Management (MGTU)

MGTU 301 Principles of Management

This course examines the general systems theory; evolution of management theory; and interpersonal behavior in business organizations. Specific topics include motivation, leadership, value attitudes and organizational development. 3 credits.

MGTU 308 Legal Environment of Business

This course is designed to provide business students with foundational knowledge about the legal and regulatory environment in which US businesses operate. Students will be tasked to (1) apply principles of law to different scenarios and real-world cases; (2) reflect on the legal and ethical side of business decisions and express their ideas through verbal, oral and visual communication; and (3) develop a recommendations report on a business case. 3 credits.

MGTU 314 Operations Management

Prerequisite: BUSU249.

Operations management focuses on the systematic planning, design, and operation of all processes required to produce goods and deliver services. Thus, operations management spans almost all the real value-added activities of an organization including product and process design, customer order management, production, and service delivery. 3 credits.

MGTU 320 Strategies Across the Supply Chain

Strategic management of supply chains is presented in this course with emphasis on the topics of supply chain capabilities, risk management, CSR principles, collaborative innovation, strategic sourcing, logistics strategy, and value network management. The concept of responsive or efficient supply chain design is developed, to prepare students for management challenges in a wide range of industries. 3 credits.

MGTU 321 Project Management and Supply Chain Leadership

Design of supply chain processes is presented in this course with emphasis on cross functional project management, management of supply chain processes, procurement management, logistics system design, risk management, performance management, analysis and improvement. Definitions and metrics are developed for success in driving continuous improvement in supply chain systems. 3 credits.

MGTU 406 Global Environment of Business

Introduces the unique but fundamental aspects of the global economy, including the economic and political aspects of international trade and investment, the global monetary system, and emphasizes the study of cultural traditions other than one’s own. Import- export, trade and foreign direct investments, and business strategies are explored. 3 credits.

MGTU 411 Foundations in Artificial Intelligence

This course introduces foundational AI concepts and focuses on their application in organizations with an emphasis on predictive analytics, natural language processing, and intelligent automation. Students will develop critical decision-making and management skills to integrate AI tools effectively into strategic planning, operations, and innovation. 3 credits.

MGTU 450 Strategic Management

Formulation and implementation of strategies for both single-business and diversified firms operating in domestic or international contexts. Topics include the analysis of the remote, industry, and operating environments, the analysis of the internal firm resources, competencies and competitive advantages and weakness, the issues of outsourcing, mergers, acquisitions and joint ventures, and the integration of functional and behavioral knowledge in the formulation and implementation of firm strategies and tactics. 3 credits.