The use of managerial accounting information for planning and control is presented. Design, implementation and the use of planning and control systems to achieve the firm's strategies are emphasized, with a focus on managerial decision-making.

BUSN 659 | INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS

This course provides an overview of business practices in an interdependent, integrated, global economic system. A focus will be placed on understanding the opportunities and challenges that businesses must address in the face of globalization with emphasis on best practices in international business.  

MGMT 679 | LEADERSHIP*
*A student who selects MGMT 679 is NOT eligible to take the Global Leadership Certificate

A comprehensive examination of different leadership theories and models along with leadership development with emphasis on relevant empirical evidence and application of these constructs to case studies that involve leadership and group functioning. Additionally, process of decision-making in a variety of leadership settings will be introduced, including the processes of leading independently or with direct authority. The distinction between leadership and management, crucial role of leadership when managing groups and teams, and the importance of ethical conduct and persuasion in effective leadership are covered. 

MGMT 619 | PROJECT MANAGEMENT**
**A student who selects MGMT 619 is NOT eligible to take the Operations Management Certificate

This course covers managing projects within an organizational context, including the processes related to initiating, planning, executing, controlling, reporting, and closing a project. Concepts such as project integration, scope, time, cost, quality control, and risk management are highlighted. Identifying project champions, working with user teams, training, and documentation are key concepts of project management that are detailed in the course.

The purpose of this course is to provide students with an overview of financial management within organizations. The focus of this course is on the theoretical valuation of stocks and bonds and the capital markets in which they are traded. There is also emphasis on both the use of financial leverage by the firm and working capital management. The purpose is to enable managers to participate fully in financial decision-making.

MGMT 639 | MANAGING PEOPLE AND ORGANIZATIONS

This course is intended to prepare students for management positions in various organizations. Students are introduced to concepts and issues concerning management, and leadership of organizational staff. Subjects include technology-related leadership, organizational communication, change management, lean thinking, human resource issues, decision-making, ethics and persuasion.

BUSN 689  | ORGANIZATIONAL BEHAVIOR*
*A student who selects BUSN 689 is NOT eligible to take the Global Leadership Certificate

Students engage in a comprehensive examination of organizational behavior theories including analysis at individual, group and organizational levels. Individual levels include perception, personality, and motivation. Group levels include decision-making, group dynamics, and team building. Organizational levels include effective communication, empowerment, leadership, diversity, cross-cultural issues, and conflict resolution. Experiential activities provide opportunity for theoretical application and real-world understanding.

The focus of this course is on strategic investigation, analysis, and planning within organizations. Emphasis is placed on combining analytical and emergent views to produce strategic thinking maps designed to assist leaders in: acknowledging the reality of change, questioning current assumptions and activities, collecting and reviewing data relevant to the industry, and facilitating future organizational development.

In this course, students will gain a managerial perspective on how organizations understand and select target markets, and then how they attract, retain and grow customers within those selected markets. A strategic perspective of how firms create, deliver, and communicate superior customer value for competitive advantage will be emphasized. Students will gain understanding of the analysis, planning, implementation, and control of activities to develop and sustain beneficial exchanges with target buyers.

This capstone course is focused on the formation of a new company or organization based on an innovation in product, service, process or delivery. Students develop a comprehensive business plan showcasing their understanding of business management concepts. This course requires an integrative approach to produce a business plan applicable to a variety of industries.