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The Courses
MGT 101 - Principles of Business Management
1 semester, 3 credits
A thorough development of decision making, managerial creativity, and
the art of management. The principles of planning, organizing, staffing,
directing, and controlling are treated as basic guides to effective management.
MGT 110 - Management Information Systems
1 semester, 3 credits
This course emphasizes the integration of computer systems into organizations
of people. Topics include: computer systems (hardware, software, data,
procedures, and personnel); the role of line and staff managers in developing
and implementing computer systems; the uses of computers in sales, marketing,
finance, accounting, production, and personnel management; and the history
of data processing. Students are introduced to personal computers, spreadsheets,
word processing, data-base management systems, and programming.
MGT 117 - The Business Process
1 semester, 3 credits
Course provides students with an introductory knowledge of business fundamentals
and systems. Discussions of types of business ownerships and organizations
are presented. Emphasis on operations, human resources, marketing, and
financial aspects of the business entity. Not open to business majors.
MGT 201 - Statistical Analysis for Business Decisions I
1 semester, 3 credits
A study of statistical methods and theory applied to numerical evidence
for decision-making purposes. Topics covered include frequency distributions,
measures of central tendency and dispersion, probability and probability
distributions, sampling, estimation, techniques of inference, correlation,
and regression. Prerequisite: MTH 108 or equivalent.
MGT 202 - Statistical Analysis for Business Decisions II
1 semester, 3 credits
Bayesian inference, decision theory, nonparametric statistics, tests of
goodness of fit and independence, time series, index numbers, correlation,
and regression. Prerequisite: MGT 201.
MGT 210 - Business Communications
1 semester, 3 credits
This course is designed to ensure that the student will be able to share
information effectively and efficiently. There is a heavy emphasis on
the application of the principles and practices of correct writing in
the form of business memoranda, letters, resumes, and reports which stress
clarity and precision in the proper use of the English language. Also,
considerable attention is given to oral communications which enable the
student to be well-prepared for seminars, interviews, and platform speeches.
Juniors and seniors only.
MGT 301 - Organizational Behavior
1 semester, 3 credits
Organizational Behavior focuses on human behavior in organizations. In
particular, we consider individual, group, and organizational level variables
that influence behavior in organizations. Throughout the course, key themes
are embedded in the core topics of organizational behavior. Prerequisite:
MGT 101.
MGT 310 - Operations Management I
1 semester, 3 credits
Involves the efficient use of inputs to create goods and services that
will satisfy the needs of customers and clients. Course develops students'
abilities to identify and structure operating problems and to identify
appropriate techniques for resolving them. Topics include: break-even
analysis, modeling concepts, expected value theory, resource allocation
methods, queuing theory, simulation techniques, inventory control, project
management, scheduling, and sequencing. Prerequisites: ECN 202 and MGT
201.
MGT 311 - Operations Management II
1 semester, 3 credits
A continuation of MGT 310. Prerequisite: MGT 310.
MGT 320 - Human Resources Management
1 semester, 3 credits
The role of the manager and the personnel department in managing human
resources including individual and group behavior in organizations, motivation
and communications, conflict management, decision making, and leadership
effectiveness. Prerequisite: MGT 101.
MGT 330 - Legal Environment for Business I
1 semester, 3 credits
Course is designed to provide students with a basic study of legal aspects
and concerns of the modern business community. Study of legal systems
and Constitutional Law serves as a background. Emphasis is placed upon
contracts, agency, partnerships, and corporations as topics.
MGT 331 - Legal Environment for Business II
1 semester, 3 credits
Course deals with specialized areas based upon regulatory law. Subjects
covered are sales, commercial paper, debtor and creditor, bankruptcy,
and property. Business regulations, including securities, consumer protection,
and employment are discussed. Prerequisite: MGT 330.
MGT 332 - Business Law I
1 semester, 3 credits
Course designed for accounting majors with concentration on legal foundations
of financial and business transactions. Topics covered include contracts,
commercial paper, sales and secured transactions. The study of the Uniform
Commercial Code and references to Business Law sections of the CPA exam
are emphasized. Senior accounting majors only.
MGT 333 - Business Law II
1 semester, 3 credits
Course presents statutes and case law regarding legal relationships and
business entities, including the agency, partnerships, and corporations.
Estate and trust law, real and personal property transfers are studied.
Accountant's legal responsibility is discussed. Previous CPA exam problems
in Business Law are reviewed and analyzed. Prerequisite: MGT 332. Senior
accounting majors only.
MGT 350 - Small Business Management
1 semester, 3 credits
The emphasis is on a practical approach to planning and operating a small
business venture. Included are advantages and disadvantages of small business
ownerships. Topics covered: the development of a business plan, functions
of management, control, financing, record keeping, insurance, and legal
forms of ownership. The methods of acquiring small firms are also discussed:
franchising, established business, and new business firms. Prerequisite:
MGT 101.
MGT 378 - Management in Not-For-Profit Organizations
1 semester, 3 credits
The purpose of this course is to develop more specific knowledge and skills,
in the areas of accounting, finance, marketing, and management, that are
related to managing not-for-profit (NFP) organizations. Using assigned
readings and cases, students will develop business skills needed to manage
programs and services offered by NFP organizations.
MGT 401 - Organizational Theory
1 semester, 3 credits
A study of the theory and functioning of organizations through the use
of group interaction. Individual behavior and group processes are stressed.
Prerequisite: MGT 101.
MGT 407 - Business Statistics
1 semester, 3 credits
An advanced study of statistical techniques using computers for business
analysis. Prerequisite: MGT 201.
MGT 410 - Operations Research
1 semester, 3 credits
Provides an advanced study of techniques useful in management decision
making. Topics include: classical optimization techniques, linear, nonlinear,
and integer programming; network models; dynamic programming; queuing
theory; inventory control and production planning models; and Monte Carlo
simulation. Prerequisite: MGT 201 or equivalent.
MGT 420 - International Human Resource Management
1 semester, 3 credits
International Human Resource Management (IHRM) examines the impact of
globalization on a business organization's human resource management and
industrial relations practices, and explores various ways in which international
companies can effectively manage their employees worldwide. Topics covered
will include: models of IHRM; strategic planning within the international
context; cross-cultural issues and management practices; selection, training,
and compensation practices; and future global human resources challenges.
This is an advanced, upper level course, emphasizing oral and written
communication, the application of analytical reasoning, research skills,
and the use of experiential exercises to sensitize students to cultural
differences. Prerequisites: MGT 101 and MGT 320.
MGT 430 - Managing Workplace Diversity
1 semester, 3 credits
This course explores the opportunities and challenges of the increasingly
diverse work force emerging in the United States today. We will address
the knowledge and skills managers must develop in working with others
who are different from themselves. Special attention will be paid to the
effects of gender and racial diversity for individuals, work groups, and
the organization as a whole. Prerequisites: MGT 101 and MGT 320.
MGT 450 - Internships
1 semester, 3 credits
This course permits students, usually seniors, to engage in outside internships
for academic credit. The criteria are essentially based on academic and
experience components which are supervised by a faculty member. Prerequisite:
Permission of chair.
MGT 477 - Project Seminar in Not-For-Profit Organizations
1 semester, 3 credits
The purpose of this seminar is to extend the practical and theoretical
knowledge gained in the first two courses of the Not-for-Profit series.
The student, under the direction of the faculty member, will develop and
execute a semester-long project in conjunction with an NFP organization.
Potential projects include a consulting project in an NFP organization;
a research project (for example, surveys, ethnographic studies, participatory
action research); research and write-up of an NFP organizational case
study; development, writing, and submission of a grant proposal for an
NFP organization; and development, organization, staging, and evaluation
of an event for an NFP organization.
MGT 480 - Seminar in Management Theory
1 semester, 3 credits
An advanced seminar to examine management concepts, practices, and issues.
Readings in supervision, motivation, planning, leadership, control, conflict,
decision making, and managerial innovation and creativity are the main
topics. Students will have to conduct in-depth research on all assigned
topics. Prerequisite: Instructor's approval.
MGT 487 - International Business
1 semester, 3 credits
This course describes the increasingly important role of the international
marketplace for the United States. It discusses and analyzes the practices
used by American firms conducting business abroad as well as foreign companies
doing business in the United States.
MGT 489 - Policy Formulation and Implementation
1 semester, 3 credits
This is a capstone course which stresses the practice of strategic management
in business firms. The focus is on strategic decision making at the corporate,
business, and functional levels. Business firms are examined within their
respective industries for the purpose of developing and implementing strategies.
The case method is the primary analytical tool. Prerequisites: ACC 203,
FIN 207, MGT 110, 210, 320, 401, MKT 205.
MGT 491 - Independent Study in Business Management
l semester, 1-3 credits
Open to senior business management majors. The student is provided the
opportunity to explore advanced topics in the management field. The number
of credits is determined by consultation with the faculty member responsible
for the project and the director. Prerequisite: Permission of the chairperson.
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