Leadership and Management 620
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Introduction to Management (3)
Management is
about the right work done well. Effective management requires development and
implementation of strategy and organizational design in innovative, globally diverse,
and socially responsible organizations resulting in superior growth and
performance. This course introduces key concepts related to the practice of
management in building successful organizations. Topics include: evolution of
management principles, strategic management, organizational design, performance
management, managing innovation and growth, global management, building a
socially responsible organization, managing the diverse organization, and
creating an engaged workforce.
Prerequisite: Any course equal or greater than 21:355:099.
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29:620:302
Management Skills (3)
Focuses on the manager's role in working with and leading others including understanding how people differ; developing proficiencies for working with others through decision-making and communication; enhancing emotional intelligence, motivation, and commitment; and building and leading teams.
Prerequisite: Any course equal or greater than 21:355:099.
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Cross-Cultural Management (3)
This course addresses the challenges and opportunities that people experience in international, multicultural environments. The purpose is to develop students' understanding and behavioral skills relevant to the interaction of different cultures in business and organizational
settings. Uses a variety of methods such as experiential learning, case studies, and hands-on activities in the classroom to assist students in developing their cross-cultural sensitivity and
competence.
Prerequisite: 29:620:301.
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29:620:330
Women Leading in Business (3)
Provides a foundation to develop the leadership skills and career goals as leaders in business organizations. Introduces the core concepts
of leadership and career development with special emphasis on the ways that gender
affects leadership capabilities and effectiveness.
Prerequisite: 29:620:301.
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Management of Human Resources (3)
Engages students in exploring
traditional HR functions (staffing, employee development/training, job
evaluation, compensation, and benefits administration) through the use of
real-world examples. Explores contemporary issues related to the management of
human resources; emphasizes government legislation affecting human resource
functions and the linkage between human resource management and organizational
strategy. Students learn "how to" perform HR functions like writing
policies, interviewing job candidates, and applying government regulations to an
organization's structure.
Prerequisite: 29:620:301.
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29:620:350
Negotiations (3)
Examines the major concepts, theories, and processes of negotiation; analyzes the dynamics of interpersonal and intergroup conflict and its resolution in managerial settings; emphasizes the building and practicing of negotiation skills using role-playing exercises.
Prerequisite: 29:620:301.
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29:620:355
Managing Technological Innovation: In-House Entrepreneurship (3)
Focuses on creating streams of new products or services in established firms by leveraging
science and technology. Topics include: managing multiple innovation teams,
managing research and development and other resources to support streams of new
products, developing a long-term strategic commitment to technological
innovation, and organizing for innovation.
Prerequisite: 29:620:301.
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Effective Leadership Communication (3)
This
course will help develop students' communication skills in both oral and
written format. Attention will be given to both higher-level theoretical
analyses of effective communication (for example, how does persuasion work) and
also interactions on every level (for example, initiating and responding to
difficult conversations). Students will also be instructed in effective writing
techniques (including the need for editing of one's first attempts). Finally, a
theme in the course will be the need to be concise in both spoken and written
language to be most effective.
Prerequisite: 29:620:302.
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29:620:368
International Business (3)
This
course examines the distinctive circumstances of management arising from the
conduct of business in more than one country. It presents a broad survey of
different facets of international business environment including international
trading system, the world trade organization, international monetary system,
regional trading blocs such as the European Union, and home and host country
policies in international investments. Additionally, students learn theoretical
and practical aspects of multinational corporations operating in an
international environment, problems and risks that may be encountered, and
various bases for profitable operations.
Prerequisite: 29:620:301.
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29:620:370
Managing Diversity in Organizations (3)
As the workforce, organizations, and the business environment become
more diverse and global, being able to work effectively with people who do not
share your background, experiences, or self-identification is an important
management skill that will have effects on both your employer and on your own
career prospects. The purpose of this course is to understand and practice
management skills that support a commitment to diversity and inclusion.
Prerequisite: 29:620:301.
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Organizational Design and Change (3)
Describes major perspectives on organizational structures, processes, and culture, and examines models of organizational change; introduces methodologies that facilitate creativity and change at the individual, group, and organizational levels.
Prerequisite: 29:620:301.
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Global Management and Strategy (3)
This course focuses on the
strategic and organizational challenges that multinational enterprises (MNEs)
face. You will learn what business executives and managers in MNEs - regardless
of their functional area (e.g., manufacturing, marketing, R&D, etc.) - need
to know and do in order to be effective in managing today's MNEs. The course
addresses the creation of competitive advantage in the multinational firm as
well as the complexities of managing a multinational firm. Examines the nature
of global industries and global competition to assist managers in understanding
how to create and administer a successful global strategy.
Prerequisite: 29:620:368.
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29:620:410
Executive Leadership (3)
Covers the role of leaders and leadership
in achieving organizational goals at different levels of analysis, including
the individual, dyad, teams, and at a strategic level; how to work effectively
with and through other people to develop a shared vision and accomplish
organizational goals; and how to lead change and take initiative to improve
organizational outcomes. In addition, students in the course will work on the
self-transformation process that will enable them to make the transition to
being a leader and to leading effectively in a diverse and global environment.
Prerequisites: 29:620:301 and 302.
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Business Policy and Strategy (3)
This capstone
course deals with formulating and implementing strategies that help firms to
achieve competitive advantage and superior performance. Topics
include business-level strategies, analysis of the competitive environment,
internal analysis, strategy formulation, corporate strategy, mergers and acquisitions,
strategic alliances, and corporate restructuring.
Prerequisites: 29:010:204, 29:390:329, 29:620:301, 29:630:301, and senior status.
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29:620:430
Team Building and Group Processes (3)
Examines the skills needed to successfully manage teams in organizations. Utilizes
exercises, role-plays, case analyses, and discussions to establish skills.
Skills examined and practiced include team building, conflict management,
decision-making, and strategic thinking.
Prerequisite: 29:620:301.
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Global Experience Courses (e.g., Doing Business in South Africa, China, India, Israel, etc.) (3)
This course will provide you a comprehensive and
hands-on understanding of doing business in a particular country. The course
features a study trip to a foreign country for 8-10 days, which is supplemented
by in class meetings and online exercises. By taking this course, you should be
able to develop a deep understanding of the social, economic, cultural, and
political environment of the chosen country, the market dynamics, competitive
landscape, and consumer behavior, and various other country-specific issues such
as the interaction between business, society, NGOs, and the government.
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29:620:487
Management Consulting (3)
Develops management consulting skills by examining the best practices for internal and external consultants to introduce change. The course teaches key aspects of the consulting process including problem assessment and diagnosis, contracting, data collection, analysis, implementation, resistance to change, evaluation, and ethics.
Prerequisite: 29:620:301.
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29:620:491
Management Cooperative Education (6) (BA)
Three credits will count toward management elective credit, and 3 credits will count toward free elective credit.
Internship program for six months (January to June, or June to December) at a participating corporation. Must complete the co-op form and consult with an RBS career management specialist to receive credit. Evaluations by corporate supervisor in the participating organization and an RBS career management specialist determine final grade in the course.
By arrangement with the Career Development Center and an RBS career management specialist. Prerequisites: 29:010:203, 29:010:204, 29:390:329, 29:620:301, 29:623:220, 29:630:301, and 29:799:301.
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29:620:494
Special Topics: Managing Teams (3)
The course examines the skills needed to successfully manage teams in organizations. It offers students the opportunity to establish their
skills through the use of exercises, role plays, case analyses, and discussions. The skills examined and practiced include team building, conflict management, decision making, and strategic
thinking.
Prerequisite: 29:620:301.
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29:620:496,497
Management Internship (BA)
On-site management position in a corporate or not-for-profit organization. By
arrangement with the Career Development Center and a Rutgers Business School
career management specialist.
By arrangement with the Career Development Center and an RBS career management specialist. Prerequisites: 29:010:203, 29:010:204, 29:390:329, 29:620:301, 29:623:220, 29:630:301, and 29:799:301.
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29:620:498,499
Independent Management Projects (BA)
An individual research and reading program under the guidance of a member of the department.
Prerequisites: Senior status, 12 credits in management.
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Various Management and Global Business Special Topics Courses (3)
The courses offered vary semester by
semester. Sample topics include 26:620:493 Sports Business and 26:620:486 Music Industry.
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