Course
Descriptions
MGMT
505 Organizational theory and Behavior (3 hrs)
This course provides a survey of relevant social science
research and literature to provide the student with basic
knowledge of Organizational Behavior and Communication theory
and concepts, as well as the application of these. Cases
and exercises are used to relate theory to applications,
and practice assignments are given.
MGMT
509 Strategic Human Resource Management (3 hrs)
Current activities and theory relevant to human resource
management functions are described, including impact of
changes related to government intervention and other environmental
impacts.
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602 Theory and Techniques in Organizational Development
(3 hrs)
This class examines the theoretical basis or organizational
development. Change interventions at the individual, group,
and organizational level are covered along with consultation
skills.
MGMT
610 Diagnostic and Quantitative Methods in Organizations
(3 hrs)
The study and application of diagnostic and quantitative
methods for problem diagnosis, implementation and evaluation
of the organizational development process and human resource
management practices. Prerequisite: DS 501 or undergraduate statistics.
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611 HR and Technology
(3 hrs)
Focusing on the interface of Human Resource Management functions
with technology, this course highlights the latest theories, practices
and emerging issues in e-HR. Students apply electronic human resource
techniques for using Web-based, online and traditional HR sources.
MGMT
613 Leadership in Business Organizations: Theory and Practice
(3 hrs)
Leadership in Business Organizational Theory and Practice will
provide students with knowledge of the theories of leadership
in business organizations as well as practice in leadership
and management. The course will use several diagnostic
techniques to help students understand their own
leadership strengths as well as areas to be developed.
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615 Organization Design and Strategy (3 hrs)
To provide in-depth understanding of organizations' ability
to survive, grow, and adapt in relation to internal and
environmental pressures. Analytical and problem skills are
practiced also in such areas as structure, conflict, strategy
and use of power.
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616 Negotiation and Influence Applications for Business (3 hrs)
This course focuses on the management applications called for in negotiation and influence situations in business. It will emphasize the development of effective negotiation and influence skills for the managerial and executive levels. Role-plays and experimental exercises will be used for skill development.
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618 Staffing Organizations (3 hrs)
This course will train students to staff organizations.
Students will obtain skills in human resource planning,
recruitment, job analysis, selection techniques and evaluation
(validation).
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620 Compensation Management (3 hrs)
Study of the concepts and practices of compensation administration
with emphasis on current theories of compensation and motivation.
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621 Benefits Administration (3 hrs)
This course provides students with an understanding of the concepts and practices of benefits administrations. Comprehensive discussion of all major employer-provided benefits programs including pensions, life insurance, medical insurance, and government mandated benefits are discussed. Emphasis is made on regulatory developments and the strategic role of benefits.
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622 Current Issues in Human Resources Management(3 hrs)
This course develops students’ skills in recognizing key contemporary human resource issues that impact organizational effectiveness and in applying Human Resource Management and Organizational Development skills to effectively deal with the source of these issues.
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625 Management in Unionized Settings (3 hrs)
Presents the background necessary to examine top management
strategic decision-making regarding unions as well as day-to-day
union worker-management interaction and introduces methods
and skills necessary for change in management-union relationships.
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628 Human Resource Development (3 hrs)
Course is designed to educate students in training-needs
analysis and program design, implementation of training
programs, training evaluation procedures, human resource
cost-effectiveness plans, and job design techniques..
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638 Building Continuous Improvement Teams (3 hrs)
Develops an understanding of the continuous improvement
philosophy and the organizational systems required to support
a team-oriented approach to designing, developing, and implementing
continuous improvement teams. The course provides knowledge
and critical skills necessary for building continuous improvement
teams.
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648 Communication and Organizational Development (3 hrs)
The development of communication understanding and skills
as required in organizational management and interaction
by internal and external change agents..
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688 Practicum in Human Resource Mgmt/Organizational Development
(3 hrs)
The opportunity to participate in a human resource management
and/or organizational development project in an active organization
under the close guidance of a practicing consultant.
Students who have credit in MGMT 692
may not take this course.
Prereq: MGMT 505, MGMT 509, MGMT 602, MGMT 610, MGMT
628 and at least two elective
courses and department permission.
MGMT 692 Thesis in Organizational Development (1/2/3
hrs)
Students will develop and defend an original research proposal
in the area of human resource management and/or organizational
development, collect and analyze data, and prepare and defend
a written report of their findings.
Students who have credit in MGMT 688 may not take this course.
Prereq: Department Permission
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