Courses Taught
International Business (BUS 321)
An integrated, multifunctional survey course defining the basic terminology of international business, with emphasis on an introduction to how national differences affect the business functions.
Principles of Management (MGMT 371)
A comprehensive study of the coordination of organizational resources for the purpose of achieving organizational goals. Student's conceptual competencies will be enhanced by understanding the managerial processes of planning, organizing, staffing, directing, and controlling organizational activities. Examines the manager's planning responsibilities and develops a more accurate perception of what is required in the manager's role as an integrator of the organization's functional areas (i.e., finance, marketing, operations, research and development, international operations, management information systems, etc.). Provides an introduction into how management theories are applied to actual management practices in organizations.
Human Resource Management (MGMT 383)
Principles and procedures relating to human resource management (HRM) and its major functional areas: human resource development (staffing), performance management, safety, total rewards (compensation & benefits), talent management (training & development), and employee relations. This course presents an overview of HRM's role in the organization. General areas of involvement such as social responsibility, ethics, workforce diversity, performance management, HR planning, assessing HR outcomes, and HR contributions to organizational strategy are studied. The external and internal environments of HRM are also examined, with special attention given to the political-legal, sociocultural and international environments.
Organizational Behavior (MGMT 391)
An integration of behavioral science concepts as applied to business and industry; theories dealing with individuals, small groups, and communications in organizations.
Management of Strategic Planning (MGMT 493)
A comprehensive study of the strategic management process involving the formulation and implementation of strategies at the corporate, business, and functional levels of the purposive organization. The underlying theory of strategic management is conveyed through lectures, discussions, and assigned readings. Application is presented through analysis of case situations that illustrate how companies provide value to customers, create sustainable competitive advantage, and achieve financial and strategic objective. Particular emphasis will be placed on the continued development and application of student conceptual, critical thinking, and analytic reasoning skills to the analysis of complex strategic issues. Competency exercises refine student decision making and persuasive communication skills through oral and written presentations of recommended strategies and plans for implementation.
Compensation Management (MGMT 494)
Examination and evaluation of the compensation subsystem as a vital component in establishing a workplace structure that stimulates employee performance. Includes job analysis, job evaluation, and wage payment methods. Developing a total rewards philosophy for the organization. Developing a pay structure. Understanding pay inversion and pay compression. Using job evaluation methods. Developing individual, group, and organization incentive programs. Managing mandatory and voluntary benefits and the importance of cost containment.