University of Virginia's College at Wise · Courses
MGT
7 courses with the subject MGT, 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.
MGT 2310Principles of Management3
Credit(s) 3 An introduction to the theory of managing organizations. The course is organized around the classic four functions of management: planning, organizing, leading and controlling. Topics focus on recent developments and trends in management theory and practice within each of these functions.
Credit(s) 3 An overview of various strategies used to manage interpersonal conflict within organizations. Specifically, the course focuses on the factors that lead to conflict and violence, and it will explore the various methods for handling conflict such as communication tactics, negotiation and mediation. Prerequisites BUS 2310
Credit(s) 3 This course covers topics essential to the effective administration of personnel including; human resource planning, job design, the recruitment and selection of employees (with special emphasis on employment testing and interviewing), civil rights legislation, performance appraisal, compensation, and employee security and safety. Prerequisites BUS 2310
MGT 3620Social Issues and Business Ethics in Management3
Credit(s) 3 This course examines the role of business firms within the context of the social and legal cultures in which they operate. Primary emphasis is placed on the ethical implications of controversial business activities and events. Specific topics include business/government interactions, monopolies, antitrust regulation, corporate social responsibility, business ethics, the rights and responsibilities of employees, racial and sexual discrimination, affirmative action, environmental degradation, product liability, and employee safety and health. Prerequisites BUS 2310
Credit(s) 3 A multi-disciplinary examination of leadership from political and management perspectives. Topics include understanding leadership traits, abilities, behaviors, sources of power, and elements of situations that determine effectiveness of leaders to influence followers and achieve organizational objectives. Prerequisites ENG 1020
Credit(s) 3 A behavioral science approach to organizational management problems created by the interaction of individuals in organizations. Topics include perception, attitude change, motivation, group behavior, leadership, organizational politics, and organizational change and development. Prerequisites BUS 2310
Credit(s) 3 An introduction to strategic management. Topics include analysis of the firm’s external and internal environments; impacts of strategic actions; and understanding how a firm’s resources, capabilities, and core competencies affect the company’s ability to establish a sustainable competitive advantage and achieve success. Students study the rigors of industry and competitive analysis, the ingredients of an effective strategic plan, special demands of operating in an increasingly global competitive environment, and administrative tasks associated with implementing and executing a chosen strategy. The course requires independent reading, case study analysis, and oral and written project presentations. Prerequisites ACC 2020 , BUS 2250 , BUS 2310 , and MKT 2020 Prerequisite/Corequisite ACC 2020 and BUS 2250
