Course

Course Summary
Credit Type:
Course
ACE ID:
ACPE-0124
Organization's ID:
BUS201
Organization:
Alternative Credit Project Ecosystem
Location:
Online
Length:
This is a self-paced online course
Dates Offered:
Credit Recommendation & Competencies
Level Credits (SH) Subject
Lower-Division Baccalaureate 3 Management
Description

Objective:

The course objective is to introduce the major functions of management and explain how companies use management to set and accomplish goals through individuals, groups, and other types of resources.

Learning Outcomes:

  • Identify the roles and functions of a manager and be able to apply the six stages of decision-making to a business situation
  • Identify ethical issues in business situations and apply ethical norms to make decisions
  • Recognize organizational structures and mechanisms for coordination
  • Explain and apply criteria for selection, pay, development, and appraisal of employees
  • Describe the diversity of the American workforce and recommend ways to manage the diverse workforce
  • Describe effective communication strategies
  • Compare and contrast types and methods of managerial control
  • Explain the importance of information and information security
  • Explain elements of strategic planning and strategic decision making
  • Explain the opportunities and challenges of globalization
  • Identify ways to motivate employees and leadership theories and styles
  • Describe how to build effective teams and resolve conflict
  • Evaluate the need for change and recommend change for a business situation

General Topics:

  • Decision-making
  • Strategic planning
  • Ethics and social responsibility
  • Motivational theories
  • Organizational structure
  • Human resource management
  • Change management
  • Team building
  • Managing a diverse workforce
  • Operational control
  • Communication
  • Managing information
  • Globalization
Instruction & Assessment

Instructional Strategies:

  • Audio Visual Materials
  • Computer Based Training
  • Practical Exercises

Methods of Assessment:

  • Examinations
  • Quizzes

Minimum Passing Score:

70%
Supplemental Materials