Following are descriptions for the courses that I teach at Goldey-Beacom College.

MGT 300 - Special Topics in Management (3 Credits)

This course is designed to provide in-depth study of one particular component of Management. Topics may vary from year to year.

MGT 303 - Management and Organizational Behavior (3 Credits)

This course examines human behavior within organizations through the perspective of the individual, through formal and informal groups, and through the organization. Theories developed by Maslow, McGregor, Herzberg, McClelland and others will be explored along with how they can be applied in the current business environment. Topics such as inter-group behavior, perception, communication, decision making, leadership skills and the influence of the environment will be analyzed in the course. Case studies and experiential exercises are utilized throughout the course.

MGT 400 - Independent Study in Management (4 Credits)

Students with a special interest in a particular topic or area may apply to study under the individual direction of a faculty member. Independent study applicants must submit an application, including an outline of the proposed project, to the appropriate faculty member. All independent studies must be approved by the Vice President of Academic Affairs and are restricted to Juniors or Seniors.

MGT 428 - Human Resource Management (3 Credits)

This course applies the principles of management to the management of people in a business. Topics include policy and theory in manpower management, organization and administration, manpower management planning, training and development, wage and salary administration, labor unions and their effect on the handling of employees.

MGT 435 - Special Topics in HRM (3 Credits)

Designed to cover a variety of topics to meet the changing needs of the dynamic HRM environment that exists in the business world. Modules will be drawn from such current topics as the global nature of business today, the challenges inherent in managing human resources across borders, examination of such subjects as merit pay and pay performance, performance appraisals, internal and external consistency of compensation management, and gender and cultural issues.

MGT 492 - Business Policy and Strategy (3 Credits)

Capstone course in management dealing with management policies and strategies with emphasis on managerial decision making and the solution of problems that cross major functional areas in business. Course enrollment is limited to seniors.

MGT 650 - Advanced Human Resource Management (3 credits)

This course examines the role of the human resource manager in the organization. Students explore topics for all organizational managers such as Equal Employment Opportunity, job analysis, job design, recruitment, compensation systems, benefit plans, performance appraisals, employee rights, and the role of unions. The role of human resources in the strategic management of the firm is explored. Students are required to perform research on topics pertaining to the course. Academic journal articles are critiqued.

MGT 663 - Training and Development (3 credits)

The focus of this course is on the theory and practice of training and developing the human resources of organizations. Adult learning principles are analyzed. Specific topics include needs assessment, development of training programs and presentation of training programs. Extensive use will be made of current popular books in the field.

MGT 695 - Seminar in Strategic Management (3 credits)

This course examines the role of effective strategy in assisting organizations to take a proactive stance with respect to the environment and competition. Topics include strategic posture, evolution versus formulation of strategy, strategy in the not-for-profit and government sectors, ethical issues and the role of culture. A strategic audit is performed in the field to apply the concepts being learned. Case studies are utilized extensively.

MGT 701 - Current Topics in Management (3 credits)

This course examines the changing role of management in the 21st century. The new challenges faced by managers today are the primary focus. Traditional management principles are presented as a fountain for understanding how work is accomplished in organizations. The interaction of managers in dealing with others (both inside and outside the organization) is emphasized. Topics will include the new employment contract, the role of change, diversity, creative problem solving, and the fall of the command and control manager in changing organizational structures. While lectures are utilized to present basic information, this course is designed to be highly interactive. Experiential exercises, cases, and class discussions are used extensively. This course requires full participation by each student in the learning experience.

MGT 706 - Team Dynamics (3 credits)

The course is designed to provide students with a critical understanding of how to effectively work in groups and teams. The effectiveness of interpersonal skills is stressed in a diverse workplace today. The course includes an analysis of group communication theories, conflict, collaboration, leadership, new organizational structures within which teams operate and compensations systems for a team environment. Case studies and experiential exercises are utilized extensively throughout the course.

MGT 708 - Creative Problem Solving in Business

This course examines the critical role of creative problem solving as a complement to rational problem solving in the business arena. Topics will include an exploration of lateral thinking, metaphorical thinking, humor, brainstorming, right-left brain thinking, overcoming negative attitudes, and the benefits of creative approaches. The course will be presented in an experiential format with a focus on self-discovery through self-assessments. Group creative problem solving will be explored extensively. Specific applications of how companies are successfully utilizing creative approaches in various functional areas of business will be discussed.