USP Codes are listed in brackets by the 1991 USP code followed by the 2003 USP code (i.e. [M2<>QB]).

3210. Management and Organization. 3. An introduction to the theory and practice of management with emphasis on individual and small group behavior, design and structure of organizations, relationship between the organization and its environment and statistical and quantitative skills used in examination of management processes. Also covers interpersonal communications, ethics and international management. Prerequisite: junior standing.

4410. Human Resources Management. 3. A study of the formal systems used to manage people at work. Emphasis is on concepts and procedures of job analysis, job evaluation, wage and salary administration, performance evaluation, employee services and fringe benefits. Prerequisites: MGT 3210 and advanced business standing.

4420. Organizational Behavior. 3. An interdisciplinary study of individual, group, and organizational processes that affect employee behavior at work. Prepares students for various managerial roles by synthesizing successful leadership practices in both domestic and international settings and by examining critical areas such as diversity, individual differences, organizational politics and culture. Prerequisites: MGT 3210 and advanced business standing.

4430. Organization Design and Change. 3. Examines organizations, what they are, how they operate and are structured and how they can be changed. Focus is on macro managerial issues in the design and change of work organizations. Prerequisites: MGT 3210 and advanced business standing.

4440. Managerial Problem Solving. 3. Focuses on making decisions and solving problems in modern organizations.  Examines individual, group, and organizational influences on decisions.  Topics include problem solving models, human information processing, creativity, leader decision style, managing decision teams. Prerequisites: MGT 3210 and advanced business standing.

4450. Selection, Training and Development. 3. Focuses on the theory and practice of personnel selection, training, and management development.  Topics include interview development, cognitive ability tests, test validity, legal issues in selection, training program design and development, management development programs. Prerequisites: MGT 4410, STAT 2010 and advanced business standing.

4460. Performance Appraisal and Compensation Systems. 3. A study of the theory and formal systems related to evaluating performance and to various approaches to compensation. Included are in-depth analyses of human difficulties in accurately appraising performance and a variety of appraisal methods. Monetary topics, fringe benefits and auditing compensation programs are covered. Related policy issues are discussed. Prerequisites: MGT 4410, STAT 2010 and advanced business standing. (Normally offered spring semester)

4470. Managerial Negotiation and Conflict Resolution. 3. Focuses on all aspects of formal managerial negotiation including dealings with suppliers, buyers, unions and etc. Also examined are the theory and practice of interpersonal negotiation. Conflict resolution is approached by identifying types and sources of conflict, organizational parameters of conflict, as well as resolution skills and behavior. Prerequisites: MGT 3210 and advanced business standing.

4520. Business Strategy and Policy. 3. A capstone course designed to integrate prior courses into a general manager's overall organization perspective. Coverage will emphasize strategic management models which provide frameworks that assist in this task and integrate those internal organization factors with the firm's environment. Prerequisites: ACCT 1010, 1020, BADM 1040, DSCI 3210, FIN 3250, MGT 3210, MKT 3210, STAT 2010, advanced business standing, and senior standing.

4900. Problems in Management. (B) 1-4 (Max. 4). Studies, on an individual basis, any phase of management not included in the organized course. Written report required. Prerequisites: senior standing, advanced business standing, and written consent of instructor.

4910. Selected Topics in Management. (B) 3 (Max. 6 seniors; M.S. and Ph.D. 9). A course for advanced students treating contemporary problems in management and administration. Specific area(s) to be considered in a given semester will be printed in the class schedule. Prerequisites: junior standing and other courses, as appropriate, for specific area/topic being covered. Obtain permission and specific listing of prerequisites for enrollment from the College of Business Academic Advising Office before registering.

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