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  Catalog  —  Course Descriptions  —  Business + Innovation  —  Management

Management

Introduction to Business

MGMT100

This course examines the social, legal, ethical, economic and political interactions of business and society in the United States and internationally. Business and non-business majors learn about the relationship and impact of business to society in which they are citizens, consumers, and producers.

3 credits
Prerequisite: None
Corequisite: None

Introduction to Business (Honors section)

MGMT100H

This course examines the social, legal, ethical, economic and political interactions of business and society in the United States and internationally. Business and non-business majors learn about the relationship and impact of business to society in which they are citizens, consumers, and producers.

3 credits
Prerequisite: Admission to the Honors@Bucks program
Corequisite: None

Introduction to Business (Paired Section)

MGMT100P

This course examines the social, legal, ethical, economic and political interactions of business and society in the United States and internationally. Business and non-business majors learn about the relationship and impact of business to society in which they are citizens, consumers, and producers.

3 credits
Prerequisite: None
Corequisite: None

Business Skills for Artists

MGMT102

This course explores business-related considerations that facilitate successful careers as artists in today's complex business environment. It promotes application of the entrepreneurial mindset to topics of career development, legal considerations, personal and product marketing, and financial planning.

3 credits
Prerequisite: None
Corequisite: None

Small Business Management

MGMT110

This course reviews considerations in establishing and managing a small business venture in today's complex business environment. It promotes application of the entrepreneurial mindset to issues of management, operations and control. Also reviewed are legal forms of ownership, financial planning and resources, ethical issues, and the importance of social responsibility.

3 credits
Prerequisite: None
Corequisite: None

Business Mathematics

MGMT120

This course applies students' interpretation of basic mathematical concepts to common business usage covering such topics as percentages, interest, trade, bank and cash discounts, payroll, time value of money, and business loans.

3 credits
Prerequisite: Math Placement Test score of 5 or better or MATH095 (C or better)
Corequisite: None

Introduction to Business Analytics

MGMT122

This course is an introduction to business analytics including the fundamental concepts and tools needed to understand how organizations can make better-informed business decisions. Topics include various industries using data analysis and related professional roles. Emphasis is placed on applications, concepts, and the interpretations and communication of results.

3 credits
Prerequisite: MGMT100 or
Corequisite: MGMT100

Business Law

MGMT130

This course examines the fundamentals of Business Law, the legal process and environment within which individuals and business operate, and the relationship of law, business, and the individual. Topics include the basic elements of a contract, the Uniform Commercial Code, and provision on sales and negotiable instruments.

3 credits
Prerequisite: None
Corequisite: None

Business Communication (formerly OADM110)

MGMT135

The strategies and techniques of writing letters, memos, and reports are emphasized. Students will develop and refine these skills through assignments that include positive letters, negative letters, and other types of business messages. An analytical business report is assigned to apply principles for writing a business research report.

3 credits
Prerequisite: Writing Placement score of 6 or better or COMP107 (C or better)
Corequisite: None

Supervision

MGMT140

This course investigates the roles and functions of the first-level supervisor in industrial, business, and institutional settings, both profit and non-profit. It reviews supervisory practices that relate directly to general issues and problems of managers at the first level and emphasizes the management of human relations from a supervisory perspective.

3 credits
Prerequisite: None
Corequisite: None

Negotiation and Conflict Resolution

MGMT145

This course introduces students to negotiation and conflict resolution in a variety of settings. Students develop a foundational understanding of conflict theory, followed by negotiation and dispute resolution. This course is designed to enhance students’ negotiation/conflict resolution skills through various exercises, activities, role plays, and self-assessments.

3 credits
Prerequisite: None

Introduction to Entrepreneurship

MGMT155

This course focuses on understanding basic entrepreneurial concepts, the entrepreneurial mindset, and developing entrepreneurial skills through hands-on learning. The course emphasizes the entrepreneurial process and the application of this process to a broad range of business contexts. The course also addresses creativity, securing resources, team building, communication, and leadership.

3 credits
Prerequisite: None
Corequisite: None

Insurance and Risk Management

MGMT160

The course covers the risks that are faced by an individual or firm and the various methods for their treatment. Methods of treatment include, but are not limited to, insurance, loss prevention, suretyship, simple retention, and self-insurance. Topics include personal and business insurance.

3 credits
Prerequisite: None
Corequisite: None

Professional Development (formerly OADM190)

MGMT175

Students study the various factors that contribute to successful professional growth and development with emphasis on business ethics, business and professional etiquette, presentation skills, human relations, international business customs, and the job search and interview process. Each student develops a professional growth plan.

3 credits
Prerequisite: None
Corequisite: None

Legal Environment of Business

MGMT180

This course examines the various classifications of the law and the rights and responsibilities imposed on the business community by our legal system. It introduces students to the evolutionary process of the legal system and its impact on the individual, business environment, and upon society as a whole.

3 credits
Prerequisite: None
Corequisite: None

Business Finance

MGMT190

This course focuses on a firm's financial goals and decisions to maximize shareholders' wealth. It examines financial concepts and analytical techniques, financial performance, time value of money, measurement of risk and return, capital budgeting, capital structure, short-term financial planning, working capital management, and international finance.

3 credits
Prerequisite: None
Corequisite: None

Organizational Behavior

MGMT200

This course examines the nature of individual and group employee behavior in a work environment and how it affects organizational performance. Psychological principles explain how and why people act as they do. It includes an emphasis on the use of theories as conceptual tools for analyzing and solving personnel problems.

3 credits
Prerequisite: MGMT100 (C or better) or MGMT110 (C or better) or Permission of the Department of Business Studies
Corequisite: None

Production and Operations Management

MGMT220

This course reviews the management of operations in manufacturing, service, and government organizations. Topics include a review of the activities and responsibilities of operations management, the tools and techniques available to assist in running the operation, and the factors considered in the design of the system.

3 credits
Prerequisite: MGMT100 or MGMT110 or permission of the Department of Business Studies
Corequisite: None

Principles of Management

MGMT230

This course presents the principles, techniques, and concepts needed for managerial analysis and decision-making. It highlights the effective management of planning, organizing, influencing, and controlling related to the internal and external environment and issues of ethics and social responsibility. It emphasizes a variety of communication skills.

3 credits
Prerequisite: MGMT100 (C or better) or MGMT110 (C or better) or Permission of the Department of Business Studies
Corequisite: None

Human Resource Management

MGMT250

This course examines the policies and practices used by human resource management staff to build and maintain an effective work force. Topics include human resource planning, job analysis, recruitment, selection, performance appraisal, manpower development, compensation, and labor relations.

3 credits
Prerequisite: MGMT100 (C or better) or MGMT110 (C or better) or Permission of the Department of Business Studies
Corequisite: None

Management Internship

MGMT280

Students participate in an on-the-job experience and observation in a field directly related to their academic preparation and career objectives in business management. Students review actual experience and observation in the light of theory and skills learned academically with a College Coordinator.

3 credits
Prerequisite: 24 college credits, a GPA of 2.5 earned in courses by the Department of Business Studies and permission of the Department of Business Studies
Corequisite: None

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