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An introduction to the concepts of organizational/corporate culture and the methods of analyzing it. Focuses on the development of skills required to assess corporate culture in terms of such constitute parts as ritual, symbol, structure, language and identity. Also included are a history of the study of corporate culture, an analysis of leadership styles and communication patterns in the workplace, an overview of strategies for managing corporate and organizational change and an orientation to leadership styles appropriate to the successful manipulation of cultural elements. Emphasis is both on individual and interactive learning processes. (0510-210 and either 0514-210 or 0515-210) Credit 4
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At a time when America is learning that change-and not stability-is at the heart of business and organizational vitality, this course offers students insight into theories of organizational dynamics and change as well as an introduction to skills for managing change and negotiating. The strategies covered include, but are not limited to, community building, managing corporate and individual change, and identifying resistance confl ict. Credit 4
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Meets the increasing need to understand and participate in teams in the workplace. Students establish a strong framework of group theory through topics that include current group and team theory research, individual functions in a team and team leadership, mission and global development, evaluating team effectiveness, negotiating persuasion and confl ict resolution. This course is highly interactive, with projects that require the student to use the theory in constructing and observing cross functional work teams, self directed teams and integrated work teams. Learning takes place through lectures, case studies, simulations and group projects that develop strong team skills and reinforce team theory. Credit 4
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This course integrates the knowledge gained in the courses that make up the Organizational Change and Leadership Certifi cate and, therefore, cannot be taken until all the courses in the certifi cate have been completed. Students will be expected to identify an area within their studies of change and leadership that is of most interest to them. Once they have identifi ed their area of interest, they will discuss this with the faculty member assigned to the course and begin the process of developing a proposal of the work to be accomplished. Well planned and fully thought-out proposals lead to the best projects and the ones that are most easily executed and completed. Upon acceptance of the proposal, the student will complete the project and write a paper refl ecting their area of choice, integrating the knowledge gained from the courses in the certifi cate. Credit 4
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Dealing with unpredictable futures is an on-going challenge for every leader, manager, and individual. Whether you are making personal or organizational decisions, your success depends on your ability to envision the future with a proactive, strategic approach. The ability to analyze, adjust to, and take advantage of emerging opportunities, trends, and forces, and to integrate and connect information patterns, determines the success or failure of your decisions. In this course, methodologies and approaches such as scenario-based strategy, visual thinking, mind-mapping, mental models, strategic thinking theory, and challenging prevailing ideas are introduced and used to examine the technical, social, economic and demographic trends and forces affecting people, organizations, and the choices they need to make. Credit 4
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An interdisciplinary approach to the generation and evaluation of ideas and solutions. Includes analysis of the conditions limiting creativity and the development of a "toolkit" of strategies and techniques for discovering, inventingand assessing new, unique and useful ideas, applications and solutions. Applicable to a range of life and work situations, from complex environmental concerns to competitive business challenges to family disputes. Credit 4
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This interdisciplinary course combines management thought, control theory psychology and systems thinking. It focuses on theory and techniques for building and sustaining an effi cient, creative organization that promotes problem solving and collaborative learning. Learning organization principles of systems thinking, personal mastery, mental models, shared vision, team learning. Provides an introduction to control theory psychology with applications for improved personal interaction and a noncoercive approach for lead managing. Includes analysis of the conditions limiting an organization's capacity to learn and remediation of organizational "learning disabilities. Credit 4
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This multidisciplinary course provides a practical overview of self- directed learning: theory, design, development and implementation. Students examine self-directed learning from personal and organizational perspectives that include individual learning differences. Student projects focus on identifying learning objectives and utilizing a systematic approach for promoting active learning in the workplace. Credit 4
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The new workplace requires new solutions. In this environment, training that is well-planned, presented, and meets organization needs takes on a critical strategic role. This course is aimed at managers, team leaders, HR specialists, and those involved in the continuous, self-directed, formal and informal learning needed to help their organizations improve their business success. Core topics include: design and delivery of training, the needs assessment process, job and core competencies analysis, targeting learner populations and learner needs, training program design, and program development issues. Class 4, Credit 4
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4.00 Credits
An interactive seminar for advanced students that focuses on interdisciplinary issues of wide interest and application. Course theme and content change periodically, ranging from "Negotiation and Conflict Resolution"to "Microeconomic Battle Plans" and "Organizational Culture." Limited qualifi ed applied arts and science BS degree students. (Approval of adviser) Credit 4
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