A basic goal of the course is to help each student appreciate the value in, and the methods for, the effective management of people in a variety of organizational settings. Leadership requirements for managing innovative and creative people within technical organizations are discussed. The management of conflict and change, and communication techniques, are also covered. The course touches upon career decisions within technical organizations, including the requirements for transition to management and the manager's role in subordinate appraisal and development. Students must demonstrate their ability to structure and complete a major project that identifies and resolves an important management or organizational issue.
Students report the results of their efforts in written and oral form.
The project may be developed in cooperation with students' current employers or with some other organization of their choice, provided there is no conflict of interest. The project is conducted under the direction of an on-site supervisor in cooperation with a faculty advisor. University of Maryland University College 3501 University Blvd.