MGT 100      Foundations of Business and College Life
This course provides an introduction to the functional areas of business (e.g., accounting, systems, finance, marketing, human resources, and entrepreneurship) as well as a number of contemporary business topics, including social responsibility, diversity, ethics, and globalization. Additionally, students will be exposed to various topics that facilitate a successful transition from high school to college. Examples include an overview of University and Bloch School resources, development of effective study habits, time and stress management, selection of a major and career options.
Credits: 3 hours
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MGT 301      Effective Business Communication
The instructor introduces students to the strategic nature of business communication. By the end of the course, students should be able to analyze business situations, prepare messages that fulfill the intended purposed of their communication, and meet the needs and expectations of business audiences. Students will develop the tools to deliver effective, professional written and oral communications, and will learn how to use library and electronic business research tools.
Credits: 3 hours
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MGT 306      Legal, Ethical And Regulatory Environment Of Business
The course looks at legal and moral thought, with attention to ethical issues in business. Students are introduced to our common law system; selected areas of law, with attention to the inclusion of cultural and moral values; and an introduction to government regulation of business.
Credits: 3 hours
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MGT 320      Law Of Commercial Transactions
Study of major areas of law included in the Uniform Commercial Code. Topics may include sales, commercial paper, bank deposits and collections, aspects of property law, documents of title, investment securities, and secured transactions.
Credits: 3 hours
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MGT 330      Understanding the Individual in the Organization
This course explores the micro dynamics of organizations: the individual and his/her relationship to other people, teams, and work groups. Topics will include: individual traits, behaviors, and skills for effective performance; self-assessment and professional development; staffing; motivation; individual and group dynamics; multicultural understanding and diversity; and ethical decision making.
Credits: 3 hours
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MGT 337      Managing Human Capital
Building on prior coursework, this course will provide students with advanced human resource concepts and practices as well as practical experience in how human resources should be managed in successful businesses. Student groups will work with a local organization to diagnose, analyze, and make recommendations regarding effective programs in staffing, developing, rewarding, motivating, and managing its personnel.
Credits: 3 hours
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MGT 355      Organizational Effectiveness and Leadership
Students will study the ?macro dynamics? of organizations: broad knowledge of how organizations work and the various ethical means of impacting outcomes. Topics will include: structure, culture, and politics of organizations; human resources and linkages to organizational culture and success; organization influence and political savvy; managing change and learning in a global context; organizational governance, codes of conduct, and internal controls; the role of business in society; and various professional development issues.
Credits: 3 hours
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MGT 370      International Management
Students receive an introduction to management in an international environment, addressing the management functions and behaviors necessary to develop global vision and management skills at a strategic (macro) and interpersonal (micro) level. Cross-cultural management and competitive strategy are evaluated in the context of global changes.
Credits: 3 hours
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MGT 470      International Study in Business
This course is designed to provide a study-abroad experience for the student. The course involves three components: study of international business through on-campus lectures and discussions; travel to a foreign country for visitations to business firms, government organizations, and cultural sites; and critique sessions of the international learning experience after travel completion.
Credits: 3-6 hours
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MGT 471      Strategic Management
The study of business strategy concepts and application using case studies representing ""real world"" situations. The course stresses the formulation of business strategies to achieve organizational objectives using strategic analysis and models based upon external and internal assessments of the organization's environment.
Credits: 3 hours
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MGT 496      Internship: Management
An opportunity for students to integrate their academic studies via employment with a business/organization in the community. Note: Internship coursework is evaluated on a credit/no credit basis.
Credits: 1-3 hours
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MGT 497      Special Topics: Management
Study and research in areas of special interest under individual faculty direction.
Credits: 1-3 hours
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