MAN-210 Principles of Management

This course introduces students to the theory and practice of organizational management. The emphasis of the course is to help students develop the skills and knowledge needed to successfully manage an organization. This course is especially relevant to those who are currently serving in, or aspire to be promoted to, supervisory and managerial positions within private, public, or federal sector organizations. To achieve this outcome, the course explores management from the perspective of planning, organizing, controlling, leading, and staff development. Specific topics addressed include leadership, teamwork, motivating employees, decision making, conflict, organizational culture and structure, stakeholder management, business and corporate strategy, change management, and business ethics. Students will examine management as a function of controlling organizational resources for the purpose of achieving organizational goals and explore management's role in the efficient and effective use of resources.

Advisory: Students who completed MAN-301: Principles of Management at Thomas Edison State University before August of 2018 should not take this course, as credit will not be awarded for both courses.

Study Methods:

e-Pack® (MAN-210-EP):
(e-Pack® courses are not included in Zero Textbook Cost options)

Feb 2023,  Mar 2023,  Apr 2023,  May 2023,  Jun 2023

Online Courses (MAN-210-OL):

Feb 2023,  Mar 2023,  Apr 2023,  May 2023,  Jun 2023

Credits: 3

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LDR-305 Foundations of Leadership

Employees perceive some managers as difficult to work for and feel like they don't really "get it." Other individuals in management roles are so incredible they earn the respect and support of everyone who works for them. What makes some leaders flop and others shine? In today's world, there is a growing awareness of the need for effective leadership throughout organizations, communities, educational institutions, nonprofits, and government. In this course, students analyze major theories and models of leadership, evaluate the effectiveness of these theories in a practical context, and apply various leadership approaches through a case study format. In addition, students explore, expand, and improve their personal and practical approach to leadership and management for real-world applications.

Study Methods:

Online Courses (LDR-305-OL):

Feb 2023,  Mar 2023,  Apr 2023,  May 2023,  Jun 2023

Credits: 3

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MAN-311 Organizational Behavior

Organizational Behavior provides a framework for understanding and successfully managing the interactions between individuals, groups, and organizations. Topics include the roles of individuals within organizations, group processes and leadership styles, organizational communication, and the impact on society of organizational culture. A continuing emphasis on ethical behavior connects the course with contemporary concerns.

Advisory: This subject may be classified as either social sciences (PSY-361) or business (MAN-311) depending on the degree program.

Study Methods:

e-Pack® (MAN-311-EP):

Feb 2023,  Mar 2023,  Apr 2023,  May 2023,  Jun 2023

Online Courses (MAN-311-OL):

Feb 2023,  Mar 2023,  Apr 2023,  May 2023,  Jun 2023

Self-Directed Courses (MAN-311-SD): This course is offered every term.

Credits: 3

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LDR-345 Leading Organizational Change

This course builds on the ideas introduced in LDR-305: Foundations of Leadership, strengthening the framework of the practice of leadership. Leading Organizational Change provides an in-depth exploration of the leader's primary role in organizational change and develops skills and tools that can be put to use in real leadership practice. Each student will have the opportunity to examine and discuss the leader's role, to consider how the leader can inform real or simulated change practice, and to reflect on how the leader plays a role in the success of any change initiative regardless of complexity. During this course the student engages in linking leadership theory used in Foundations of Leadership with the challenge of successfully navigating the process of implementing change initiatives.

Advisory: This course is best taken after LDR-305: Foundations of Leadership.

Study Methods:

Online Courses (LDR-345-OL):

Feb 2023,  Apr 2023,  Jun 2023

Credits: 3

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MAN-376 Leadership Communication

Leadership Communication is an introduction to the study and practice of leadership from a communication perspective with particular focus on understanding leading as a symbolic process. Students examine communication concepts and skills that will increase their effectiveness as leaders in a variety of leadership contexts (small group, organization, community, and society). Students also learn how to deal with issues of culture, gender, and ethics as well as how to handle crises and participate in leader development. Students will assess and develop their leadership communication styles, behavior, and skills, and apply course concepts to real-world settings.

Study Methods:

Online Courses (MAN-376-OL):

Feb 2023,  Mar 2023,  Apr 2023,  May 2023,  Jun 2023

Credits: 3

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MAN-415 Change Management

This course provides students with an introduction to principles of managing change in organizations including different thinking styles regarding change management, and the basic principles that apply to any complex change process, and practical application on how to work with individuals, teams, and organizations to master change. The course provides students with knowledge of change and the change process, an understanding of the challenges to change, models to follow to manage change, and communication strategies regarding change and consolidating change into the organization.

Study Methods:

Online Courses (MAN-415-OL):

Feb 2023,  Mar 2023,  Apr 2023,  May 2023,  Jun 2023

Credits: 3

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LDR-324 Leaders in History

This course focuses on historical perspectives on leadership: first, on real leaders over thousands of years who demonstrated leadership within multiple contexts (including politics, reform movements, diplomacy, military, business, church, sports, and art); second, on writers/scholars/leaders from different historical eras and contexts who wrote about leadership and whose writings provide a means of understanding leaders acting in history. Together, these two elements of the course will reinforce each other and provide students with the opportunity to reflect on links between leadership practices and leadership concepts across a broad spectrum of world history. The course introduces a diverse group of historical leaders: both men and women; leaders of different races and ethnicities; and persons of different national/cultural backgrounds.

Study Methods:

Online Courses (LDR-324-OL):

Mar 2023,  May 2023

Self-Directed Courses (LDR-324-SD): This course is offered every term.

Credits: 3

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LDR-419 Nonprofit Leadership

This course provides students with comprehensive knowledge and approach to nonprofit leadership and management. The course covers areas essential to effective leadership in today's nonprofit organization including governance, director and board responsibilities, social responsibility, strategic planning, fund development, financial accountability, human resources, and volunteer management. Woven through the course are the three key themes of social responsibility and leadership, multisector collaboration, and service and careers in the nonprofit sector. Coupled with traditional areas of nonprofit leadership and management, these themes create the innovative educational aspects of this course.

Study Methods:

Online Courses (LDR-419-OL):

May 2023

Credits: 3

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LDR-422 Leadership in a Global Environment

Leadership in a Global Environment focuses on major areas of international business and the environment within which business transactions take place. The main topics include current and developing paradigms for managing and leading in a global environment. This course also prepares students for leadership capacities and responsibilities for global management opportunities.

Study Methods:

Online Courses (LDR-422-OL):

Mar 2023,  Jun 2023

Credits: 3

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MAN-425 Advanced Organizational Management

Advanced Organizational Management addresses the role of organizational culture in enabling the successful leader to be the architect of organizational change. From a leader's perspective, the course examines organizational culture including creation of organizational values, alignment of vision and goals, creating an ethical organizational culture, and succession planning. It also discusses the role of culture in introduction of new strategies, how to enable open communication for empowerment, and the role of organizational culture in implementing change.

Study Methods:

Online Courses (MAN-425-OL):

Apr 2023

Credits: 3

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MAN-435 Project Management

This course provides the foundation for managing projects in today's global economy, focusing on the tools, skills, and behaviors necessary for successful project execution. The course explores the competencies necessary to lead projects within a structured framework, addressing leadership, scope identification, team management, estimation, risk and issue resolution, and project control. Additionally, challenges such as outsourcing, matrix reporting, and resource constraints will be addressed. The course design capitalizes on real-world examples and case studies, offering students an opportunity to blend theory with practice, contributing to meeting the high demand for leading projects in a variety of organizations, industries, and environments.

Study Methods:

Online Courses (MAN-435-OL):

Feb 2023,  Mar 2023,  Apr 2023,  May 2023,  Jun 2023

Self-Directed Courses (MAN-435-SD): This course is offered every term.

Credits: 3

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