An introduction to the theory, principles, and application of statistical and other quantitative analytic techniques. Special emphasis is on the acquisition of skills needed in preparation for core MBA courses.
An introduction to the theory, principles, and application of microeconomics. Topics include pricing decisions, elasticity, profit maximization, resource allocation, antitrust and market structure analysis that managers need to make decisions from an economics perspective. Fall and Spring, 3 hours.
An introduction, to financial accounting from a user's perspective including how financial statements are prepared, the interpretation of information provided in financial statements, and the analysis of financial data. Fall and Spring, 3 hours.
A survey of issues related to the acquisition and management of funds by the firm. Topics in the course include time value of money, analysis of financial statements, asset valuation, forecasting of cash flows, capital budgeting, and cost of capital. Prerequisite: MBA-530 or with approval of the Director. Spring and Fall, 3 hours.
This course explores communication between global corporate leaders and their various constituents. Topics include leadership principles, international cultural considerations, groups and team dynamics, organizational theory, attitudes and work motivation. Both written and oral communication concepts will be explored. Fall, Spring. 3 hours.
An in-depth study of recruitment, selection, and retention of the human capital for an organization. Key topics include job analysis and design, testing, performance appraisals, training and development, succession planning, and employee exit programs. Special attention is also given to international operations, expat-repatriation and the effects of layoffs and downsizing on organization morale. Summer, 3 hours.
An examination of employee relations, employment law, and labor relations. Topics include equal employment opportunity, discrimination, affirmative action, workforce diversity, health and safety issues and employee communication. Ethical decision making will be highlighted throughout the course.
The study of attracting, motivating and retaining employees through the appropriate mix of compensation and benefits. Topics include group and individual incentive plans, determining wage levels and structure, developing pension plans and legal considerations in the administration of compensation and benefits on both the national and international levels.
A course for the planning and design of a business with specific attention to human ingenuity, innovation, and social responsibility. The course takes a systems design approach for business, allowing for students to pursue an individualized project in relation to a startup, acquisition, takeover, or franchise. Through the lens of their individualized business interest, students will examine the interaction between societal and market needs and the use of business as economic change agents. The course is interactive and exploratory, in which students will aim to develop and design a customer-centric business idea experientially. Prerequisite: Admission to MBA program.
An examination of the financial aspects of entrepreneurial and family businesses and the use of capital budgeting for long-term strategic planning. Students will use an individualized project to explore forecasting definitions and coverage, lean start-ups, capital budgeting and working capital management, risk management, investment strategies, and time value of money. Through their individualized venture, students will analyze and forecast financial statements for long-term strategic decision-making and firm management. Prerequisite: MBA-626 or permission of the instructor.
An approach to analysis of data and information relevant to management decision making. Topics covered include budgeting, differential costs in alternative decisions, allocation of cost, cost relationships, pricing, standard costing, and performance evaluation. This course also emphasizes the planning and use of information technology for business processes and decision making in business. Fall and Spring. 3 hours.
An overview of contemporary issues related to managing information systems within organizations. The course introduces major information technology concepts that managers face when using, developing and managing information systems for competitive advantage. Topics include information system organization, strategy, knowledge management, IT-based decision making and information systems security and control.
This course explores the application of management and organizational behavior theories for enhancement of individual, team and organizational effectiveness. The course further examines the ethical implications of business decision-making. Fall, Spring, 3 hours.
The strategies and tactics of effective negotiation for business leaders. Through exercises and role play, students will learn the art and science of negotiation and develop the planning techniques, analytical perspectives, and interpersonal skills necessary for creating effective, ethical, and advantageous agreements.
This course is designed to equip students with the essential skills and knowledge to effectively manage projects. Topics include project planning, organizing, directing, and controlling. The focus will be on the application of tools and techniques that can be applied to defining projects, establishing task structure, planning and budgeting, and managing of resources to achieve the project objects, and post-project evaluation. Summer, 3 hours.
The objective of this course is to provide students with comprehensive risks management knowledge and skills; and focus on strategic perspective on project management. The course will discuss and explore the concept of project risk management both from strategic and tactical levels. Other topics on advanced project management practices include procurement management quality management, program and portfolio management and agile project management. Pre-requisite: MBA-648.
An examination of the role of financial management of the firm. Emphasis is on the basic techniques utilized in financial decision making, valuing, cash flows, capital structure, managing working capital, and optimal investment policy. Fall, Spring, 3 hours.
An examination of the marketing management decision process with particular emphasis on market opportunity analysis, strategy development, product planning, pricing,, distribution, and promotional strategy, and the integration of marketing mix variables with segmentation and targeting decisions. Fall, Spring, 3 hours.
This course provides a multi-industry study of operations, with an emphasis on integrated design of the supply chain across cultural and economic boundaries. Topics covered include design, planning, and controlling of operations, the design of quality management systems, technology management, and the role and influence of technology in operations and supply chain management. Fall, Spring, 3 hours.
Supervised experience in a business, government, to the student's area of interest. Graduate internships involve management-related work experience that is substantial, provides significant contributions to organization goals, and involve considerable responsibility. The internship may count as a concentration elective provided that the work is primary related to the concentration. Students may not use a pre-existing position as their internship. Can be taken only once. Pass/Fail grading.
A student-developed independent study project designed to be carried out with a faculty advisor. These projects may involve field work in addition to academic research, reading, and conferences with the faculty member. 3 hours.
This course is offered as needed. It is normally an examination of significant issues, theories, and practical problems in the areas of management, finance, marketing, accounting, or economics. The specific topic for a given semester and the course content are selected to meet student interests and needs. Summer, 3 hours.
A capstone course which examines executive-level policy and decision-making processes in setting goals, determining objectives, and developing and implementing action plans. The course emphasizes tactical and strategic planning through the use of relevant problems and case studies that include social, ethical, political, financial and economic factors. Students will apply newly acquired concepts in the creation of a business plan. Prerequisites: Completion of 18 hours of 600-level courses to be taken in student's final fall or spring semester. Fall, Spring, 3 hours.