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executive degree completion program

Executive Degree Completion Program Bachelor of Science in Management Studies Courses

MET HU 400 Great Works of the Modern Era

The 20th century presented the most accelerated period of social evolution in human history: two World Wars were fought; technology developed at a dazzling pace; psychological exploration and scientific discovery assailed traditional conceptions of religion and the nature of reality; the relation of the individual to society fluctuated as new social and political models originated. Our main focus will be the literature and film within this time frame, but parallel developments in art and music will also be discussed. (5 cr.)

MET IS 400 Great Ideas in Western Thought

This course will complement HU 400 by focusing on the philosophical, scientific, and political concepts that underlie the foundations of modern western history. (5 cr.)

MET IS 401 Communications Skills

This skills-oriented course will focus on the development of oral and written communication techniques, small and large group dynamics and presentations, and negotiations. (5 cr.)

MET IS 402 Natural Science in Contemporary Society

The natural sciences in the context of public policy. This course will focus on controversial and critical social, environmental, business, and political issues in the various disciplines of science. (5 cr.)

MET MG 415 Project Management

An examination of project management concepts, including organizational forms, planning and control techniques, and the role of the project manager. Develops the skills vital to effective management of multidisciplinary tasks through lectures, case studies, and business simulations. (4 cr.)

MET MG 470 Organizational Behavior and Dynamics

Investigates the special issues of management that arise in organizations that employ numerous professionals and that emphasize innovation in their products, services, and internal processes. Topics include: motivation, incentive systems, team and work flow management. Understanding relationships between individuals, social interaction patterns, technology, and organizational arrangements and their environmental context. An examination of the management process and the social environment in which organizations operate, including a discussion of the manager's responsibilities to employees, customers, stockholders, and society. (5 cr.)

MET MG 471 Financial and Managerial Accounting

Introduction to the concepts, methods, and problems of financial and managerial accounting. Includes data accumulation, accounting principles, financial statement analysis, measurement and disclosure issues, cost analysis, budgeting and control, production costs, and standard costs. (5 cr.)

MET MG 472 Financial Analysis

Prereq: MET MG 471. Emphasizes issues of accounting, finance, and economics that are important in most management contexts. Introduction to tools of financial analysis and the problems of financial management including cash, profitability, and capital budgeting. Various sources of corporate funds are considered, including short-, intermediate-, and long-term arrangements. Stresses understanding financial statements, planning and control, cost and benefit evaluation, cash flow analysis, and capital budgeting. (5 cr.)

MET MG 473 Operations Management and Quantitative Decision Making

Quantitative procedures used to study underlying structure of decision-making problems in business and industry. Includes limitations of the management science methodology. Introduction to the operating functions of a firm. Emphasis on problem-solving skills using analytical techniques. Includes production planning and inventory control, quality control, forecasting, capacity planning, and work-study. Viewed from the aspect of management. (5 cr.)

MET MG 474 Principles of Marketing

The organization and operation of marketing functions within individual firms. Examines methods of product determination, channels of distribution, advertising, sales promotion, and administration of a total marketing program. Readings, class discussions, lectures, and case analyses. (5 cr.)

MET MG 475 Quantitative Applications for Management

Introduction to linear equations, algebraic functions, calculus and probability concepts necessary for study in the business areas of finance, operations management, and business decision making. (5 cr.)

MET MG 476 Business Strategy Seminar

Reviews the process whereby organizations establish and pursue goals within internal and external constraints, resources, and opportunities. Topics include strategy and tactics; the process of strategic choice and adjustment; resource assessment; environmental and competitor analysis; stakeholders and values; and strategy implementation, control, and valuation. Policy problems of business organizations. Integrates the areas of prior academic study in marketing, finance, accounting, economics, and personnel into a managerial concept of business decision-making. (1 cr.)

MET TM 448 Electronic Commerce and Web Design I

This course combines: (1) The practical aspect of web design through the use of application software such as Dreamweaver to construct a commercial website with (2) a general overview of the marketing, supporting services, systems, security, and business strategy issues facing commercial enterprises. (4 cr.)

MET TM 520 Developing, Implementing, and Organizing for New Products and Services

Addresses the specifics of new product and service development as well as the aspects of internal innovation and the use of technology to increase performance in small, medium, and large firms. Topics include generating and screening initial ideas; assessing user needs and interests; forecasting results; launching and/or improving products/services; and bringing innovation to commercial reality. (4 cr.)