The Bachelor of Science degree with a major in Management is an academic program designed for the working professional employed in a business or public organization.
This program stresses skill development in the areas of management, decision-making, organizational behavior, and negotiation and conflict resolution.
The curriculum will be completed in the order established by Indiana Wesleyan University. Indiana Wesleyan University reserves the right to modify the curriculum as necessary.
The same courses offered in the classroom setting are also offered via the Internet. Details are available at http://www.IWUOnline.com.
Students in this program are required to demonstrate proficiency in the area of accounting prior to taking MGT-412 Financial Planning and Control Systems by successfully completing one of the following options:
ADM-201 Principles of Self-Management 2
This course will focus on group interaction skills and the management of individual and professional priorities. Some of the areas covered will include behavioral style analysis, communication processes within groups, versatility in dealing with supervisors and subordinates, goal setting, prioritizing, and time-management. (Students may not transfer in a course to fulfill this requirement.)
MGT-302 Management and Leadership 3
A study of the techniques of management and leadership and their application to the development of improved managerial effectiveness.
MGT-205 Professional Communication 3
The importance of professionalism in all types of communication will be stressed. In addition to speaking and writing skills, special emphasis will be placed on listening skills, interpersonal communication, and presentation skills.
ADM-316 Computers and Information Processing 3
An introduction to the equipment, techniques, and concepts of information systems processing. Emphasis has been placed on the components of information processing systems and the part each plays in the processing of data.
MGT-450 Negotiation/Conflict Resolution 3
Using simulation, case studies, and fieldwork assignments, this course focuses on the development of the communication and management skills essential for successfully resolving conflict situations involving both labor and management practices, and the structural dysfunctions of organizations.
MGT-432 Organizational Behavior 3
A study of organizational theory and application. The managerial functions of planning, controlling, staffing, directing, and motivating are explored in the contexts of both individual and group behavior.
MGT-435 Personnel Management 3
The development of policies and techniques necessary to ensure effective management within complex organizations. Civil Service regulations, unions in the public and private sectors, and organizational training and development will be examined.
MGT-425 Issues in Ethics 3
A study of representative ethical theories as they relate to various contemporary problems in management (business). Special consideration will be given to the application of Christian ethical principles to values clarification and decision-making in the business world.
MGT-421 Strategies in Marketing Management 3
An integrated analysis of the role of marketing within the organization. An examination will be made of the factors affecting consumer behavior, the development of marketing strategies, and the recognition of marketing variables.
BUS-220P Managerial Accounting Prerequisite 0
This not-for-credit course is offered in a shortened and less in-depth manner. It is a basic course in accounting including an emphasis on understanding how systems work, analysis of transactions, journals, ledgers, and financial statements. Must complete with a grade of "CR" in order to proceed to MGT-412.
MGT-412 Financial Planning and Control Systems 3
The analysis of managerial planning and control systems with emphasis on the development and administration of the budget and financial support systems.
MGT-441 Philosophy of Corporate Culture 3
A capstone study of the philosophical assumptions upon which American business and management are based. The course defines corporate culture as a contemporary phenomenon distinguishable from the historical roots of traditional labor and management.
MGT-460 International Issues in Business 3
A study of the issues created by the internationalization of markets and competition for both small proprietorships and large corporations. Included will be discussion of problems in establishing overseas markets, financing production abroad, legal restrictions, cross-cultural interactions, foreign and domestic tax complications, and theories of world trade.
MGT-490 Human Resources Development 2
This course will emphasize the importance of training and development in organizations. The primary issues involved in developing curriculum and implementing a training program will be studied and discussed. Students will also be challenged to establish their own "curriculum" for personal development and lifelong learning.
ADM-495 Seminar in Business 3
This capstone course in business management is designed to integrate the content of the core courses into an applied management framework. Elements of this course include decision-making in a wide variety of areas based on advanced level case analyses. Substantial reading of various managerial perspectives and applications of those perspectives to the student's work setting is required.