Preparation of oral communication, in conjunction with presentation of oral reports, will be taught to students. An introduction to the management process through the functions of planning, organizing, leading, and controlling for industrial and other organizations. This course is for anyone with an interest in small business. Open to all majors. The study of the forming of a new organization.
Emphasis is placed on recognizing and seizing opportunities.
The basis of the course is to improve technological, commercial, and organizational processes. Entrepreneurs create new goods, improve the quality of goods, introduce new methods of producing goods, open up new markets, find new sources of supply, and transform both organizations and industries. Thus, this course is the essence of new creation both as tangible and intangible goods. The purpose of this course is to gain an understanding of the theory, research, and applications which provide the cornerstone for managing within organizations. Topics will include structure of organizations, communication, decision-making, motivation, leadership, and organizational development.