MGT - Management

This course focuses on developing effective skills to manage and lead people in today’s complex organizations. Students will analyze the essential elements of teams, group culture, individuals, and their interrelationships in multicultural and global organizations in order to develop methods that elicit high performance. In addition to exploring the human aspect of an enterprise, the intrinsic role of an organization’s mission, vision, purpose, core competencies, and structure will be examined. Upon successful course completion, students will be able to apply knowledge and skills to enhance individual and organizational performance.

This course allows students to apply critical thought to evaluate the role of business and organizations in society from an ethical and legal perspective. Special emphasis is placed on the demands managers and change agents must face on a regular basis in the contemporary multicultural and global workforce and business environment. Upon successful course completion, students will be able to recognize and develop ethical and effective strategies for the social and governmental framework under which business operates.

This course improves a student’s abilities to research, analyze, interpret and report information. Case based reasoning uses a logical approach to design business plans and to solve business problems. Students will identify key areas of information for business management, evaluate both quantitative and qualitative data and information and communicate results to a diverse audience. Ethics in research and reporting is emphasized. This course provides the structure needed for the capstone project that will be completed in BUS628. Upon successful completion of this course, students will understand the purpose of research as it relates to business knowledge and will be able to perform the processes involved in the gathering and analysis of information and the reporting of findings.

This course focuses on the theories and practical applications of organizational change and development that affect organizational mission and vision. Special emphasis is placed on group dynamics and interventions and the corresponding change they create. Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to develop strategies to build an organizational culture that supports change initiatives.

This course examines the role of strategic planning and managing the workforce in a contemporary global environment. Students will study the role of human resources management in organizations to include staffing, training, motivation and retention, compliance, compensation, collective bargaining, affirmative action, and other regulatory issues. Students will develop an understanding of human resources as a business partner, the global nature of human resource management and the role of technology in human resource management decisions. Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to align the workforce to meet organizational strategy, goals, and plans and resolve domestic and global human resource management issues.

This course examines the evolution of management models from 1900 to present day.  Terminology, concepts, constructs, theories and practices of management are examined.  Special emphasis is focused on successful management practices in the 21st century in differentiated global industries.

This course reviews the impact of social, political, and economic frameworks from the international and domestic perspectives. Students assess the effect of differing values and cultures in cross-cultural organizational operations. Trends in globalization and decision-making strategies are explored that assist with business challenges that exist for diverse stakeholders.

This course provides students with an overview of the digital landscape and a synopsis of technology available to measure and manage human capital. Students will explore specific systems and frameworks for investigating and selecting technology solutions. Through class discussion, case exploration, and research, this course will provide opportunities to review a variety of technology and the advantages of using that technology to enhance the contributions of the human resource function across an organization.

This course focuses on strategic management decisions and processes that sustain an organization’s long term competitive advantage. Students will learn about managing and controlling an organization’s tangible and intangible assets. Upon successful completion of the course, students will be able to design and synthesize strategies that support key stakeholder growth and development.

This course focuses on the theories and applications of Management Science, Lean Six Sigma, Continuous Improvement, and Total Quality Management. Special emphasis will be placed on the value and application of DMAIC, DFSS Lean Six Sigma, and the Toyota Production System. Best practices for promoting workplace innovation and positive team dynamics are addressed. Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to apply such systems to create and sustain a competitive advantage in a global environment.

This capstone course integrates the theories, skills and knowledge gained from previous courses and provides students with the opportunity to make strategic management decisions. A simulation learning environment helps students develop analytical, organizational and managerial skills to analyze complex situations and recommend comprehensive solutions. Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to discuss and demonstrate knowledge and skills relating to the different facets of organizational management and leadership.

This course prepares managers and leaders with the leadership skills essential to lead in today’s world of business and assist in achieving instructional and organizational goals. This course will provide an opportunity to gain essential knowledge and skills in supporting an organizational vision, delivering results-oriented leadership, and leadership through the lens of personal leadership style. Upon completion of this course, students will be able to recognize their leadership style and acquire tools for becoming an influential leader in the workplace.

This course explores the concept of key strategies both individually and collectively, specifically in organizational development, through teamwork, planning, and cultural change. This course addresses mission-driven outcomes for maximum impact and lasting results while compiling ideas and information from a variety of resources, networks, and blended roles. Upon completion of the course, students will build a formalized leadership development plan.

This course will provide a survey of employment rules and regulations, including employment discrimination (such as protected class, disparate impact, disparate treatment, retaliation); military leave; drug-free workplace legal issues; workplace violence; the Family and Medical Leave Act of 1993 (FMLA); the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (ADA); negligent referral; negligent hiring; negligent retention; employee references; and workplace harassment. Students will develop an understanding of Human Resource Management (HRM) that involves compliance and regulatory issues and trends. Upon successful completion of this course, students will have an understanding of compliance issues that impact HRM.

This course will provide in-depth exercises and case studies related to managing a diverse set of individuals in today’s business environment. Students will learn that managing people is not just the job of the Human Resources department; rather it is a partnership between all departments within an organization working collaboratively to manage an organization’s greatest asset – its people.  Upon completion of this course, students will be able to discourse on recruitment and retention; conflict management and negotiation, developing talent, rewards and recognitions programs, and succession planning.