An international business course is a course that focuses on the business and management aspects of operating in an international context. It covers a range of topics related to cross-border trade, international business strategies, and the cultural and political environments in which international businesses operate.
This course will review the issues involved in conducting business in the international arena including the business environment, global public relations strategies, organizational behavior, international human resources, ethics, social responsibility, law, and information technology. This is a 4-credit-hour course and is allotted 6 weeks of time.
The course “Culture Issues in Management” will examine the relationship between culture and management, with an emphasis on workplace culture. We will discuss how culture affects the management of employees, including hiring and firing practices, compensation, and company policies. We will also discuss how this information can be used to improve a company’s bottom line by optimizing its employee retention rate.
This course provides an intellectual and experiential forum for developing the interpersonal-intercultural communication and interaction skills necessary for international managers and travelers. In a globalized world characterized by the integration of business and markets, as well as the increasing flow of people and capital around the world, the ability to work, manage and to communicate in culturally diverse settings has become an invaluable asset for college graduates of all majors and fields of personal and professional interests. This is a 4-credit-hour course and is allotted 6 weeks of time.
This course is designed to give you a comprehensive overview of the human resources field, including how it has evolved over time, and how it is currently practiced in many organizations. You will learn about the different types of job positions that are available in the field and how they can be applied to real-world situations. You will also learn about how HR professionals go about their everyday tasks, including how they handle employee relations issues, hiring practices, training programs, performance evaluations and more. Finally, you’ll get an introduction to some of the legal aspects of HR management so that you can understand what’s required by law when conducting business activities related to HR tasks.
This advanced course is designed for HR professionals who wish to make an effective contribution at a strategic level in today’s rapidly changing organizations, internally or as external consultants. Students will integrate the knowledge gained through previous coursework and experience and build on that conceptual foundation. Emerging issues in human resource management will be discussed. Advanced HR management skills such as consultation skills, coaching, change management, and facilitation skills will be explored and practiced. Students will learn how to safeguard their organization’s bottom-line by acquiring the high-level skills needed to excel as an HR leader. This is a 4-credit-hour course and is allotted 6 weeks of time.
This course is designed to provide students with a broad overview of the field of managerial economics. Students will be introduced to the basic concepts and models in this field, including those related to production, pricing, marketing decisions, resource allocation, and investment decisions. The course will also cover topics related to global economic competition and international trade.
This course will review various ways in which microeconomic principles and quantitative tools can be used to aid managers in making sound decisions. Topics include forecasting consumer demand, production and cost analysis, optimal pricing and production decisions, sensitivity analysis, and capital budgeting. This is a 4-credit-hour course and is allotted 6 weeks of time.
The course is designed to give you the skills needed to work effectively in the global operations environment. It will provide you with an understanding of how to integrate strategy and operations, as well as how to manage supply chains and make decisions that take into account international laws and customs.
You will learn about:
– International business practices, including culture differences and issues related to human resource management
– How to make decisions that take into account international laws and customs
This is a comprehensive course that addresses the acquisition, transformation, and distribution of goods and services within the global supply chain. Students will learn about tools and techniques for managing quality, as well as develop abilities to structure and solve operations-related problems. The course will present concepts, tools, and strategies used to design and manage operations in global contexts. This is a 4-credit-hour course and is allotted 6 weeks of time.
What Will Learn?
Strategic management is the process of developing and executing strategies that are aligned with the organization’s vision and mission. In this course, you will learn the theories and practices that can help you develop an effective strategy.
In this course, you will complete an online simulation called “Bert’s Bikes” after which we will discuss how to apply what you have learned to your own organization or community. The simulation consists of three parts: 1) understanding your situation; 2) defining your goals; and 3) creating a plan of action. Your instructor will guide you through each step of the simulation by providing detailed instructions and answering questions when necessary.
This course will emphasize strategic analyses, decisions, and actions that organizations take to create sustainable competitive advantages with the consideration of both the internal condition and the external environment. Learn how executives identify and define the necessary tools needed to maintain success. This is a 4-credit-hour course and is allotted 6 weeks of time.
What Will Learn?
Project Management is the process of managing a project from its initiation to completion. The course will introduce you to the basic concepts of project management, covering everything from team building and planning to the implementation and termination of projects.
After completing this course, you will have a comprehensive understanding of how to plan, manage, and control projects in order to deliver results successfully. You will be able to identify and manage project risks, communicate with stakeholders effectively, use tools such as Gantt charts and PERT diagrams to manage tasks effectively, create appropriate budgets for your projects’ needs, and more!
This course provides a systematic and thorough introduction to all aspects of project management. This course emphasizes the importance of understanding the relationship between projects and the strategic goals of the organization. The course also discusses the technical, cultural, and interpersonal skills necessary to successfully manage projects from start to finish. Emphasis is placed on project management as a professional discipline with its own tools, the body of knowledge, and skills. Concepts are reinforced by case studies covering a wide variety of project types and industries. This is a 4-credit-hour course and is allotted 6 weeks of time.
What Will Learn?
This course covers all of the essential components of conducting research and collecting data for the purpose of completing a dissertation. It will focus on the following areas:
The importance of data collection and its relation to research
The types of data that can be collected, how they are collected, and how they can be used
How to use qualitative and quantitative data in your dissertation
The elements of a good survey design
This course emphasizes the conceptualization of research design, the selection of study design and information-gathering and analytical strategies. As part of the course, each student will begin preliminary steps in the Dissertation Project. The course will involve a series of assignments where students develop and use study designs and data collection methodologies to help develop information that is potentially useful in defining a research topic and in writing a research proposal on that topic. This is a 4-credit-hour course and is allotted 6 weeks of time.
What Will Learn?
This course is a comprehensive and intensive introduction to the research process. It includes the following components:
Literature Review
Dissertation Research
Dissertation Proposal
Dissertation Project
This course is designed to assist students in the preparation of their dissertation research proposal. Students will submit an acceptable draft of the first three chapters of their dissertation proposal by the end of the course. This is a 4-credit-hour course and is allotted 6 weeks of time.
What Will Learn?
This course is designed to give you the tools you need to conduct a thorough analysis of your dissertation and prepare for your defense.
The first section of this course will focus on how to analyze your dissertation in terms of content, form, and style. In order to get started, we will first take a look at the process of writing a dissertation and what it entails. We’ll then discuss the different parts of your dissertation and how they are organized. Next, you’ll learn about some common problems that can occur when writing or revising dissertations. Finally, we’ll discuss how to assess whether or not your dissertation is ready to be defended.
The second section of this course will focus on preparing for your defense by providing tips on how best to prepare for it mentally and physically. First, we’ll talk about what happens during an oral defense and what kinds of questions are asked during one so that you know what’s coming next. Next we’ll talk about how to prepare yourself mentally by getting enough sleep before an oral defense and understanding how anxiety may affect your performance in an oral defense situation so that you can manage stress levels accordingly during these intense moments! Lastly
All students in the Doctor of Business program must complete a project proposal for their doctoral project. Proposals must be completed and approved by the instructor before the submission of any doctoral project. All proposals must be in 3 weeks after starting the course. Students have 12 weeks or 2 semesters to complete their doctoral projects. Extensions are granted on an individual basis. This is an 8-credit-hour course and is allotted 12 weeks of time.
