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  • 3.00 Credits

    A study of the development and growth of the labor movement including social movements and implications and evolution of the legal framework for collective bargaining in the private and public sectors. Topics include preparation for bargaining and costing of labor contracts, bargaining power, negotiations, impasses, the role of women in labor movements, and the future of labor-management relations
  • 3.00 Credits

    A study of the strategic management process, which begins with planning. Levels of strategy are studied as well as the subsequent effect on all functional areas of business operations. The importance of environmental monitoring, economic forces, and competitive threats are examined. The course culminates in an analysis of an actual organizational strategic plan
  • 3.00 Credits

    A history of labor relations and the collective bargaining process in the United States. The course focuses on contract language and the negotiation and writing of a contract
  • 3.00 Credits

    An analysis of the role of business in the larger context of society. Topics include the role of business in the community, with the government, and societal culture. Issues studied involve both market and non-market decisions that affect organizational stakeholders. Students will analyze a professional or organizational Code of Ethics. The final outcome involves students gaining a Certification in Ethical Leadership through the National Association of State Boards of Accountancy (NASBA)
  • 3.00 Credits

    An introduction to differentiating creativity and innovation from both an individual and organizational perspective by integrating this knowledge into the real work-time situation. Students will demonstrate and critique techniques used to generate new ideas and overcome both individual and group creative problem solving. Students will analyze methodologies for creative strategy usage and options which foster a positive climate
  • 3.00 Credits

    A course that builds on basic knowledge of management functions, particularly planning at the strategic, tactical, and operational levels. The course focuses on project accomplishment. Students will learn to identify, allocate, and coordinate human, financial, and technical resources to accomplish organizational goals and objectives. Communication and schedule adherence are essential themes throughout the course. Students will be asked to identify an actual work project and complete both a project analysis and a project outline using MS Project as the final assignments in the course
  • 1.00 - 6.00 Credits

    An internship/practicum is an opportunity for students to apply concepts learned in business courses. The student must meet departmental and University requirements for participation. The internship/practicum allows the student to experience working in a field of interest for future employment. The research experience affords the student an opportunity to work with a School of Management faculty member to perform in-depth research in business areas of interest. Terms of the research agreement are negotiated with the participating faculty member. Junior or senior status is required. 1-3 credits
  • 3.00 Credits

    An upper level management course designed to provide management majors the opportunity to study topics related to their required studies. In-depth approaches include independent research, review of scholarly publications, and discussion of current global events
  • 3.00 Credits

    This course is designed to teach the fundamentals of college writing and college level research. Students will write and revise a variety of expository documents using the traditional techniques of effective written communication. This course includes an introduction to the library and its resources so that students will learn to identify research topics and credible sources, gather and record information, and integrate research into a cohesive argument using correct citation style. Use of a word processing program is required. This course must be completed during the first year of study. 3 credits
  • 3.00 Credits

    This course is designed to introduce the knowledge and skills needed to present effective oral presentations and to construct clear arguments using credible evidence. Topics include: adapting messages to an audience, demonstrating appropriate use of ethos, pathos, and logos in the organization and delivery of a presentation, demonstrating college-level research and critical thinking skills, plus designing and using effective visual aids. All students will deliver individual and team presentations. Required of all undergraduates, this course must be completed during the first year of study