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3.00 Credits
This course examines the process by which behavioral science knowledge and practices are used to help organizations achieve greater effectiveness, including improved quality of life, increased productivity, improved product and service quality, and executive development. Required prerequisite: SB 120 Introduction to Psychology.
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3.00 Credits
This course will examine the concepts of diversity that exist in the common workplace today. It will provide a broad overview of what constitutes diversity, provide a detailed look at diversity initiatives and how they can be improved, attempt to define diversity management and present a framework for implementing diversity management and will provide information on United States demographic dimensions such as age, gender, race, language, sexual orientation, and disability status. Recommended prerequisite: BU 110 Principles of Management, or BU 233 Human Resource Management.
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3.00 Credits
The case method is utilized to analyze individual and group behavior in the workplace. Planning, recruiting, communications, grievances and conflict resolutions are covered. Various techniques and strategies for problem-solving are explored. Recommended prerequisites: BU 110 Principles of Management, BU 233 Human Resource Management.
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3.00 Credits
Purchasing Management will reflect the current issues, needs and trends in the field of purchasing management. The course will provide an overview of the role of the purchasing officer. Purchasing officers are responsible for the procurement of goods and materials for use in resale and manufacturing of goods and/ or raw materials. Purchasing officers are found in most small and large businesses; e.g., manufacturing plants, hospitals, educational institutions, and government offices.
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3.00 Credits
This course will focus on research in the Fortune 500 companies. Both external and internal environments will be examined. The student is expected to conduct preliminary research through the use of the Internet or traditional methodologies. Students will examine the following aspects of fortune companies: accounting, finance, marketing, advertising, human resources, quality standards and general management policies. Prerequisites: BU 110 Principles of Management, and SM 261 Statistics.
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3.00 Credits
This course will examine the evolution of business and contemporary business practices through the use of films and videos. Students will analyze and report in teams/ groups how these films impact a business environment. Prerequisites: BU 110 Principles of Management, and EN 101 Academic Writing I.
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3.00 Credits
This course will focus on the current events that shape the business environment. Both external and internal environments will be examined through business articles published in newspapers, journals and periodicals including the Wall Street Journal, Business Week, Journal of Personnel and Journal of Industrial Psychology, and on internet Web sites. Prerequisites: IM 120 Introduction to Computers, and BU 110 Principles of Management.
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3.00 Credits
This course examines the management core areas of finance and business as they apply to the sport industry. The course provides the student with an overview of the business of amateur, intercollegiate, and professional sports enterprises. In addition, the course investigates the business-related issues encountered by managers of sports organizations and covers how business and financial principles can be applied to effectively address these issues. In particular, the course will discuss issues involved in financing sport such as the public financing of stadiums, sponsorships, fund raising, revenue sources, and cost containment. The development of effective communication skills will be emphasized through class presentations and written assignments. Leadership and interpersonal communications will be developed through small group projects and meetings. Critical thinking and problem-solving skills will be fostered through the use of the case study method. (Offered fall term) Prerequisite: BU 218 Principles of Sport Management
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3.00 Credits
Students will build upon basic principles learned in BU 112 and continue their study of business management. This course will examine business management including business ethics, taxes, liability, insurance, horse sales, budgeting, financial planning and customer relations as they relate specifically to small businesses in the horse industry. The completion of a formal business plan is required. (Offered fall term) Required prerequisites: BU 112 Business Operations for Farm and Stable Owners.
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1.00 Credits
This course will provide a study of techniques used within a small business for promotion, marketing and sales. Students are required to complete projects, utilizing current technology available through computers and video. (Offered spring term)
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