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BMGT110 Introduction to Business and Management (3 cr.)
(For students with little or no business background. Recommended preparation for many other BMGT courses.) A survey of the field of business management. Topics include human relations, technology in business, ethical behavior, the environment, global and economic forces, organization, quality, products and services, functional management, and current issues and developments.
BMGT304 Managing E-Commerce in Organizations (3 cr.)
An introduction to the history and design of Internet-based business models (i.e., e-commerce) in organizations. Topics include e-commerce management principles, management of different types of organizations, integration of human and information technology resources, training and development, and use of information systems. Investigation also covers knowledge management strategies; the management of business units to implement technological marketing (or e-marketing); the creation of new roles and responsibilities for managers in the e-commerce environment of organizations; relationships among the Internet, government, and society; and future prospects of e-commerce. Students may receive credit for only one of the following courses: BMGT 304 or BMGT 388M.
BMGT305 Knowledge Management (3 cr.)
An introduction to the ways in which organizations create, identify, capture, process, and distribute knowledge. Topics include knowledge generation and coordination, knowledge markets, knowledge transfer and skills, and knowledge management principles. Discussion also covers new organizations and intellectual capital; the integration of human resources, training and development, information systems and security, and business units to implement knowledge management strategies; and new roles and responsibilities for knowledge workers. Students may receive credit for only one of the following courses: BMGT 305 or BMGT 388C.
BMGT309 Operations Research for Management Decisions (3 cr.)
Prerequisite: MATH 220 or STAT 230. A survey of the philosophy and techniques of operations research and how they relate to managerial decision making. Techniques covered include linear programming, transportation and assignment models, Markov processes, and inventory and queuing models. Emphasis is on formulating and solving decision problems in the functional areas of management. Students may receive credit for only one of the following courses: BMGT 309 or BMGT 332.
BMGT312 Women in Business (3 cr.)
Prerequisite: BMGT 110 or at least two years of business and management experience. An examination of women's evolving roles in the business world and the forces that have created change and opportunities. Discussion explores how organizational theory, human resource practices, industrialization, and information technology have created new paths for professional growth. Students may receive credit for only one of the following courses: BMGT 312, BMGT 398I, or MGMT 398I.
BMGT313 Women as Entrepreneurs (3 cr.)
A study of the qualities that help women excel in business. Topics include the rapid increase in female-owned companies, especially small businesses, and ways women have overcome the barriers they face in starting a business. Discussion also covers the reasons for female exclusion from traditional financing alternatives and current funding options for women. Inspirational real-life examples of women who have achieved success are presented. Students may receive credit for only one of the following courses: BMGT 313 or BMGT 388H.
BMGT314 Women as Leaders (3 cr.)
A study of the opportunities and challenges for women in leadership positions. Focus is on increasing awareness of the unique talents and skills of women and identifying ways to help women change historically self-limiting beliefs. Topics include personal perceptions, traditional stereotypes of femininity, and the evaluation of leadership and coaching skills. Success stories of leading women managers illustrate the key principles. Students may receive credit for only one of the following courses: BMGT 314 or BMGT 388J.
BMGT317 Problem Solving for Managers (3 cr.)
Presentation of the theoretical and practical aspects of strategies used in solving problems, an activity that takes up much of the manager's day. Approaches evaluated include holistic thinking, the use of analogy, internal brainstorming and other methods of creative thinking, the development of an ability to shift perspectives, the scientific method, the analysis of language, systems analysis, and graphic representations. Case studies illustrate the definition of the problem, the formulation of hypotheses, the collection and analysis of data, and application to improve quality. Students may receive credit for only one of the following courses: BMGT 317 or TMGT 310.
BMGT325 The Small-Business Plan (1 cr.)
An introduction to the preparation of a business plan for entry into small business. Topics include locating and using primary and secondary research to prepare a business plan, assessing formats for presenting it, finding sources of assistance in preparing it, writing it, and identifying who should prepare it. Students may receive credit for only one of the following courses: BMGT 325, BMGT 398G, MGMT 325, MGMT 330, MGMT 398C, SBUS 200, or SBUS 398C.
BMGT339 Government and Business Contracting (3 cr.)
(Designed for entrepreneurs in the public and private sectors involved in evaluating contracting and grant opportunities in domestic and global environments.) An investigation of the opportunities available for new business development and government and business contracting, as well as the problems involved. Topics include various methods governments and businesses use in determining requirements, choosing the procurement method, evaluating contractors and grant proposals, setting terms and conditions for contracts, awarding contracts, and administering contracts. Both theory and practice are examined with respect to procurement; purchasing procedures; types of contracts; cost and price analysis; and methods of writing proposals, obtaining helpful information, and establishing and maintaining internal controls. Students may receive credit for only one of the following courses: BMGT 339, MGMT 220, or MGMT 339.
BMGT340 Business Finance (3 cr.)
Prerequisites: ACCT 221, and BMGT 230 or STAT 230. An overview of the theory, principles, and practices of financial management in a business environment. Topics include financial analysis and financial risk; characteristics and valuations of securities, capital investment analysis and decision making, the capital structure of the firm, financial leverage, and international finance. Emphasis is on the application of financial theory and methods for solving the problems of financial policy that managers face. Students may receive credit for only one of the following courses: BMGT 340, BMGT 341, MGMT 398D, or TMGT 320.
BMGT361 Health Management (3 cr.)
Conceptual and functional analysis and application of management principles and theories for effective leadership in the health care services environment. Focus is on relevant theories of organization and management, leadership, communication, motivation, and decision making; organizational change and strategic planning; human resource administration; and management control systems. Discussion covers the structure of health systems in the United States and in other countries, current policy issues, and advocacy for public health and health care reform. Students may receive credit for only one of the following courses: BMGT 361 or HMGT 320.
BMGT364 Management and Organization Theory (3 cr.)
Prerequisite: BMGT 110 or at least two years of business and management experience. A study of the development of theories about management and organizations. Processes and functions of management discussed include the communication process, the role of the manager as an organizer and director, the determination of goals, and the allocation of responsibilities. Students may receive credit for only one of the following courses: BMGT 364, TEMN 202, TEMN 300, TMGT 301, or TMGT 302.
BMGT365 Organizational Leadership (3 cr.)
Prerequisite: BMGT 364. An exploration of the challenges to effective leadership and management that the contemporary manager faces in a rapidly changing environment. Focus is on leadership styles and motivational techniques conducive to high performance in various organizational settings with a very diverse workforce. Topics include issues in the design of organizations, the corporate/organizational culture, the design and enrichment of jobs, and communication within organizations. Students may receive credit for only one of the following courses: BMGT 365, MGMT 300, MGST 310, or TEMN 310.
BMGT366 Managing in the Public Sector (3 cr.)
Conceptual and functional analysis and application of management principles and strategies encompassing not-for-profit, state, and nonstate institutional and organizational actors, such as intergovernmental and nongovernmental organizations (IGOs and NGOs), in the domestic and global environments. Focus is on the nature and scope of public management. Topics include theoretical, administrative, ethical, and policy models of decisionmaking and accountability; the dynamics of organizational behavior, bureaucratic structures, and processes; core functionalities, strategies, and issues involving public-sector management, planning, leadership, human resources, collective bargaining, communications, and e-government; marketing; public finance; international development projects; and governance. Students may receive credit for only one of the following courses: BMGT 366 or TMGT 305.
BMGT368 Managing Organizational Change (3 cr.)
Prerequisite: BMGT 364. Introduction to the dynamics of institutionalizing small- and large-scale organizational change efforts. The objective is to provide insight to the limitations of the concept of planned organizational change. The factors that inhibit change from occurring gracefully and the role that individual behavior, group behavior, organizational structure, and organizational culture have in the planned change process are explored. Students may receive credit for only one of the following courses: BMGT 368 or TMGT 350.
BMGT369 Health Practice Management (3 cr.)
Prerequisite: BMGT 361. Examination and application of health care practice theories and concepts in the management of medicine, health, and dental group services. Topics include both managed care and fee-for-service payment arrangements, and the influence of insurance. Group practices examined include preferred provider organizations, physician hospital organizations, independent practice associations, management service organizations, and dental group practice networks. Analysis covers applied issues such as structuring compensation packages for professionals; negotiating contractual arrangements with insurance companies; and implementing regulatory guidelines for medical equipment, pharmaceutical storage, and dispensing. Discussion also reviews policy issues relevant to managed care, public financing, insurance, the employment of healthcare professionals, and legislative politics that affect health care management and practice. Students may receive credit for only one of the following courses: BMGT 369 or HMGT 498E.
BMGT372 Supply Chain Management (3 cr.)
Prerequisite BMGT 364. An examination of supply chain management systems with a focus on maximizing the value generated by a company. Topics include supply chain management strategy, planning, designing and operations; the role information technology, and financial factors that influence decisions. Discussion also covers the trade-offs between cost and service and between the purchase and supply of raw materials; the warehousing and control of inventory; transportation; facilities and handling; information; and the distribution of finished goods to customers required to minimize costs, maximize profits, or increase customer service levels.
BMGT375 Procurement Management (3 cr.)
Prerequisite: BMGT 364. An overview of the procurement process in industry and its strategic importance in the global marketplace. Topics include the purchasing process, requirements planning, pricing analysis, global competition, distribution, and value analysis. Students may receive credit for only one of the following courses: BMGT 375, MGMT 347, MGMT 375, or TEMN 360.
BMGT378 Legal Environment of Business (3 cr.)
(For students with little or no legal background.) An overview of fundamental legal concepts and principles that affect business in the relevant functional and regulatory environments. Emphasis is on the definition and application of legal principles and concepts through illustrative examples and cases. Topics include the interplay among business, ethics, and law; legal reasoning and research; the judicial system and conflict resolution; and torts and business crimes. Key concepts relating to transactional aspects of business are defined; these include contracts and business organizations, property, and government regulations in the human resource, marketing, and financial dimensions of business. Assignments include conducting relevant research using computer databases and networks (such as LEXIS and the Web) as well as other methods for accessing information. Students may receive credit for only one of the following courses: BMGT 378 or BMGT 480.
BMGT380 Business Law I (3 cr.)
(Strongly recommended for students seeking careers as CPAs, lawyers, or managers.) A conceptual and functional analysis and application of legal principles relevant to the conduct and understanding of commercial business transactions in the domestic and global environment. Topics include the legal, ethical, and social environment of business; agencies, partnerships, and other forms of business organizations; and contracts and sales agreements.
BMGT381 Business Law II (3 cr.)
(Strongly recommended for students seeking careers as CPAs, lawyers, or managers.) Prerequisite: BMGT 380. Further conceptual and functional analysis and application of legal principles relevant to the conduct and understanding of commercial business transactions in the domestic and global environment. Topics include personal and real property, government regulations affecting employment and marketing, negotiable instruments, debtor/creditor relationships, and bankruptcy and reorganization.
BMGT384 Managing for Quality (3 cr.)
(Not open to students who have previously taken MGST 398L, MGST 398M, or MGST 398N.) Prerequisites: BMGT 364 and STAT 230. A survey of methods used to apply principles of total quality management (TQM) in various organizational settings to improve quality and productivity. Emphasis is on quality process, management issues in achieving quality, stabilizing quality, and improving quality. Topics include the evolution of TQM theory; TQM models, tools, and techniques; the development of TQM teams; the production of graphs and charts; strategies for meeting customer expectations; benchmarking; six sigma principles; and comparison of TQM applications. Spreadsheet and statistical software may be used to develop statistical process control charts and graphs. Students may receive credit for only one of the following courses: BMGT 384, BMGT 425, or MGMT 425.
BMGT388B Virtual Management (3 cr.)
An overview of the key organizational and individual issues involved in technology-assisted organization and employee management, i.e., virtual or distance management. Discussion covers principles of distance management, technology, and dos and don'ts. Topics include gauging organization and employee readiness for technology-enabled communication and telecommuting; identifying appropriate job types and flexibility options; applying effective communication strategies and methods when utilizing computers and telecommunication technologies; and implementing and evaluating management procedures and policies in flexible organizations.
BMGT389J Comparative Management-United States and Japan (3 cr.)
Prerequisite: BMGT 110. An examination of the management processes of business firms in the United States and Japan. A conceptual framework for comparing and contrasting processes is provided. Exploration covers key management areas of business (such as planning, strategy, organizational structure, the decision-making process, human resource management, marketing, and financial management) in both countries. Topics also include an analysis of the two cultures and the impact of the those cultures on management systems.
BMGT391 Motivation, Performance, and Productivity (3 cr.)
Prerequisite: BMGT 364. An examination of the challenges of motivating employees. Topics include effective principles for job design, theories and practices of successful leadership, the setting of goals and objectives, the development of reward systems, and the attributes of effective managerial communication. The causes and impact of performance problems and methods for measuring management practices are explored. Students may receive credit for only one of the following courses: BMGT 391, BMGT 398S, or HRMN 394.
BMGT392 Global Business Management (3 cr.)
Prerequisites: BMGT 110 or at least two years of business and management experience. Examination and analysis of global business in its historical, theoretical, environmental, and functional dimensions. Focus is on understanding the growing economic interdependence of nations and its impact on managerial and corporate policy decisions that transcend national boundaries. Topics include the nature and scope of international business; the institutional, sociocultural, political, legal, ethical, and economic environments; trade, foreign investment, and development; transnational management (including global operations), strategic planning, human resources, marketing, and finance; and international business diplomacy and conflict resolution. Students may receive credit for only one of the following courses: BMGT 392, MGMT 305, or TMGT 390.
BMGT393 Real Estate Principles I (3 cr.)
(Designed to fulfill the requirements for the Maryland licensing examination to sell real estate.) Prerequisite: ECON 203. A survey of the principles, definitions, and uses of real estate. Topics include real estate as a business, problems of construction and home ownership, city planning, and public control and ownership of real estate.
BMGT394 Real Estate Principles II (3 cr.)
(Designed to fulfill the requirements for the Maryland licensing examination to sell real estate.) Prerequisite: BMGT 393. A continuation of the study of real estate. Topics include principles, definitions, professional issues and problems, construction and ownership problems, and other major aspects of real estate sales. Students may receive credit for only one of the following courses: BMGT 394 or BMGT 398H.
BMGT398 Special Topics in Business and Management (3 cr.)
Intensive inquiry into special topics in business and management that reflect the changing needs and interests of students and faculty.
BMGT398H American Housing Market in Theory and Practice (1 cr.)
An overview of the U.S. housing market and an introduction to the problems involved in the purchase, ownership, and rental of a home. Focus is on acquiring the knowledge to make informed decisions or give intelligent advice concerning home purchase, mortgage, financing, or leasing of private housing.
BMGT398I European Union:Business and Economic Environment (3 cr.)
Prerequisites: ECON 201 and ECON 203. An analysis of the economies and business practices of the European Union member nations. The cross-cultural challenges of multinational corporations in marketing, trade, and taxation are covered.
BMGT398J Operational Auditing (1 cr.)
An introduction to the process of using fundamental operational auditing tools to identify opportunities to improve operational efficiency and effectiveness. Basic skills are developed. Focus is on the identification and resolution of appropriate auditing tools in both highly mature organizations and more responsive, dynamic environments.
BMGT398P Business Research On Line (3 cr.)
Prerequisites: BMGT 364 and CMST 300. An examination of how businesses currently utilize information technology to perform business functions and to communicate within their own organization and with other organizations and how they research and retrieve information to support decision making. A seminar approach that uses current publications, online discussion groups, and guest lecturers is followed. Students may receive credit for only one of the following courses: BMGT 398P or MGMT 398P.
BMGT398Q Using Electronic Commerce in Business Management (3 cr.)
Prerequisite: BMGT 110, BMGT 364, MGMT 300, or TMGT 302. An introduction to issues surrounding the conduct of commerce. Topics include criteria for evaluating strategic information systems planning, the interchange of electronic data, digital computing, electronic research, and methods of conducting business online in a variety of business environments. Financial requirements and controls, legal issues, business productivity tools, the tracking of transactions, and the development of materials are also examined. Information from current Web sites is used to review practices in a variety of business areas and applications. Students may receive credit for only one of the following courses: BMGT 398Q or MGMT 398Q.
BMGT398Z Creative Problem Solving (1 cr.)
An introduction to various elements and strategies used in problem solving in business and management. Case studies and short exercises are used to explore various means for solving problems creatively. Students may receive credit for only one of the following courses: BMGT 398Z, MGMT 398Z, MGST 198Z, MGST 398Z, or TMGT 310.
BMGT405 Environmental Management and Business (3 cr.)
(Formerly BMGT 498F.) Examination and analysis of salient environmental issues and their impact on business management and institutional policies and strategies in both domestic and global settings. Topics inlcude air- and water-quality controls, toxic substances, hazardous waste, energy and natural resources, deforestation, biological diversity, global warming, and ozone depletion. These issues are examined from the perspectives of ecology, ethics, the law, and public policy. The implications of sociopolitical and economic issues (e.g., population, poverty, trade, business growth, sustainable development, and competitiveness) on the environment are also discussed. Students may receive credit for only one of the following courses: BMGT 405, BMGT 498F, or MGMT 498F.
BMGT407 Global Commerce (3 cr.)
(Formerly BMGT 498S.) An examination and analysis of global commerce involving the flow of goods and services among nations and the use of e-commerce in the transactional process. Topics include international trade policy and structure; export-import strategies; documentary sales transactions and standard International commercial terms; commercial financing, letters of credit, and transnational banking; technology transfer; transportation logistics; global e-commerce; and current policy issues. Students may receive credit for only one of the following courses: BMGT 407 or BMGT 498S.
BMGT411 Business Performance (3 cr.)
Presentation of analytical approaches to comprehend and solve business performance problems. Focus is on powerful techniques for solving problems of managing people and for understanding their behavior in organizations. Topics include how to recognize, pinpoint, analyze, develop, and make decisions. Complex real-world situations that confront managers and supervisors in a business environment or organization are considered. Discussion covers techniques for identifying and choosing among goals and strategies, resolving operational and structural difficulties, and making decisions based on knowns and unknowns and pros and cons using a practical approach toward problems. The techniques provided are applicable to knowledge-, manufacturing-, service-, or government-based organizations. Students may receive credit for only one of the following courses: BMGT 411 or TMGT 411.
BMGT412 Managing for Organizational Effectiveness (3 cr.)
An overview of management techniques and methodologies that are used to develop and adapt business processes for competitive advantage in dynamic and rapidly changing environments. Assessment tools for achieving desired organizational capabilities, such as the Baldrige Criteria for Performance Excellence, ISO 9000, and CMMI (Capability Maturity Model Integration), are examined. Discussion also covers specific approaches¿such as customer relationship management, supply chain management, Six Sigma methodology, and other process improvement tools¿that contribute to high performance and organizational effectiveness. Successful applications of these strategies and approaches are illustrated. Students may receive credit for only one of the following courses: BMGT 412 or TMGT 412.
BMGT428 Legal Aspects of Technology Management (3 cr.)
(Formerly BMGT 498J.) An examination and analysis of legal and policy issues involving the development, acquisition, application, and use of technology and their impact on business and management in the domestic and global environments. Topics include intellectual property issues encompassing patent, copyright, and trademark protections in information and biotechnology; privacy and security concerns; domain names; government regulation and antitrust; software licensing; tort and computer crimes, and consumer protection. The role of global institutions is also explored. Students may receive credit for only one of the following courses: BMGT 428 or BMGT 498J.
BMGT436 Managing Entrepreneurial Ventures (3 cr.)
Prerequisite: BMGT 330 or familiarity with the business functions and factors involved with planning and managing an entrepreneurial venture. An exploration of entrepreneurial management and strategies in various competitive situations and stages of development. Topics include the development of partnerships, joint ventures, strategic alliances, and licensing. Issues regarding management, financing, marketing, production, administration, human resources, and growth of the business are analyzed. Discussion covers strategies and tactics using environmental scanning, analysis, and planning and decision making (including reviewing relevant options and opportunities, forecasting demand and sales, estimating costs, and developing pro forma financial statements) by entrepreneurs. Potential business opportunities are assessed using exercises, case studies, and research related to new technologies, innovation, competition, economic and social change, governmental regulation and laws, major product and service features, organizational and human resource issues, information management, global issues, financial management, marketing, operations, and customer service. Students may receive credit for only one of the following courses: BMGT 436, BMGT 461, or MGMT 461.
BMGT437 International Business Law (3 cr.)
(Formerly BMGT 498P). Prerequisite: BMGT 380. A conceptual and functional analysis and application of transnational legal principles relevant to the conduct and understanding of global business and economic transactions. Topics include the international legal environment and process; transactional dimensions, including business forms and foreign investments; international and regional organizations; international contracts and sales; the regulation of international trade; national and international economic controls; legal aspects of management, marketing, and finance that focus on global issues related to employment, the environment, technology transfer, and trade financing; and dispute resolution. Students may receive credit for only one of the following courses: BMGT 437 or BMGT 498P.
BMGT440 Financial Management (3 cr.)
Prerequisite: BMGT 340. Analysis and discussion of the financial decisions of national and multinational corporations, based on case studies and reading. Financial principles and concepts are applied to solve financial problems and make financial and corporate policy at the executive level. Topics include assessment of the financial health of the organization, short- and long-term financial management, project and company valuation, cost of capital, risk analysis, investment decisions, and capital markets.
BMGT443 Security Analysis and Valuation (3 cr.)
Prerequisite: BMGT 343. A study of concepts, methods, models, and empirical findings. Theory is applied to the analysis, valuation, and selection of securities, especially common stock.
BMGT444 Futures Contracts and Options (3 cr.)
Prerequisite: BMGT 343. A study of institutional features and the economic rationale underlying markets in futures and options. Topics include hedging, speculation, structure of futures prices, interest-rate futures, efficiency in futures markets, and stock and commodity options.
BMGT445 Commercial Bank Management (3 cr.)
Prerequisite: BMGT 340. An analysis and discussion of cases and readings in commercial bank management. Discussion covers the loan function and the management of liquidity reserves, investments for income, and sources of funds. The objectives, functions, policies, organization, structure, services, and regulations of banks are considered.
BMGT446 International Finance (3 cr.)
Prerequisite: BMGT 340. Analysis and discussion of financial management issues from the perspective of the multinational firm. Topics include the organization and functions of foreign exchange and international capital markets, international capital budgeting, financing foreign trade, and designing a global financing strategy. Emphasis is on how to manage financial exchange and political risks while maximizing benefits from global opportunities faced by the firm.
BMGT454 The Global Manager and Public Policy (3 cr.)
(Formerly BMGT 498O.) Prerequisite: BMGT 392. Examination and analysis of the institutional dimensions of public policy in the international arena and their strategic impact on the decisions of the global manager. Focus is on the conceptual and functional definition and application of global public policy, including the role of nongovernmental organizations (NGOs), in the context of leadership and ethical responsibilities across national borders and cultures; the transnational policy implications of global regimes spanning the relevant areas of business and global governance. Students may receive credit for only one of the following courses: BMGT 454, BMGT 498O, or MGMT 498O.
BMGT456 Multinational Management (3 cr.)
(Formerly BMGT 498R.) An examination and analysis of multinational management functions and processes (including planning, organizing, leading, and controlling) across national cultures and borders and in globally diverse transnational environments and organizations. Topics include cross-cultural strategic planning, organizational design and structures; cross-cultural leadership, decision making, motivation, communication, and business practices; headquarters-subsidiary control relationships; international staffing, employee relations and human resource management; and cross-national ethics and social responsibility. Students may receive credit for only one of the following courses: BMGT 456 or BMGT 498R.
BMGT464 Organizational Behavior (3 cr.)
Prerequisites: BMGT 110 (or at least two years of business and management experience) and BMGT 364. An examination of research and theory on the forces underlying the way members of an organization behave. Topics include the behavior of work groups and supervisors, intergroup relations, employees' goals and attitudes, problems in communication, the circumstances of change in an organization, and the goals and design of an organization.
BMGT465 Organization Development and Change (3 cr.)
Prerequisite: BMGT 364. An introduction to a method of making organizations and individuals more adaptive and productive. The objective is to help organizations cope with change. Techniques of intervention (such as team building, process consultation, feedback, and conflict resolution) are introduced and explained. Students may receive credit for only one of the following courses: BMGT 465, MGMT 398K, MGMT 465, or TMGT 350.
BMGT481 Management of Public Business Enterprises (3 cr.)
Conceptual, functional, and policy analysis of public business enterprises, including telecommunications, energy, transportation, and utility industries in the domestic and global environments. Focus is on salient management and strategic issues affecting business decisions.
BMGT482 Business and Government (3 cr.)
Prerequisite: BMGT 110 (or at least two years of business and management experience). A study of the role of government in the modern economy and the intricate relationships between the public and private sectors in the domestic and global environments. Emphasis is on the regulatory and public policy dimensions of government intervention, the promotion of business, corporate responses to government action, and social responsibility and governance issues in the changing domestic and global marketplaces. Students may receive credit for only one of the following courses: BMGT 482 or TMGT 340.
BMGT484 Managing Teams in Organizations (3 cr.)
Prerequisite: BMGT 364. An examination of how and why team development can be effective in organizations and when it is appropriate. Topics include group dynamics, stages of group development, team-building techniques, team goals and leadership, and interpersonal and individual skills to foster cohesion and effective performance. Students may receive credit for only one of the following courses: BMGT 484, BMGT 498H, or MGMT 498H.
BMGT486A Internship in Business&Management Through Co-op (3 cr.)
Prerequisite: Formal admission to the Co-op program (program requirements are listed on p. 00). An opportunity to combine academic theory with new, career-related experience in business and management. At least 12 hours per week must be devoted to new tasks for a minimum of 180 hours during the Co-op session; four new tasks must be delineated in the Learning Proposal; and the course requirements must be completed. May be repeated upon approval of a new Learning Proposal that demonstrates new tasks and objectives related to business and management and that continues to advance application of academic theory in the workplace. Students may earn up to 15 semester hours in all internship coursework through Co-op toward a first bachelor's degree and up to 9 semester hours toward a second bachelor's degree. Co-op credits may not be used for general education requirements and, unless otherwise specified, no more than 6 Co-op credits may be used in the academic major and minor (combined).
BMGT486B Internship in Business &Management Through Co-op (6 cr.)
Prerequisite: Formal admission to the Co-op program (program requirements are listed on p. 00). An opportunity to combine academic theory with new, career-related experience in business and management. At least 20 hours per week must be devoted to new tasks for a total of 300 hours during the Co-op session; five to eight new tasks must be delineated in the Learning Proposal; and the course requirements must be completed. May be repeated upon approval of a new Learning Proposal that demonstrates new tasks and objectives related to business and management and that continues to advance application of academic theory in the workplace. Students may earn up to 15 semester hours in all internship coursework through Co-op toward a first bachelor's degree and up to 9 semester hours toward a second bachelor's degree. Co-op credits may not be used for general education requirements and, unless otherwise specified, no more than 6 Co-op credits may be used in the academic major and minor (combined).
BMGT487 Project Management I (3 cr.)
(The first course in the two-course series BMGT 487 488.) Prerequisite: BMGT 364. An introduction to project management principles, concepts, and software applications and an exploration of project management applications in introductory project situations. Project management is examined in terms of practical applications and practices. Appropriate organizational structures, such as collegial and matrix types, are described and assessed. Discussion also covers the practical considerations of designing a project management system. Students may receive credit for only one of the following courses: BMGT 487, IFSM 438, or TMGT 430.
BMGT488 Project Management II (3 cr.)
(The second course in the two-course series BMGT 487 - 488.) Prerequisite: BMGT 487. An exploration of project management applications beyond introductory projects. Emphasis is on the application of project management concepts and software applications. Assignments include designing a project management system from beginning to end. Projects depict real-world situations such as production in research, high-technology manufacturing, and engineering firms; information systems implementations, service business and e-commerce projects, consulting practices. Students may receive credit for only one of the following courses: BMGT 488 or TMGT 430.
BMGT491 Exploring the Future (3 cr.)
Prerequisite: BMGT 364. An examination of how to analyze and develop alternate ways of seeing the future. The interactions of population, technology, political and economic systems, values, and leadership are investigated. Discussion covers techniques futurists use, including scenario construction, trend analysis, the futures wheel, and environmental scanning. Techniques are applied in societal, professional, and personal settings. Students may receive credit for only one of the following courses: BEHS 480, BMGT 491, MGMT 398H, TMGT 401, or TMGT 480.
BMGT495 Strategic Management (3 cr.)
(Intended as a final, capstone course to be taken in a student's last 15 credits.) Prerequisites: BMGT 364, FINC 330, and MRKT 310. A study of strategic management that integrates knowledge gained through previous coursework and experience and builds on that conceptual foundation through integrative analysis, practical application, and critical thinking. Emerging issues in business and management are considered. Focus is on the continuous, systematic process of managerial planning, including environmental scanning and the development of plans and strategies to gain competitive advantage. Case studies, projects, and discussion highlight tactical and strategic management issues. Access to spreadsheet software is recommended to analyze case studies and develop strategic planning information, charts, and graphs. Students may receive credit for only one of the following courses: BMGT 495, HMGT 430, MGMT 495, or TMGT 380.
BMGT496 Business Ethics (3 cr.)
A study of the relationship of business ethics and social responsibility in both domestic and global settings. Ethical and moral considerations of corporate conduct, social responsibilities, policies, and strategies are explored. Emphasis is on the definition, scope, application, and analysis of ethical values as they relate to issues of public consequence in the context of the functional areas of business at both the domestic and global levels.
BMGT497 Implementing Business Strategy (3 cr.)
Prerequisites: ACCT 221 (or ACCT 301) and BMGT 364. A study of the implementation and management of business strategy. Focus is on linkages among and management of organizational, cross-departmental, and individual initiatives to execute strategies and achieve business objectives. Current performance is analyzed to determine how to develop process measures for customer service, growth, and profitability in setting targets for future performance. Students may receive credit for only one of the following courses: BMGT 497, BMGT 498M, or MGMT 498M.
BMGT498F Environmental Management and Business (3 cr.)
Examination and analysis of salient environmental issues and their impact on business management and institutional policies and strategies in both domestic and global settings. Topics include air- and water-quality controls, toxic substances, hazardous waste, energy and natural resources, deforestation, biological diversity, global warming, and ozone depletion. These issues are examined from the perspectives of ecology, ethics, the law, and public policy. The implications of sociopolitical and economic issues (e.g., population, poverty, trade, business growth, sustainable development, and competitiveness) on the environment are also discussed. Students may receive credit for only one of the following courses: BMGT 498F or MGMT 498F.
BMGT498L International Business Contract Management (3 cr.)
Prerequisite: BMGT 392. An overview of the procedures for establishing various enterprises and contractual arrangements outside the United States. Applicable national and international standards and policies are explored. Focus is on "turnkey" projects for goods and services and distributor agreements for products. Topics include agency, teaming, and nondisclosure agreements to foster gloabl business transactions. Areas of international agreement (such as international arbitration boards; banking procedures, letters of credit, and financing) and differences between civil codes and common law regarding equity and damages are considered. Students may receive credit for only one of the following courses: BMGT 498L or MGMT 498L.
BMGT498N Marketing for Nonprofit Organizations (3 cr.)
Prerequisite: MRKT 310. An in-depth analysis of marketing principles and practices in the nonprofit sector. Comparisons and contrasts with private-sector marketing are discussed. Focus is on pricing strategies, promotion techniques, stakeholders as market segments, and the dual role of marketing in obtaining financial and human resources and developing programs and services to meet the organization's mission. Contemporary issues facing nonprofit organizations (such as corporate sponsorships, cause-related marketing, and other nontraditional sources of revenue) are explored. The role of volunteers in the organization's marketing effort is also discussed. Students may receive credit for only one of the following courses: BMGT 398B or BMGT 498N.
BMGT498Q Financial Analysis (3 cr.)
(For students with general business interests, as well as those majoring or minoring in accounting or finance.) Prerequisite: ACCT 221. An analysis and interpretation of financial statements directed at the decision-making needs of managers, stockholders, and creditors. Topics include assessment of business performance, projection of financial requirements, analysis of capital investment decisions and financing choices, risk assessment, and valuation.
BMGT498R Multinational Management (3 cr.)
An examination and analysis of multinational management functions and processes (including planning, organizing, leading, and controlling) across national cultures and borders and in globally diverse transnational environments and organizations. Topics include cross-cultural strategic planning, organizational design and structures; cross-cultural leadership, decision making, motivation, communication, and business practices; headquarters-subsidiary control relationships; international staffing, employee relations and human resource management; and cross-national ethics and social responsibility.
BMGT498S Global Commerce (3 cr.)
An examination and analysis of global commerce involving the flow of goods and services among nations and the use of e-commerce in the transactional process. Major topics include international trade policy and structure; export-import strategies; documentary sales transactions and standard International commercial terms; commercial financing, letters of credit, and transnational banking; technology transfer; transportation logistics; global e-commerce; and current policy issues.