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This course surveys the practical use of managerial concepts and techniques based on contemporary practices. In-depth discussions, practical applications, and case studies are used to examine the managerial function. Emphasis is on planning, organizing, leading, and controlling, with special consideration being given to motivation and conflict.

Students examine essential concepts and techniques for the effective management of human resources in the organization. Topics covered include human resource planning, job analysis compensation and benefits, performance appraisals, motivation, quality of work life and career development.

This course explores theories of labor relations. It focuses on the development of the American Labor Movement, strategies and tactics of collective bargaining, preparing for negotiations, the dynamics of negotiating, and the administration of the agreement.

This course examines elements of rational and objective compensation systems, including the economic and behavioral theories underlying modern compensation systems. Wage and salary administration, job evaluation, and rating and wage surveys are explored. Current federal and state legislation relating to wages, salaries and employee benefits are also reviewed.

This course provides an introduction to the legal system from a sports-related perspective. It examines the terminology and principles that apply directly to professional and amateur sports. It also identifies and analyzes the impact of legal issues and how sports organizations can limit liability.

This course is designed to provide an overview of ethical dilemmas faced by today's businesses, as well as, college and professional athletics. Through case analysis, multi-media, and discussion, the class takes a thorough review of financial trends, academic recruitment violations, legislation and reform affecting sport and the economy.

In this course, students develop the knowledge and skills to work successfully in a project environment and to accomplish project objectives. It outfits students with essential skills they need to make effective contributions and to have immediate impact on the accomplishments of projects in which they are involved. This course trains students to succeed on interdisciplinary and cross-functional teams, and sends students into the workforce with marketable skills. Microsoft (MS) Project software is used in conjunction with this course.

This course gives an overview of human resource development (HRD) and how different training and activities can be aligned with the goals and challenges facing different organizations. Students examine adult learning and motivation, theories of motivation, needs assessment, program design, development and implementation, program evaluation, and career development are discussed.

This course examines the process of selection in today's modern business organizations. The students are involved in analyzing methods of recruitment in order to procure a qualified pool of candidates from which a selection is made. Discussions focus on the legal environment that affects selection, along with the specific steps necessary to build the selection program. This course gives students a complete presentation of the selection process, starting with recruitment, and shows the methodology and issues that often arise.

This course equips students with the tools and strategies necessary for effectively managing a diverse workforce while increasing productivity and reducing the volume of discrimination complaints. This course examines managing diversity, cross-cultural communication, diversity, and illegal workplace discrimination. Students also gain an understanding of the difference between cultural diversity and affirmative action, and the consequences of ignoring cultural diversity.

This course focuses on the challenges of managing a small entrepreneurial business firm. The course discusses the theory and practical considerations of starting, growing and sustaining a profitable small business. The course ties together the many considerations facing the business owner including planning, start-up issues, marketing, human resource management, financing, daily operations, and legal concerns.

This course provides an intensive hands-on approach to inspire and further develop students’ creative and innovative skills as they apply to everyday business experiences. By involving the students in the theoretical framework of innovation as well as hands-on experience through creative processes, they are able to enhance their business careers.

This course provides an in-depth analysis of the business aspects of media and entertainment and explores how society influences these industries.

In this course, students develop a familiarity with entertainment law contracts and an understanding of basic legal principles, with an emphasis on how to safeguard interests. Topics include: deal making, negotiating, litigation, intellectual property, royalties, unions and guilds, and arbitration. Students analyze various types of entertainment contracts, licensing agreements, and commercial endorsements.

This course introduces students to the practice of management principles in the context of a public governmental agency or a not-for-profit organization. The course focuses on managing and governing non-profit/public organizations by exploring related theories, concepts, and real-world examples. Practices of strategic management, funding, and the management of multiple constituencies are also introduced.

This challenging and exciting capstone course for the Associate Degree in Business Administration integrates a student's knowledge of coursework with a practical understanding of the critical business workforces, readiness skills, and administrative professionalism that students must possess to secure an entry-level position that leads to a career in management. Students master business communication skills, resume and cover letter preparation, proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, and job search and networking skills, as well as the refinement of the required soft skills. Students create a career portfolio that includes samples of students' work to be used as visual representation of students' abilities, skills, knowledge, and professionalism. *Online students are required to have webcam and microphone technology.

This course provides students with the opportunity to apply classroom theory in actual work settings in paid and non-paid supervised positions. Requires a minimum of 120 hours of work, plus tutorial sessions that include discussions of topics related to matters on the job and career exploration.

This course provides students with the opportunity to apply classroom theory in actual work settings in paid and non-paid supervised positions. Requires a minimum of 120 hours of work, plus tutorial sessions that include discussions of topics related to matters on the job and career exploration.