UG Course Descriptions

This integrative course examines the challenges facing multinational companies in today’s global economy. The course examines international political, legal, and economic differences, as well as cultural dimensions and foreign investment activities that companies must consider to compete in the global market place.

Introduction to the structure and role of business management. Emphasis of discussions concentrates on the business strategies of planning, organizing, leading, staffing and controlling regarding policies and procedures.

A survey of current concepts, models, and practices of strategic planning and resource allocation in a business organization. Discussions, exercises, and projects will provide practical experience with the development of organizational mission, vision and values statements, external and internal environmental analyses, long range goals and objectives, and implementation plans. (Students must hold senior status [90 credits] as department majors.) (Fee applies)

This course will develop an awareness of the knowledge, abilities, and skills that a professional needs in order to perform effectively in leadership situations. Areas of inquiry include examination of individual temperament, leadership theories and styles, leader-collaborator relationships, group and organizational dynamics, problem and decision analysis, and conflict resolution.

This culminating course prepares students for the real challenges of working in business management. An internship experience will provide an opportunity to combine actual field experience with classroom knowledge in an area of special interest. The course also provides the opportunity to re-examine learning objectives at the program level. (Instructor permission required)

This culminating course prepares students for the real challenges of working in business management. An internship experience will provide an opportunity to combine actual field experience with classroom knowledge in an area of special interest. The course also provides the opportunity to re-examine learning objectives at the program level. (Instructor permission required)

Provides an opportunity for a junior or senior to engage in independent study and research in a specific phase of the major field.

Advanced business studies special topics. (1- 12 credits)

Technology is integrated throughout all areas of an organization. This course will focus on some of the major technology used in organizations, such as Microsoft Office products (Excel), SAP technology (such as Enterprise Resource Planning, through the SAP University Alliance) and Social Networking applications. These and/or other technology components, which are embedded throughout the curricular program, will be studied.

Management and Leadership theories and applications are examined. Relating planning, organizing, leading and controlling with many leadership styles focusing on the organization and its employees are necessary challenging skills in the 21st century.