MGT 503 - Management and Behavior in Organizations

The effective management of people is a critical component of organizational competitiveness. This course prepares students to manage organizations and their human capital in a rapidly-changing global environment. Topics covered include leadership; teamwork; power, politics, and influence; how to structure more effective organizations; and, how to manage organizational change. Tying all of these elements together, the course will devote particular attention to the competencies, skills and behaviors that are indicative of good management and how organizations and managers can be transformed for better alignment with the business demands of the future.

Prerequisites & Notes
Term offering cycle: Fall and Spring. Typical yearly cycle: all years.

Credits: 3