Management

The Department of Management offers a major program in management (HEGIS 0506) leading to a BBA degree. A minor concentration is also available.

Faculty

Chair: B. Sanner; Professors: J. Alstete, J. Meyer; Professors Emeriti: N. Beutell, V. Maher; Associate Professor: B. Sanner, J. Kang; Assistant Professor: A. Camara; Clinical Lecturer: M. Volza; Coordinator of Internships: J. Meyer.

Objectives

The Department of Management offers a major in management that is concerned with the achievement of the goals of an organization, either a business or a not-for-profit entity, and the goals of the people within the organization. Management includes the functions of planning, organization, motivation and control which are directed toward solving problems involving finance, human relations and production.

The program in management is designed to prepare students for careers in the management of public and private sector organizations. To that end it presents students with a systematic body of knowledge to enable them to acquire an understanding of how formal organizations are structured and to appreciate the significance of informal structures within organizations. The program maintains a balance of theory and experiential learning to develop the thinking, traits, knowledge and skills essential to career success and leadership in any business. Special emphasis is given to interpersonal and decision making skills.

Internships

The department conducts a credit-bearing internship program, where students are expected to take part in management projects and organizational decision-making situations. Ordinarily, senior standing and departmental permission are needed to apply.

Programs

Bachelor of Business Administration

Non-Degree

Management Minor