Theory and practice of employee training programs, needs assessments, learning theories, instructional design, training techniques and evaluation, management development and career development techniques and practices. Relationships among nations with particular emphasis on the business, economic, and sociocultural institutions that influence the performance of managers. Formulation of objectives, strategies, and organizational structures within the context of international diversity. An integrative approach to strategy formation and implementation to achieve organization goals. Students will be introduced to theoretical perspectives and associated methodologies directed toward resolving the unstructured problems and opportunities which confront general managers at the highest levels of an organization.
Special consideration is given to Alaskan transportation problems by experienced specialists.
Marketing principles in the service sector with special emphasis on such service industries as financial, retailing and tourism. Includes practices appropriate to domestic or international, small or large, and for-profit organizations. Examines current marketing trends with regard to production, distribution, promotion, pricing, and target markets. Focus on trends in Alaska, the U.S., and worldwide. An introduction to the legal environment of business.