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MNGT 160. Business and Society. (3-0-3); I, II.

A basic introductory course designed to expose students to a variety of issues regarding management, marketing, finance, accounting, economics, technology, and business law. Through this course, students will develop an understanding and an appreciation of the interaction between the world of business and society. This course satisfies area studies-practical living for general education.

MNGT 199. Selected Workshop Topics. (1 to 4 hrs.); on demand.

Workshops on various management subjects will be presented periodically to supplement the basic course offerings in management. Credit toward degree programs must be approved by the student’s advisor.

MNGT 261. The Legal Environment of Business Organizations. (3-0-3); I, II.

The forms of business organizations, including sole proprietorships, partnerships, and profit and nonprofit corporations. The regulatory environment and legal constraints on organizations; the relationship between business and government in policy formation; and basic legal concepts.

MNGT 300. Quantitative Methods in Business and Economics. (3-0-3); I, II. Prerequisites: ECON 202, MATH 152, 354, or equivalent.

Application of mathematical and statistical techniques to business, the market systems, and the study of economic and finance. Cross listed with ECON 300.

MNGT 301. Principles of Management. (3-0-3); I, II.

History of management, the management process, the principles of management and application in the operations of business. The fundamental concepts of management applied to such areas of business activity as organization, personnel, production, and research

MNGT 306. Production and Quality Management. (3-0-3); II. Prerequisites: MATH 152 and 354, MNGT 301. 

How Total Quality Management affects operations in manufacturing and service firms. Qualitative and quantitative means for evaluating alternatives for improving customer satisfaction by improving quality, speed and flexibility or by reducing waste are described and illustrated. Statistical quality control, lean production, just-in-time inventory and production procedures, facilities location, and equipment layout are concepts usually addressed using spreadsheet software, a real world approach that facilitates student understanding and problem-solving.

MNGT310. Small Business Organization. (3-0-3); II.

Aspects of management that are unique to small firms; economic and social environment in which small firms function; student practice in making decisions on problems facing managers of small businesses.

MNGT 311. Human Resource Management. (3-0-3); I. Prerequisite: MNGT 301. 

Personnel management principles, job requirements; selection techniques; testing programs; facilitation of employee adjustment; wage and salary administration; legal aspects of labor relations; financial incentives.

MNGT 339. Cooperative Education III. (1 to 8 hrs.); on demand.

Work experience with an in-depth exposure representative of the student’s academic level and experience analogous to a junior level status. Maximum of three hours of cooperative education credit (MNGT 339/439) available for option credit.

MNGT 357. Business Information and Industry Analysis. (3- 0-3); I. Prerequisite: MNGT 301. 

Purpose is to assist management students in understanding the range of business information, alternative sources for information in industry and component sectors of industry.

MNGT 362. The Legal Environment and Business Practices. (3-0-3); on demand. Prerequisite: MNGT 261.

Business practices, emphasizing legal problem avoidance. Areas of the law which impact business success or failure; the Uniform Commercial Code, state and federal regulations, and laws.

MNGT 365. Financial Issues for Small Business (3-0-3); on demand. Prerequisites: ACCT 281, 282, and FIN 360.

Examines the financial issues small businesses deal with at start-up, and on a day-to-day basis. Students will learn how small businesses can apply financial principles to benefit the company. Cross listed with FIN 365.

MNGT 399. Selected Workshop Topics. (1 to 4 hrs.); on demand.

Workshops on various management subjects will be presented periodically to supplement the basic course offerings in management. Credit toward degree programs must be approved by the student’s advisor.

MNGT 401. Health Care Law and Policy (3-0-3); II. Prerequisites: MNGT 301 or permission of the instructor.

This is a survey of the law and policy of health care, covering the history of health care law and policy, the fundamental principles of law as applied to health care, and the federal and state legislation and regulations related to health care. Cross listed with IMS 401.

MNGT 409. International Management. (3-0-3); on demand. Prerequisite: MNGT 301.

A global view of management within various cultures and countries. The course covers international competition, cross-national ethics, international strategy, cross-cultural management, international human resources, and international leadership. Cross listed with IST 409.

MNGT 411. Labor Relations. (3-0-3); on demand. Prerequisite: MNGT 311.

Historical development of the U.S. labor movement and a comparative analysis with other Western culture labor movements. Emphasis on developing insights into labor’s point of view. An introduction to labor-management negotiations and grievance procedures.

MNGT417. Management and Marketing of Public and Non-Profit Organizations. (3-0-3); on demand. Prerequisites: MKT 304 and MNGT 301.

The application of principles of management and marketing to the specific needs of public and non-profit organizations. Formulation, implementation, and evaluation strategies for management and marketing of these organizations is explored.

MNGT 420. New Venture Creation. (3-0-3); on demand. Prerequisites: FIN/MNGT 365 and MKT 345. 

Examines the issues small businesses deal with at start-up and on a day-to-day basis. Students will learn the steps necessary to start a small business.

MNGT 425. Training and Development in Industry. (3-0-3); on demand. Prerequisites: BIS 321 or 421, MNGT 301. 

Study of the relevant theories, issues, trends, and methods in training and developing adult learners in work organizations; includes program design, needs and task analysis, delivery methods, working with consultants, and program evaluations. Cross listed with BIS 425.

MNGT 436. Decision-Making and Project Management. (3-0-3); on demand. Prerequisite: MNGT 306 or consent of instructor.

Presents a decision-making framework that allows students to explore and weigh three critical elements of formulating solutions for unstructured problems; root cause analysis, option analysis, and risk analysis. Also presents project management concepts to deal with the implementation of decisions and plans.

MNGT 439. Cooperative Education IV. (1 to 8 hrs.); on demand.

Work experience with an in-depth exposure representative of the student’s academic level and experience analogous to a senior level course. Maximum of three hours of cooperative education credit (MNGT 339/439) available for option credit.

MNGT 463. Law and Ethics in Business. (3-0-3); II. Prerequisite: MNGT 261.

The social responsibility of business and individuals in commerce. Value systems, externally or self-imposed, their development and operation.

MNGT 465. Organizational Behavior. (3-0-3); I, II. Prerequisite: MNGT 301.

A study of human and interpersonal behavior critical to understanding, evaluating, and appraising business and social situations. Emphasis on skill and the ability to work
with people, groups, and institutions.

MNGT 475. Business Leadership and Teamwork. (3-0-3): I. Prerequisite: MNGT 465.

An in-depth study of effective leadership within modern organizations focused primarily upon managerial leadership. The importance and use of teams and groups within modern organizations will also be examined. Theories, research, strategic importance, and skills in the areas of leadership and teamwork will be studied.

MNGT 476. Special Problems in Management. (1 to 3 hrs.); on demand. Prerequisites: senior standing and consent of department chair.

Self-directed independent study on a specific problem, based on written proposal and justification submitted by student prior to registration. Each request will be considered on its own merit in relation to the special needs, interest, and abilities of the student.

MNGT486. Management Internship Program. (3 to 12 hrs.); on demand. Prerequisites: junior or senior standing and 12 hours in major area, with 2.5 GPA in major area and consent of instructor.

The internship program involves placement of students in positions in business comparable to those filled by professional career employees. Participants work under the supervision of high level officials possessing major departmental responsibilities. Available is option credit.

MNGT 499C. Strategic Management. (3-0-3); I, II, III. Prerequisites: ECON/MNGT 300, FIN 360, MKT 304, MNGT 301, MNGT 465, and senior standing.

Approaches for the integration of business functions and the development of strategies in managing domestic and global enterprises for competitive advantage. This course satisfies the integrative component for general education and is required for the BBA core.