17 courses with the subject MM, each shown exactly as we captured it from the college's catalog, with every element we hold. Where the wording looks broken, that is our reading of the catalog, not the college's text.
MM 6010Business Acumen I3
This course provides a global perspective of organizational environments and the fundamental knowledge required to lead in them. Topics include principles of economics, business law, ethics, marketing strategy, and an overview of management techniques. 3 Hours Lecture 3 Credits
This course examines accounting and finance principles from a managerial perspective. Students in this course will be able to analyze relevant accounting and financial information for the effective management of organizational resources. As part of this course, students will gain familiarity with excel as well as statistical analyses used to inform decisions. 3 hours lecture 3 credits
This course presents current leadership theory and leverages self-assessment tools to allow students to explore their personal leadership style. As part of this course students will participate in intensive, experiential simulation exercises as both a team leader and a team member in order to evaluate their leadership style and its impact on others. 3 hours lecture 3 credits
This course integrates concepts from Business Acumen I and Business Acumen II with critical problem-solving methodologies. Upon completion of this program students will be able to 1) build dynamic financial models that consider all relevant data points, 2) effectively generate and evaluate alternatives 3) present persuasive arguments when making managerial level decisions. 3 hours lecture 3 credits
This course presents effective methods for building high impact teams. Students will compare and contrast team leadership theories and analyze appropriate applications for them. Topics covered include: providing feedback, motivating staff, implementing team building strategies, aligning organizational structures, developing and implementing training programs. 3 hours lecture 3 credits
This course will explore the role of power, politics and organizational structure in leading and implementing change initiatives in organizations. Students will use case study examples of both successes and failures to evaluate methods for fostering innovation, developing alternative and contingency plans, and creating organizational structures that align with change efforts. 3 hours lecture 3 credits
The course examines, from a strategic approach, how the human resource function interacts with legal and regulatory requirements, competency models, job design, recruitment, selection, employee relations, career development, training, compensation and benefits, occupational health, safety and employee wellness. Students evaluate issues related to the management and measurement of people in the work environment, the ethical dilemmas associated with human resources management and the business impact of people related decisions in the workplace. 3 hours lecture 3 credits
This course will focus on the oral and written communication skills required in management and leadership positions. Students will 1) analyze the inter-relationship between corporate culture and communication expectations, 2) evaluate messaging and context and determine appropriate channels and writing/communication style for each, 3) develop a communication style required to convey persuasive arguments. 3 hours lecture 3 credits
This course requires students to synthesize learnings from across the degree program in order to create a plan for organizational change. Students can either choose a practicum or research-based project for their deliverable which will include a financial model, an executive memo, an organizational structure and a communication plan. 3 hours lecture 3 credits
This course identifies the role of the human resource manager. The course examines, from a strategic approach, how the human resource functions interact with EEO laws, job analysis, competency models, recruiting, selection, training, performance appraisal and management, job design, compensation, benefits, and labor relations. The intent of this course is to enable the student to apply human resource management techniques to the business industry. 3
This course provides an in-depth exploration of talent development as a strategic function within organizations. Students will examine the theories, frameworks, and evidence-based practices used to design, implement, and evaluate learning and development initiatives that drive individual growth and organizational performance. Please note that this course is currently in development and subject matter may change.
This course requires students to explore their personal negotiation styles as well as their comfort level with conflict. Through the use of written communication and teleconferencing, students will engage in negotiation simulations and reflect on their successes and failures. They will also learn techniques for conducting difficult conversations and managing challenging employees. 3 hours lecture 3 credits
This course examines the intersection of policy, ethics and law in an organizational environment. Through case studies and simulations, students will analyze managerial dilemmas that could lead to conflicts of interest and unethical conduct. Students will reflect on their individual values and explore courageous ways to use them in a leadership role. 3 hours lecture 3 credits
This exciting course provides a detailed review of the thriving area of non-profit organization law, governance and policy, including a comprehensive background and history of non-profit organizations in the United States. It will cover the public policy reasons why non-profit organizations are exempt from federal and state income taxes and why donations are permitted as charitable deductions to the donor. In addition, the social policy, economic, and business distinctions between non-profit organizations and for-profit organizations will be reviewed. This course also covers the broad societal benefit attributed to non-profit organizations, the enormous impact that the non-profit sector has on the United States and global economies, and it will focus on potential drawbacks of differing applicable state laws. In addition to using classroom discussion, case studies, reading assignments, and a wealth of current scholarly articles, offering differing outlooks on the future of non-profit organizations this course also a clinical, experiential component. Students will either be linked up to participating non-profit organizations for which students will provide assistance in specifically designated areas such as streamlining policy statements, conducting budget review, compiling and organizing information and organizational documents, limited, light operational and governance assistance, and networking and outreach or will be provided with non-profit organization scenarios and case studies for which they will have to make a brief presentation to help in their understanding of the practical side of non-profit organizations. 3 Hours Lecture 3
This course is designed to provide a forum for decision, reflection, and examination of contemporary business issues. Global business, legal systems, and social issues, quality, and the internet are a few examples of the topical areas that are covered in this course. 3 hours lecture 3 credits
Corporate Governance as a subject matter recognizes that good governance practices are essential in raising capital in the competitive global environment. This course focuses on understanding how differences in capital markets, ownership structures, and legal traditions affect the optimal design of financial contracts. Moreover, this course will examine potential conflicts between shareholders and other corporate constituents. This course will explore and evaluate the legal, economic, and financial framework of corporate governance. The design of this course will provide students with a comprehensive understanding of the current role and responsibilities of corporate directors, officers, and managers in the wake of recent legislation designed to provide the public with a more “transparent” view of how corporations conduct business. Additionally, this course will investigate the changing nature of the relationships between the various constituencies that compose the corporate environment. Finally, this course will expose students to international corporate governance and discuss the reasons for the recent failures of corporate governance. 3 hours lecture 3 credits