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MG336 Human Resource Management 3 credits
The course centers upon utilizing and managing human resources by effective integration of personal goals
and organizational goals. Topics include motivation, job attitudes, job performance, appraisal, recruitment,
selection, training, and compensation (salary and fringe benefits). Prerequisites: M145 and MG219.
MG337 Sport Project Management 3 credits
This course examines the project management framework and introduces key terms used in project
management. This course will explore the dimensions and elements of project management; concepts,
methodologies, strategies, and structures. Upon completion of the course, the student is able to apply
project management techniques to develop timelines, network diagrams, and critical path analysis.
During the semester, the student has the opportunity to work on a project of his/her own where he/she
is able to demonstrate understanding of the course objectives. Although the course is taught using a
sport theme, student projects can be completed using a wide variety of industries. Prerequisite: MG219.
MG409 Production and Operations Management 3 credits
This course presents the quantitative or management science approach to management. Topics
which may be included are quality control, forecasting, inventory management, resource allocation,
work design, scheduling, project management and control, and facility design and location. Current
techniques and tools are examined and used. Prerequisites: BU215, M145 and MG219.
MG410 International Management 3 credits
This course investigates business management in the international arena. Emphasis is placed on how
managers in multinational organizations address such issues as strategic analysis, organizational
structure, global coordination and control, communications, inter-organizational cooperation, and
human resource management. Prerequisites: BU285 and MG219.
MG465 Seminar: Advanced Entrepreneurship 3 credits
This final course in the entrepreneurship major is designed to develop students’ expertise in small
business entrepreneurship through a combination of cases, articles, assignments and classroom
discussion and debate. Prerequisite: MG315.
MG466-474 Special Topics in Management
1-3 credits
The topics for these courses vary according to the needs and interests of students. Topics may include
personal productivity, corporate infrastructure, and advanced topics in human resource management.
MG496/497 Internship: Management
1-17 credits
An opportunity for qualified juniors or seniors to participate in a field experience under the guidance
and supervision of competent professionals.
MK217 Principles of Marketing 3 credits
This beginning course in marketing develops an understanding of the marketing function and its
central importance to the business organization. Attention is paid to a variety of marketing topics
including products, channels and distribution, pricing, promotion, buyer behavior, and ethical issues in
marketing. Prerequisite: mathematics competency.
MK333 Sport Marketing 3 credits
The course provides a strategic business perspective of sport and entertainment marketing. It includes
the essentials of sport marketing including research, segmentation, product development, pricing,
licensing, sponsorship, and communication channels such as advertising, sales promotion, and publicity.
Prerequisite: MK217.
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