They can acquire and evaluate data, organize and maintain files, interpret and communicate, and use computers to process information. Students learn problem solving methods at the first of the semester and use this method to evaluate data throughout the semester. Students learn the process of successful communication. Students identify the barriers to successful communication. Students differentiate between the formal and informal organization.
Students identify the different functional systems and subsystems of an organization.
Students discuss situations in which managers must monitor and correct performance. Students identify different control systems. Students examine the functions of management and how they are utilized by all levels of management in a variety of organizations. Students listen to others' viewpoints and understand there are many ways to work at and solve a specific problem. Students discuss problems and situations and various ways to solve them in groups.