Course Descriptions
Accounting Information Systems
MGMT 9036 3 cr.
This course integrates the accounting process into the total information system. Students analyze the problems involved in the design and installation of information systems, including computer feasibility studies and systematizing the clerical functions of an organization. Course material describes the inter-relationship of internal controls, classification of accounts and functions, and reporting to provide relevant information and yet optimize the control function.
Organizational Behavior and Development
MGMT 9040 3 cr.
This course relates the knowledge of human behavior to the problems of organizational life. It examines individual behavior as well as group and social behavior in organizations. The course encourages discussion of the methods of changing behavior through organizational development.
The Human Resource Function and the Manager
MGMT 9050 3 cr.
This course provides knowledge of the human resource from the manager's perspective. The student develops an understanding of the role of personnel specialists. Topics covered include job analysis, employee selection, training, appraisal, promotion and discipline within the context of recent legal developments.
Management Information Systems
MGMT 9060 3 cr.
This course provides insight into the problem of identifying an organization's informational requirements to facilitate the decision-making process. Topics presented include an analysis of information systems, communication theory, information flow, methods and procedures for gathering, disseminating and controlling information.
Legal Issues in Human Resources Management
MGMT 9070 3 cr.
This course is designed to provide human resources professionals and other managerial professionals with an understanding of labor and employment law, the sources of this law and how they may apply in the employment setting.
Management Theory and Process
MGMT 9080 3 cr.
This course examines management theory as an evolving body of knowledge influencing managerial practices. Management theories are compared and contrasted with the goal of understanding the assumptions and applications of each. Within the context of theoretical models, attention is directed to the differences in the environment in which firms must operate
Marketing Management
MGMT 9160 3 cr.
The course embarks on a detailed study of concepts and procedural alternatives in the delineation of the market target. In addition, the course covers the development and implementation of the marketing mix and the control and analysis of the total marketing effort.
Corporate Finance
MGMT 9170 3 cr.
The course examines principles of decision analysis in management of current assets, estimation of
requirements for short term funds, and valuation of capital budgeting and merger proposals.
Accounting Practices for Managers
MGMT 9180 3 cr.
The course provides a study of financial reporting systems. Emphasis is given to the interpretation and
uses of information contained in financial reports.
Selected Topics in Management
MGMT 9450 3 cr.
This course emphasizes trends, current research and contemporary problems in management. Students research, discuss and present reports on problems in management. (Course may be repeated twice with different topics with approval of chair of MBA Graduate Committee.)
Strategic Management
MGMT 9500 3 cr.
This course provides a study of administrative processes dealing with the formulation of policy. Topics covered include strategy formulation, the role of the general manager, and the design of strategic planning systems. Attention is focused on problem identification, problem solving and decision-making. Extensive examination is made of cases involving a variety of institutions in both the public and private sectors |
