MGT 100 Foundations of Business Credits: 2

Provides an introduction to the functional areas of business (e.g., accounting, systems, finance, marketing, human resources, and entrepreneurship) as well as a number of contemporary business topics, including social responsibility, diversity, ethics, and globalization. Additionally, students will be exposed to various topics that facilitate a successful transition from high school to college. Examples include an overview of University and Bloch School resources, development of effective study habits, time and stress management, selection of a major and career options.

MGT 256 Legal and Regulatory Contexts of Organizations Credits: 3

An examination of the legal, regulatory, and ethical environment in which businesses operate. Students are introduced to our legal system, focusing on selected areas of business law.

MGT 301 Effective Business Communication Credits: 3

The instructor introduces students to the strategic nature of business communication. By the end of the course, students should be able to analyze business situations, prepare messages that fulfill the intended purpose of their communication, and meet the needs and expectations of business audiences. Students will develop tools to connect with employers during the job search process and demonstrate professionalism through interpersonal, verbal, and written communication.

Prerequisites: ENGLISH 225 and sophomore standing and Bloch School major or minor or BAS student.

MGT 305 The Sports Industry and Society Credits: 3

This course explores the sports industry’s impact on society and culture. Students will examine legal, regulatory, and ethical considerations, as well as fairness, representation, and respectful environments in sports. Emphasis is placed on career exploration, experiential learning, and the role of innovation in shaping the sports industry.

Prerequisites: Bloch School student and sophomore standing.

MGT 332 Principles of Organizational Behavior Credits: 3

A study of the principles and foundations of managing individuals, groups, and organizations. This course seeks to develop students’ understanding of the concepts and approaches that constitute the fields of organizational behavior and management and how these concepts and approaches may be applied effectively in the workplace.

Prerequisites: MGT 301 or ACCTNG 360 or concurrent enrollment (for BBA and BSA students); Bloch minor, BIT, or BAS student with sophomore standing.

MGT 337 Human Resource Management Credits: 3

Building on prior coursework, this course will provide students with advanced human resource concepts and practices as well as practical experience in how human resources should be managed in successful businesses. Student groups will work with a local organization to diagnose, analyze, and make recommendations regarding effective programs in staffing, developing, rewarding, motivating, and managing its personnel.

Prerequisites: MGT 332.

MGT 347 Talent Management Credits: 3

This course examines the tools and strategies that human resources professionals use to strategically recruit, select, develop, engage, and retain high-quality talent. Topics include understanding and planning for workforce needs, the creation and use of recruitment methods and selection systems, and the training and development of internal talent for retention and promotion. The legal context of employment decision-making is emphasized. Students engage in activities intended to practice the skills involved in developing and implementing these systems and processes.

Prerequisites: MGT 337 or concurrent enrollment.

MGT 357 Employee Training and Development Credits: 3

The course will emphasize the theories of management training and development, and the practical application of these theories in today’s organizations. Special emphasis will be on current topics in the field of human resource development, including: training self-directed work teams, managing a diverse workforce, and the practical application of designing programs in today’s environment. This will include actually designing needs analysis and training evaluation programs. The course will frame the concept of training and development within the applicable theory of adult learning.

Prerequisites: MGT 332 (or co-requisite).

MGT 360 Groups and Teams Credits: 3

Teamwork has become increasingly popular in many organizations. Whether formally integrated into the organizational structure, or temporarily created around specific projects, teams can be an important competency of organizations. They are considered an effective performance unit, and expected to efficiently cope with the fast changes and demands of today's business environment. Attaining the full advantages from teamwork requires effective management of team processes and dynamics. This course focuses on issues in team development, internal processes, and members' behavior, as well as management skills needed to effectively lead teams in organizations.

Prerequisites: Bloch or Civil Engineering student and completion of 45 hours.

MGT 367 Human Resource Analytics Credits: 3

This course equips students to influence human resource decisions through the use of data and analytics. Students will work through the analytics process, from understanding business questions and acquiring data to applying descriptive and predictive analytics, visualization, and statistical testing, as well as designing and implementing employee surveys to gain insights and inform critical HR decisions. Key HR areas explored include recruiting, staffing, compensation, performance management, employee engagement, and retention. Students will use Excel and AI-based platforms to analyze both qualitative and quantitative data.

Prerequisites: MGT 332 and DSOM 211 (or STAT 235 or STAT 115 or MOTRMATH 110).

MGT 370 International Management Credits: 3

Students receive an introduction to management in an international environment, addressing the management functions and behaviors necessary to develop global vision and management skills at a strategic (macro) and interpersonal (micro) level. Cross-cultural management and competitive strategy are evaluated in the context of global changes.

Prerequisites: Bloch or BAS student and completion of 45 hours.

MGT 377 Total Rewards Management Credits: 3

The course will examine both the theory and practice of Total Compensation. Topics include strategic compensation, employee compensation and benefits, job evaluation, external competitiveness & market analysis, incentives and variable pay, employee motivation, compensation administration and the compensation of special groups. A variety of approaches are employed to examine organizational compensation policy and design.

Prerequisites: MGT 332 (or co-requisite).

MGT 387 Employee Relations: Law, Policy, Practice Credits: 3

This course explores how leaders, supervisors, and HR professionals navigate conflict, apply employment law, and create fair, transparent, and productive workplaces. Topics include the historical and legal context of labor unions, performance management and corrective action, conflict resolution, and workplace investigations. Students develop skills in communication and conflict resolution in employee relations contexts.

Prerequisites: MGT 337 or concurrent enrollment.

MGT 405 Sports Management Credits: 3

This course explores the business and management of sports organizations and events. Students will examine financial and economic drivers, sponsorships, fan engagement strategies, and emerging technologies through hands-on projects and industry connections.

Prerequisites: MGT 332.

MGT 470 International Study in Business Credits: 3

This course is designed to provide a study-abroad experience for the student. The course involves three components: study of international business through on-campus lectures and discussions; travel to a foreign country for visitations to business firms, government organizations, and cultural sites; and critique sessions of the international learning experience after travel completion.

Prerequisites: Departmental consent with special application and selection process.

MGT 471 Strategic Management Credits: 3

The study of business strategy concepts and application using case studies representing 'real world' situations. The course stresses the formulation of business strategies to achieve organizational objectives using strategic analysis and models based upon external and internal assessments of the organization's environment.

Prerequisites: Junior standing and completion of ACCTNG 211; FIN 325; MGT 332; MKT 324.

Co-requisites: Completion of or concurrent enrollment in DSOM 340.

MGT 487 Special Topics Credits: 3

Special topics in management.

Prerequisites: Departmental consent.

MGT 495 Human Resource Management Practicum Credits: 3

Human Resources Management Practicum is a capstone course intended to provide students with the opportunity to apply the skills and knowledge learned in previous Human Resources courses within a simulated or authentic business setting. Practicum activities prepare students for a career in human resources management by (1) providing hands-on application of human resources management knowledge to business problems, and (2) reinforcing human resources management knowledge and professional competencies so students are prepared to sit for professional accreditations.

Prerequisites: MGT 337 and senior standing.

MGT 496 Internship: Management Credits: 1-3

An opportunity for students to integrate their academic studies via employment with a business/organization in the community. Internship coursework is evaluated on a credit/no credit basis.

Prerequisites: Departmental consent.

MGT 497 Special Topics: Management Credits: 1-3

Study and research in areas of special interest under individual faculty direction.

Prerequisites: Departmental consent.