MGMT 305 - The Nexus of MGMT & Weather

Institution:

College of Charleston

Subject:

Management

Description:

Course examines how businesses in weather-dependent sectors (Insurance, Utilities, Oil/Gas, Agribusiness, Environmental, Shipping, Aviation, Tourism, Construction, Stock Options, Weather Derivatives, Law, Weather Modification/Mitigation, National Defense, Event Planning, etc.) utilize climatological and forecast data to manage risk, people, and logistics. Consumer-driven businesses (retail, restaurants, theaters, etc.) must manage behavior response to weather conditions. Businesses dedicated to weather (forecasting, broadcasting, mitigation, etc.) combine knowledge of business practices and meteorology. Managing climate change will also be addressed. Students learn how to obtain climate/forecast data, assess meteorological impacts to various businesses, and understand the rapid decisions required to manage changing weather. NOTE: Please refer to the appropriate academic catalog for additional course information concerning prerequisites, co-requisites and course restrictions.

Credits:

3.00

Credit Hours:

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Historical Version(s):

Institution Website:

www.cofc.edu

Phone Number:

(843) 953-5500

Regional Accreditation:

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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