MGT 301 - Principles of Management and Organizational Behavior

(3 units)

This course will provide a broad overview of management concepts. For example, students will gain an understanding of organizational behavior, leadership, human resources, decision making, etc. Students will master these concepts and apply them in modern settings.

Maximum units a student may earn: 3

Prerequisite(s): Business major or minor.

Grading Basis: Graded
Units of Lecture: 3
Offered: Every Fall and Spring

Student Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
1. demonstrate an understanding of the foundation and history of management science.
2. discuss both organizational and management structure.
3. identify both personal and environment factors in predicting human behavior within organizations.
4. demonstrate an understanding of how to be an effective manager across different contexts.
5. make ethical decisions in organizational settings and think through ethical questions.
6. weigh the importance of corporate social responsibility and the needs of different stakeholders.
7. demonstrate effective methods of decision making.
8. be able to think critically strategically about business models and units.
9. demonstrate understanding of entrepreneurship principles and small business management.
10. apply theory and research to human resource practices such as placement, performance, promotions, and legal concerns.
11. engage in goals and planning in order to manage organizational progress.
12. utilize critical theories to manage organizational change.
13. demonstrate an understanding of how to apply different leadership approaches to different situations.
14. manage conflict and make successful group decisions.

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