MIA degree candidates who have not had management sciences, or organization theory in other courses, will find that thinking in terms of problem solving rather than problem identification requires a cognitive shift. Moreover, discipline is needed in order that everyone learns a minimum number of critical skills. Participants are required to learn concepts and techniques beyond those needed for their immediate projects. Therefore in order, for example, to earn a passing grade, and for faculty to recommend you for work in this field, your active and cooperative engagement in learning a variety of techniques even ones not immediately relevant to your project is required. As this is both a professional and academic class, some behavioral adjustment is needed.
Standards are strict.
Therefore there are ground rules for expected behaviors. The rule is dress appropriately in the manner of the client when visiting the client s offices. Arriving late is disrespectful and will be noted on your record. Arrive on time in all meetings with the client. When naming a problem, begin thinking immediately of how that problem might be resolved constructively.