FS 123A - Women in Business: Past, Present And Future

Institution:

Merrimack College

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Description:

This seminar will examine women’s work experience in both traditional and nontraditional occupations. It begins with the history of the working woman with emphasis on early female entrepreneurs. The impact of the women’s movement on the working woman, from suffragette to modern feminist, will be explored. Also discussed will be contemporary issues of the professional female including political, moral, legal and ethical issues, the global economy, and future trends. Discussion circles play a regular part in the seminar. Guest speakers will be scheduled. Students will be required to do research, produce topic papers, and present their findings to the seminar.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.merrimack.edu

Phone Number:

(978) 837-5000

Regional Accreditation:

New England Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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