You can take a maximum of 12 credits as a special student. An introduction to topics such as human resource planning, equal employment opportunity, selection, training and development, performance appraisal, compensation, safety and health, and employee and labor relations. The impact of laws and of societal and business trends on human resource functions is also presented. Each manager s role in dealing with human resources is emphasized. In-depth study of the development of organizational theory and behavior.
Recent theory is discussed in relationship to management applications.
BJ Reed Horizontal and vertical communication channels in education, industry, business, and society as well as leadership, persuasions, rumor theory, and communication networks are examined in class and on location when possible. The history of the Quality movement, major tenets of the field, theorists and their philosophies, and the use of the basic tools of TQM will all be covered in this course. The course focus will be project-based in a team environment. An introduction to the finance function and financial management of the firm, including techniques of financial analysis, working capital management, capital budgeting, the acquisition and management of corporate capital, and dividend policy. Analysis of how the financial manager influences the decision-making process within the firm.