and a 2.0 overall GPA. In-depth examination of selected human resource management issues from a contemporary manager's viewpoint. Topics examined include: employee selection, performance appraisal, training and development, compensation, legal issues, and labor relations.
- MGMT 3622Indus & Labor RelationsPrerequisite: MGMT 3600 and a 2.0 overall GPA. Emphasis is on the dynamic relationship between management, employees, unions, and government as determinants in the efficient and effective use of human resourses. Current issues and case material are used to supplement text and lecture.
- MGMT 3624Employee Trng & DevelPrerequisites: MGMT 3600 and a minimum overall GPA of 2.0, or permission of instructor. An intensive study of training in organizations, including needs analysis, learning theory, management development, and development of training objectives and programs. Projects and exercises are used to supplement the readings.
- MGMT 3626Diversity ManagementThis course provides students with the tools to broaden and deepen their understanding of the differences around them in the workplace. It is designed to help employees and managers work with and learn from individuals with various differences to increase intellectual engagement and understanding of the implications and benefits of diversity, equity, and inclusion. Through case analysis, in-depth discussions and projects, students will gain an appreciation and respect for these principles.
- MGMT 3680International ManagementSame as INTL BUS 3680. Prerequisites: A minimum 2.0 campus GPA. In addition, ECON 1002 and MGMT 3600; or consent of the instructor. A study of international business and management practices. Topics covered include an introduction to international management and the multinational enterprise, the cultural environment of international management, planning in an international setting, organizing for international operations, directing international operations, international staffing, preparing employees for international assignments, and the control process in an international context.
- MGMT 3690Internship in ManagementPrerequisites: A minimum campus GPA of 2.0; one must have completed and/or be currently enrolled in at least 6 credit hours of Management electives and have consent of supervising instructor and the department chair. A Business College GPA of 2.5 is also required. Students are employed in the field of Management where they apply the knowledge and skills learned in the classroom. Professional development and obtaining specialized work experience are primary goals. A Management faculty member will monitor the student's program with the student providing a formal written report at the end of the project. MGMT 3690 may not be counted toward the minimum 12 credit hours of management electives required for a MOB emphasis.
- MGMT 3698Seminar in ManagementPrerequisite: To be determined each time the course is offered and to include a minimum 2.0 overall GPA. This course is a selected special topic in the field of management. May be repeated for credit with different topics.
- MGMT 3699Independent Study - MgmtPrerequisites: Minimum campus GPA of 2.0 and approval by the supervising professor and the Area Coordinator. Special individual study in management under the supervision of a full-time management faculty member.
- MGMT 4219Strategic ManagementPrerequisites: Senior standing and FINANCE 3500, MKTG 3700, MGMT 3600; a minimum overall GPA of 2.0. This is a capstone course drawing on the subject matter covered in prerequisite courses. Emphasis is on the formulation and implementation of corporate, business and functional strategies designed to achieve organizational objectives. Topics include the role of top management, globalization of business and ethical perspectives. Case studies and research reports may be used extensively. (It is preferred that this course be taken during the student's final semester. Concurrent enrollment in MGMT 4220 is required.
- MGMT 4220Bus Assessment TestingStrategic Management. A one-time lab during which a major field exam in business is administered. Course graded on a satisfactory/ unsatisfactory basis. Satisfactory grade required for graduation. Concurrent enrollment in MGMT 4219 is required.
- MGMT 4614Entrepreneurship/Sm BusSame as ENT 4114. Prerequisites: ENT 3100, BUS AD 2900, FINANCE 3500, MKTG 3700, MGMT 3600, and a 2.0 overall GPA; or consent of instructor. This integrative general management course is designed to communicate the academic principles of business management applicable to solving of problems of small and medium-size businesses and assist in their development. This course will provide a background in the forms of business, the development of business plans and systems integration, venture capital, accounting, procurement, promotion, financing, distribution and negotiations for initial organization, and operation and expansion of the firm.
- MGMT 5600Managing and Leading in OrgSame as P P ADM 6600. Prerequisites: Graduate standing or consent of instructor. The theoretical and research contribution of the behavioral sciences to management and administration are examined and applied to selected organizational situations. Areas to be considered from the standpoint of both individual and organizational performance are communication, motivation, conflict, decision-making, goal setting, leadership, organizational design, climate, development and control. Utilizing a systems perspective, the course attempts to develop in each student an ability to analyze and solve organizational problems.
- MGMT 5621Managing Human ResourcesPrerequisite: MGMT 5600. In-depth examination of selected of human resource management issues from a contemporary manager's viewpoint. Topics examined include: personnel planning; employee selection; performance appraisal, training, and development; compensation; legal issues; discipline; and labor relations. The course examines these topics as they relate primarily to operational activities in organizations.
- MGMT 5629Performance ManagementThis course provides students with an opportunity to understand both the research and applied practice around performance management in organizations today. Applied practice content will outline the "real world" considerations of designing and implementing a performance management practice within an organization. Course content will include: purpose of performance management, measuring system effectiveness, sources of performance data, feedback in the performance management process, rating system error, and ethical issues in performance management.
- MGMT 5634Sustainability ManagementPrerequisites: Graduate standing or consent of instructor. This course equips executives with the essential skills to incorporate sustainability principles into corporate strategy. Topics include global sustainability challenges, United Nations Sustainable Development Goals, sustainability leadership, sustainability measurement, reporting, and successful implementation of the triple bottom line. This course incorporates a variety of learning tools such as case discussions, experiential exercises, and projects to help students gain an appreciation for key concepts and tools for sustainability management.
- MGMT 5690Management InternshipPrerequisites: Students must have completed and/or be enrolled in at least 6 credit hours of management electives and have consent of a supervising faculty member and the Department Chair. The student works in the field of management where he/she applies the knowledge and skills learned in the classroom. Professional development and obtaining specialized work experience are the primary goals. The student's program will be monitored by the management faculty member supervising the internship with the student providing a formal written report at the end of the project.
- MGMT 5695Seminar in ManagementPrerequisites: MGMT 5600. Topics of current interest in management. Possible topics include: human resource management, international management, and entrepreneurship.
- MGMT 5699Individual Research in MgtPrerequisites: Consent of instructor and graduate director. Special individual research topics in Management under the guidance of a specific professor.