Management (MANAG)

A study with applications on the responsibilities, challenges, and opportunities presented to the first line manager. Focuses on the ability to understand and execute management functions as they apply to the first line manager. (3 lecture hours)

Introductory exploration, discussion, review and analysis of selected topics in management with a specific theme indicated by course title listed in college class schedule. This course may be taken four times for credit as long as different topics are selected. (3 lecture hours)

Exploration and analysis of topics within the discipline to meet individual student-defined course description, goals, objectives, topical outline and methods of evaluation in coordination with and approved by the instructor. This course may be taken four times for credit as long as different topics are selected. Prerequisite: Consent of instructor is required. (1 to 3 lecture hours)

Overview of project management tools and methodology. Includes the strategic significance of projects, project selection, team building and decision-making, and project planning, scheduling, budgeting and resource allocation. Project implementation, control and termination are also included. Provides a foundation for those involved in using project management to decrease cycle times in e-commerce and traditional business operations. (3 lecture hours)

The study of the essential principles and concepts of management. Includes theoretical bases and practical applications of planning, organizing, leading, and controlling. Integrates the managerial functions, history, strategies, and decision making within the managerial process. Completion of Business 1100 is recommended prior to enrollment. (3 lecture hours)

Characteristics of leaders, leadership styles and methods, power, politics and influence styles, teamwork, and leadership problem solving. Strategic leadership, international and diversity aspects of leadership and leadership development. Completion of Business 1100 or equivalent is recommended prior to enrollment. (3 lecture hours)

The study of individual human behavior and group dynamics in organizations. Organizational Behavior looks at employee behavior, decisions, perceptions, and emotional responses. Organizational Behavior also encompasses the study of how organizations relate to each other and to their counterparts in other organizations. (3 lecture hours)

Introduction to the materials acquisition process in industry and non-profit organizations. Topics include structure, tools and techniques for purchasing agents. Prerequisite: Business 1100. (3 lecture hours)

Addresses key human resource management competencies and practices associated with attracting, developing, and retaining an organization's human capital. Includes practices and procedures associated with strategically aligning the firm's human talent to accomplish organizational goals. Completion of Business 1100 and Management 2210 is recommended prior to enrollment. (3 lecture hours)

Course focuses on the activities involved in the acquisition and retention of human capital and talent. The course explores Human Resources role in developing, implementing, and measuring the individual and organizational success of activities and programs in the following areas: sourcing, recruiting, hiring, onboarding, orientation, and retention. Prerequisite: Management 2240 with a grade of C or better, or equivalent or consent of instructor. (2 lecture hours)

Course will examine key human resource concepts and tools designed to enhance workforce and organizational performance. Topics include workforce and performance management, employee training and development, employee and labor relations, total rewards, compensation, and benefits. Prerequisite: Management 2240 with a grade of C or better, or equivalent or consent of instructor. (2 lecture hours)

Course covers the alignment of an organization's human resource management and business strategies, including the overall design of the human resource management structure to align with and enable optimal employee performance relative to the strategic goals of the organization. Prerequisite: Management 2240 with a grade of C or better, or equivalent or consent of instructor. (2 lecture hours)

Capstone course focusing on the strategic management process. Topics include the analysis, formulation, and execution of an organization's corporate, business, and functional strategic plans and competitive positioning. Research of an organization's application of the strategic management process provides students with the opportunity to integrate and assess the use of business, management, and marketing concepts. Prerequisite: Business 1100 with a grade of C or better, or equivalent and Management 2210 with a grade of C or better, or equivalent and Marketing 2210 with a grade of C or better, or equivalent, or consent of instructor. (3 lecture hours)

Course requires participation in Career and Technical Education work experience with onsite supervision. Internship learning objectives are developed by student and faculty member, with approval of employer, to provide appropriate work-based learning experiences. Credit is earned by working a minimum of 75 clock hours per semester credit hour, up to a maximum of four credits. Prerequisite: Consent of Instructor 2.0 cumulative grade point average; MANAG 2210 and 6 semester credits earned in a related field of study; students work with Career Services staff to obtain approval of the internship by the dean from the academic discipline where the student is planning to earn credit.

Continuation of Internship (Career and Technical Education). Course requires participation in Career & Technical Education work experience with onsite supervision. Internship learning objectives are developed by student and faculty member, with approval of employer, to provide appropriate work-based learning experiences. Credit is earned by working a minimum of 75 clock hours per semester credit hour, up to a maximum of four credits. Prerequisite: Consent of instructor and 2.0 cumulative grade point average; 12 semester credits earned in a related field of study; students work with Career Services staff to obtain approval of the internship by the dean from the academic discipline where the student is planning to earn credit.