Analysis and critique of research methods used in the field. Particular emphasis on microfactors and their application to development of effective managerial styles. Discussion of principles of management, emphasizing managerial functions. Emphasis on internal management of organizations with advanced, in-depth study of theoretical and behavioral concepts as applied to practical management problems. Presentation of principles and procedures related to recruitment and selection of a labor force, job analysis, employee evaluation, and legislation.
Emphasis is on their relationship to management.
Examination of American trade unions and unionism. Topics include the labor contract, the bargaining processes, the philosophy of unionism, the use of bargaining techniques for nonwage issues, the legal context of labor-management relations, and the responsibilities and duties of unions and management. Objective is to offer coherent and organized coverage of important contemporary topics. Specific topics are announced when course is scheduled. Study of complex organizations from the perspective of developing theoretical models and applied research designs.