The impact of organized labor upon personnel management. An in-depth analysis of several of the critical issues in personnel and industrial relations. Application of behavioral science principles and concepts to problems of employee benefits and services, wage and salary administration, union and management relations, collective bargaining, and related personnel maintenance problems. The unique factors influencing the management of multinational enterprises. The principles of international management, the organization and administration of multinational enterprises, and examination of cultural, economic, social and political variables which influence the operation of the multinational firm.
Course develops frameworks for understanding the structure and processes of complex organizations.
Several analytical and design perspectives are developed to reflect the impact of environment, technology, size, and strategy on organization goals, structure, and control. Course coverage includes issues in organizational effectiveness, culture, and life cycles. An advanced analysis of concepts, research, and theories from the behavioral sciences as they apply to understanding the role of the individual as a member of organizations and to the effects of organizations upon their members. Organizational socialization, climate, and effectiveness, power and control, decision-making in groups, personnel development, and performance appraisal.