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MGMT 310 Management Principles and Practices

This course examines the historical and philosophical roots of management as well as current management theory and practices. The critical success factors leading to effective performance in the roles of planner, decision maker, organizer, leader, motivator, controller and manager of a diverse workforce in a changing environment are identified and evaluated.

Special information

Prerequisite: Goal 1 writing requirement plus 30 credits must be satisfied.
4 Undergraduate credits

Effective August 1, 1998 to present

Learning outcomes

General

  • Articulate what management is and the primary functions of management (plan, organize, lead and control); describe the historical and philosophical origins of management; appreciate and be aware of current management theories and practices.
  • Define the major ethical approaches and discuss their impact on management behavior.
  • Discuss the concept of organizational culture as an integrating factor and as a hindrance to change.
  • Discuss the critical success factors that provide effective managerial performances in the following areas: planner and decision maker, organizer, leader and motivator and controller.
  • Articulate a personal philosophy of management and management techniques/skills.
  • Demonstrate an understanding of the types and utility of systems used to monitor and support achievement of plans made by management.
  • Discuss the impact of changing demographics, increasing diversity, and globalization on the management process.
  • Exercise analytical and decision-making skills in applying the principles and practices above in a simulated "real world" environment.

Spring 2023

Section Title Instructor
50 Management Principles and Practices Berte, Erica Books Course details
51 Management Principles and Practices Koseoglu, Mehmet Ali Books Course details
52 Management Principles and Practices Wallin, George Books Course details
53 Management Principles and Practices Bormann Young, Carol Books Course details

Summer 2023

Section Title Instructor
50 Management Principles and Practices Koseoglu, Mehmet Ali Books Course details
51 Management Principles and Practices Berte, Erica Books Course details

Fall 2023

Section Title Instructor
01 PP-T: Management Principles and Practices Bormann Young, Carol Books Course details
02 PP-T: Management Principles and Practices Bormann Young, Carol Books Course details
50 Management Principles and Practices Berte, Erica Books Course details
51 Management Principles and Practices Berte, Erica Books Course details
52 Management Principles and Practices Drehmel, Gregory W Books Course details