Study Guide for Mgt 230
| Syllabus School of Business MGT/230 Version 1 Management Theory and Practice | Copyright © 2011 by University of Phoenix. All rights reserved. Course Description
This course explores the rich field of management in theory and practice, and as both a science and an art. Students learn to apply management concepts to current workplace issues. Other topics include increasing competitive forces, expectations for successful performance of employees and organizations, and achieving desired business goals. Policies
Faculty and students/learners will be held responsible for understanding and adhering to all policies contained within the following two documents:
University policies: You must be logged into the student website to view this document.
Instructor policies: This document is posted in the Course Materials forum.
University policies are subject to change. Be sure to read the policies at the beginning of each class. Policies may be slightly different depending on the modality in which you attend class. If you have recently changed modalities, read the policies governing your current class modality.
Course Materials Bateman, T. S., & Snell, S. A. (2011). Management: Leading & collaborating in a competitive world (9th ed.). New York, NY: McGraw-Hill Irwin.
All electronic materials are available on the student website.
Week One: Functions of Management | | Details | Due | Points | Objectives | 1.1 Define the four functions of management. 1.2 Explain how internal and external factors affect the four functions of management. 1.3 Identify the steps in the decision-making process. | | | Readings | Read Ch. 1–3 and Appendix A of Management: Leading & Collaborating in a Competitive World.Read this week’s Electronic Reserve Readings. | | | Participation / Discussion Questions | Participate in class discussions. (Main Forum)Respond to two weekly discussion questions. | Days
This course explores the rich field of management in theory and practice, and as both a science and an art. Students learn to apply management concepts to current workplace issues. Other topics include increasing competitive forces, expectations for successful performance of employees and organizations, and achieving desired business goals. Policies
Faculty and students/learners will be held responsible for understanding and adhering to all policies contained within the following two documents:
University policies: You must be logged into the student website to view this document.
Instructor policies: This document is posted in the Course Materials forum.
University policies are subject to change. Be sure to read the policies at the beginning of each class. Policies may be slightly different depending on the modality in which you attend class. If you have recently changed modalities, read the policies governing your current class modality.
Course Materials Bateman, T. S., & Snell, S. A. (2011). Management: Leading & collaborating in a competitive world (9th ed.). New York, NY: McGraw-Hill Irwin.
All electronic materials are available on the student website.
Week One: Functions of Management | | Details | Due | Points | Objectives | 1.1 Define the four functions of management. 1.2 Explain how internal and external factors affect the four functions of management. 1.3 Identify the steps in the decision-making process. | | | Readings | Read Ch. 1–3 and Appendix A of Management: Leading & Collaborating in a Competitive World.Read this week’s Electronic Reserve Readings. | | | Participation / Discussion Questions | Participate in class discussions. (Main Forum)Respond to two weekly discussion questions. | Days