Department of Management and Marketing

MGMT 5080. Independent Study. 1-3 Hours.

Students pursue independent study on a topic for which a course is not assigned, under the supervision of faculty. The rigor of the course must be at a graduate level, and the topic and scope of the course may be determined with the agreement of the Instructor. Variable credit: 1-3. Course Equivalents: MGMT 5380
Prerequisite: Graduate Standing.

MGMT 5085. Special Topic. 1-3 Hours.

Students explore new management topics and concepts in a structured course setting. Variable credit (1-3). Course Equivalents: MGMT 5385
Prerequisite: As determined by the Instructor.

MGMT 5335. Services Management and Marketing. 3 Hours.

Students identify the scope of the management and marketing of service businesses, and the service component of all businesses. The focus is on the special characteristics of services, and the challenges in designing and managing all aspects of services towards attaining the organization’s goals.
Prerequisite: Graduate standing.

MGMT 5345. Seminar In Team Leadership. 3 Hours.

Students examine theories and applications from the behavioral sciences as they relate to understanding, predicting, and managing individual and group behavior in organizational settings. The course may covers organizational behavior frameworks used to enhance managerial and team performance, with an emphasis on leadership, followership, team dynamics, communication, conflict, and ethics.
Prerequisite: Graduate standing.

MGMT 5355. Seminar in Human Resource Management. 3 Hours.

Students explore relevant background literature, fundamental principles, technical tools and/or case studies to develop proficiency for future independent learning and research in human resource management. Areas covered may include employee recruitment and selection, human resource development, labor relations, wage and salary administration, and employee services.
Prerequisite: Graduate standing.

MGMT 5360. Staffing Organizations. 3 Hours.

Students explore advanced practices and processes involved in selecting and evaluating human resources in an organizational setting, and examine internal and external factors that influence the strategic nature and effectiveness of these practices. Topics may include human resource planning, job analysis, recruitment and selection methods, measurement, performance management, retention management, and the employment contract.
Prerequisite: MGMT 5355.

MGMT 5365. Seminar In Compensation Management. 3 Hours.

Students learn advanced processes and methods for exploring compensation practices, developing compensation strategies, and managing compensation systems, in general. Topics may include job evaluation methods, pay structures, pay-for-performance plans, employee benefits, legal and global issues, and managing labor costs.
Prerequisite: MGMT 5355.

MGMT 5370. Social Responsibility of Business. 3 Hours.

Students engage in an in-depth study of social responsibility of business in the context of frameworks of morality, ethics, and economics, law, and politics. Case studies are used to familiarize students with the literature in social responsibility, and students are required to perform independent analyses of current events to understand the reasoning behind business decisions related to social responsibility.

MGMT 5390. Seminar in Strategic Management and Policy. 3 Hours.

Students learn advanced principles and methods used in the strategic management of organizations. The primary focus is the evaluation of external environmental factors and internal organizational strengths and weaknesses for formulating strategies for organizations. Readings, simulations, exercises, and/or the case method may be used to further develop the student's executive knowledge, skills, and abilities for future independent learning and success.
Prerequisite: ACCT 5304, BANA 5368, FINC 5310, and MKTG 5330.

MKTG 5080. Independent Study. 1-3 Hours.

Students undertake intensive directed study in a particular area in marketing under the direction of faculty. Variable Credit (1 to 3). Course Equivalents: MKTG 5380
Prerequisite: Approval of Department Chair and Graduate Coordinator.

MKTG 5085. Special Topic. 1-3 Hours.

Graduate students undertake an in-depth exploration of emerging topics and advanced concepts in marketing. Designed to adapt to evolving industry trends and academic interests, the course provides a dynamic learning environment where students engage with contemporary marketing issues through lectures, case studies, and/or applied projects. Topics may vary by term and instructor, allowing for flexibility and topical relevance. Variable credit (1-3). Course Equivalents: MKTG 5385
Prerequisite: Graduate standing and departmental approval.

MKTG 5330. Marketing Management. 3 Hours.

Students recognize the role and value of marketing management strategies as part of broader business goals. Students learn to assess environmental factors, use decision frameworks, develop and evaluate marketing programs, and to apply the elements of a comprehensive marketing plan.
Prerequisite: Graduate Standing.

MKTG 5335. Services Management and Marketing. 3 Hours.

Students identify the scope of the management and marketing of service businesses, and the service component of all businesses. The focus is on the special characteristics of services, and the challenges in designing and managing all aspects of services towards attaining the organization’s goals.
Prerequisite: Graduate standing.