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BUS2337 Management II
This course will give students the knowledge and skills necessary to apply management techniques in everyday business operations. Students will explore the underlying principles of management, learning how effective managers drive productivity, foster teamwork, and ensure smooth workflows within an organization. Through practical insights and strategies, students will gain the tools needed to enhance performance and support the overall success of a company.
By understanding key management concepts, students will be better equipped to promote efficiency, support their teams, and lead their organizations toward growth and achievement.
Key Topics Covered
- Understand the Fundamental Roles and Types of Managers: Explore the different roles that managers play within an organization, as well as the various types of managers, such as functional, general, and project managers.
- Learn What Companies Expect from Management: Identify the key responsibilities and performance expectations that companies have for their managers in driving organizational success.
- Differentiate Between Functional and General Managers: Understand the distinct roles of functional managers, who oversee specific departments, versus general managers, who manage entire business units.
- Master Project Management: Learn the essentials of project management, including how to plan, execute, and oversee projects to meet company goals.
- Implement Workflow Management Systems: Gain insight into workflow management systems and how they can optimize organizational productivity and efficiency.
- Leverage Business Management Information Systems: Understand the role of information systems in managing business operations and how managers use data to make informed decisions.
- Distinguish Between Management and Leadership: Explore the key differences between managing day-to-day operations and leading a team toward long-term success, emphasizing both strategic and interpersonal aspects.
REFERENCE MATERIALS
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Full-CLC Students
Based on your HESEAP application, you have been awarded full CLC for this course, classifying it as a test-out course, meaning no traditional instruction will be provided. Your CLC award signifies that you possess knowledge, whether gained through prior education or experience, equivalent to or surpassing what would typically be learned in a traditional college setting. Consequently, classroom attendance is not required; however, you are required to successfully pass a final exam for the course.
USILACS remains committed to fostering your academic success. Should you find a refresher necessary or wish to deepen your understanding of the subject, it is recommended that you explore a variety of free online educational resources on the suggested topics below.
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The majority of the exam questions for this course are based upon information contained in the below search topics.
- (2017) What is Decision Making? Management Study Guide http://www.managementstudyguide.com/what-is-decision-making.htm
- (2017) Decision Making in an Organizational Context. Management Study Guide http://www.managementstudyguide.com/decision-making-in-organizational-context.htm
- (2017) Staff Motivation – Motivation Tips for Employees. Management Study Guide http://www.managementstudyguide.com/staff-motivation.htm
- (2012) Management Principles (v. 1.0), Mason Carpenter, Talya Bauer, Berrin Erdogan
- Chapters 11.1 Understanding Decision Making
- 12.4 Communication Channels
- 13.2 Understanding Team Design Characteristics
- 14.2 Motivating Employees; Process-Based Theories https://2012books.lardbucket.org/pdfs/management-principles-v1.0.pdf
- Soft Skills- First Time Managers, Published by: Tutorials Point (India) Pvt. Ltd. https://youtu.be/Ih3zVyz8H8U
- Soft Skills- Leadership vs Management, Published by: Tutorials Point (India) Pvt. Ltd. https://youtu.be/DwwBZn5duk8
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