Graduate Management
Graduate Management
2013 Summer Term
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MANAGEMENT OF TECHNOLOGY
MANGEMNT 738
This is a graduate course designed to acquaint the student with the foundations and the processes of research, development, technology, and innovation. This course draws upon current literatures in the management of engineering and technology-based organizations. Students are exposed to the workings of technology within the company, from its generation in the research and development function, to its commercialization as new products and services.
BUILDING EFFECTIVE ORGANIZATIONS
MANGEMNT 745
The course surveys concepts and research in the analysis of an organization. It examines the history of organization theory, as well as environmental and technological influences on organizational effectiveness. Contemporary developments in management and organization theory are also reviewed.
CURRENT ISSUES IN COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS
MANGEMNT 752
An examination of compensation programs in profit/ nonprofit organizations. It is concerned with a detailed study of job structures, job evaluation, performance appraisal, wage surveys, basic systems/plans of compensation, and fringe benefits. Attention is focused on a limited number of topics from these areas so more crucial concepts/methods may be dealt with in-depth.
TRAINING AND DEVELOPMENT
MANGEMNT 753
The course will emphasize the theories of Management Training and Development, and the practical application of these theories in today's organizations. Special emphasis will be on current topics in the field of Human Resource Development, including: training self-directed work teams, managing a diverse work force, and the practical application of designing programs in today's environment. This will include actually designing a needs analysis and training evaluation programs. The course will frame the concept of training and development within the applicable theory of adult learning.
SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY OF BUSINESS
MANGEMNT 759
The course analyzes (1) a broad spectrum of social, political, ethical, and legal frameworks within which organizations must function, and (2) social trends and their underlying causes as they can affect businesses. Prereq: MANGEMNT 745 OR MANGEMNT 721 OR FNBSLW 721.
OPERATIONS STRATEGY
MANGEMNT 768
A course focusing on strategic implications of operations decisions facing the top manager, such as the operations vice-president or plant manager. Cases are used to identify, analyze and recommend solutions to specific problems resulting from corporate decisions taken in the areas of processes and infrastructure. Current trends in selected industries are discussed. Prereq: MANGEMNT 719
QUALITY ISSUES IN OPERATIONS
MANGEMNT 769
A course focusing on qualitative and quantitative techniques used to study and improve quality of operations in manufacturing and service organizations. It covers topics such as quality philosophy, statistical process control (SPC), acceptance sampling, tools for quality improvement, product and process design. The role of quality in the entire cycle including product/ service design, development, production, delivery, and customer support is emphasized. An individual research paper covering the topic of interest will be used.
STRATEGIC MANAGEMENT
MANGEMNT 771
The course surveys the theoretical backgrounds of strategic management. It also covers practical methods and applications of strategic management models based upon existing theory, research, and practice. Comparative analysis of emerging strategic management frameworks are examined with implications for management practice.
INTERNATIONAL MANAGEMENT
MANGEMNT 777
The course deals with concepts, issues, problems, and research in international management, with a focus on the international application of: (1) strategic management, (2) organizational theory and design, (3) organizational behavior, culture, conflict, leadership, and communication, (4) ethical issues, and (5) development, control, and coordination of international subsidiaries.
STRATEGIC DECISION MAKING
MANGEMNT 788
The course analyzes organizational environments from the perspective of top management in their efforts to manage a firm's mission, goals and corporate strategy. Case analyses are used extensively to provide students with an opportunity to apply course content to real businesses. Corporate social responsibility and business ethics are also covered. Prereq: Last semester of program.
READINGS AND RESEARCH IN MANAGEMENT
MANGEMNT 789
Study of a selected area in management through readings and/or empirical research. Prereq: Permission of instructor and department chairperson. Instructor Consent required.
INDIVIDUAL STUDIES
MANGEMNT 798
Student and adviser decide the study, with the consent of the professor in charge of the study and the approval of the College Graduate Studies Committee. Consult the Associate Dean's Office for further information/limitations.