Study of management theory and practice in different cultures. Analyzes international similarities and dissimilarities in management functions, processes, structures, and factors. Relates these topics to sociocultural, economic, political, and physical dimensions of the environment. A variety of comparative management systems, models, and theories are addressed, and research findings are examined. Changes in technology and world trade contribute to unstable managing environments.
Course focuses on strategies to enhance the firm's ability to compete on a global basis.
Fundamental business issues such as managing for the future, innovation, strategic alliances, success factors in the international environment, and long-range concerns of top management will be discussed. MG 681 Special Topics in Management 3 s.h. Covers advanced or exploratory topics within the discipline. Specific content developed by instructor. Content will vary, depending upon the interests of instructor and students, with instructor choosing specific topics.