This course is an overview of the functions and processes of business organizations. Topics include the roles and responsibilities of the manager, managing business ethics and social responsibility, competing in a global environment, organizational structure and authority, and managing diversity, change, communication and innovation.

This course introduces the role of the entrepreneur in identifying opportunities, seeking funding and other resources, and managing the formation and sustainability of the new venture. Emphasis will be placed on understanding the development process from idea generation to realization of a product or service by creating a business plan.

The purpose of this course is to provide students with the tools to understand and analyze behaviors of individuals, groups and the organization itself. Through class discussions, assignments and case analysis, students will determine the impact of the behaviors on the organization. Students will then determine how the organization can be managed more effectively to enhance employees work experiences while maintaining organizational success. Students will exit the course with a clearer understanding of how to create and maintain a productive work environment that will help organizations perform more effectively.

This course will provide students with the opportunity to explore entrepreneurship and small business operations. Students will be given the opportunity to learn key principles and practices necessary to succeed in the launch and management of a small business. Topics include entrepreneurial personality, opportunity recognition, customer discovery, business strategy development, financing a small business, legal considerations, financial management, human resource management, effective leadership, marketing strategies, and customer service excellence.