MASL 500 - Managing People and Organizations (cross listed with MBA 500)

MBA 500 (3 credits)

Perspectives on management is the foundation course in the MBA program, introducing students to the principles and practices of management through a combination of theoretical and applied analysis. Includes a study of the development of management thought and an analysis of managerial functions for the purpose of understanding the nature of organizations and the way in which they function.

By the end of this online 8-week course, the graduate student will:

Understand many of the classic theories of management, such as: Scientific Management; principles of organizational structure and design; culture and change; human relations concepts, executive development, leadership & motivational concepts; and organizations and society.
Develop and/or refine a personal philosophy of management.
Learn to apply classical and emerging theories of management and organizational behavior to their own personal work and life experiences.
Communicate at a proficient (or advanced level) by developing (a) effective written communication skills, and (b) effective oral communication and business presentation skills.