Management Courses

882-11100 Introduction to Business   NLA

Overview of the world of business, its management, and its economic, political, and social environment. Particular note is taken of the areas of finance, accounting, personnel, production/operations, marketing/sales, and their interdependence. Not available to declared business majors. 3 credits. (Y)

882-22000 Principles of Management   NLA

A survey of concepts, theories, and practices in which managerial functions are addressed in the context of global competition, workforce diversity, ethical and environmental considerations, and performance. Current trends in management theory and practice are examined, as well as the traditional functions of planning, organizing, leading, and controlling. Not open to seniors in the School of Business. Prerequisites: Sophomore standing. 3 credits. (F-S,Y)

882-26000 Business Systems and Technology   NLA

Introduces the student to information systems concepts and principles and the role systems play in business management. The focus is on traditional transaction information systems and current electronic systems. Students are exposed to business process modeling techniques and Internet website design and implementation. This course is generally project-based and students have an opportunity to model an active business system as well as create a fictitious business-to-consumer (B2C) website. Computer applications will be presented and taught as required. Written analyses and oral presentations are an integral part of the course. Prerequisites: 312-11000, 312-17100, or 663-13900. 3 credits. (F-S,Y)

882-39700 Selected Topics in Management   NLA

See 880-39700. Offered on demand only. (IRR)

882-42100 Strategic Management   NLA

Deals with upper-level management skills and attitudes as they encompass all basic business fields. Stresses the integration of the various disciplines studied and the opportunity to develop managerial decision-making abilities. Students will utilize professional communication and teamwork skills. Open only to students in the School of Business. Prerequisites: 883-31100; 884-31200; 885-30600; 886-34500; 885-30200; senior standing. 3 credits. (F-S,Y)

882-45100 Small Business Seminar I   NLA

Introduction to the concepts and principles of small business management. Case study analysis will lead to practical understanding and application of management concepts. Prerequisites: Upper-level standing; permission of instructor. 3 credits. (F, IRR)

882-46000 Seminar in Organizational Development and Change   NLA

In-depth examination of the nature, strategies, models, and intervention activities associated with planned change efforts for organizational improvement. Students build on previous knowledge of organizational structure and processes through independent readings and research, culminating in a challenging team consulting experience in an ongoing organization. Prerequisites: 885-30600; senior standing. 3 credits. (IRR)

882-49700 Selected Topics in Management   NLA

See 880-39700. Offered on demand only. (IRR)

882-49800 Internship: Management   NLA

Off-campus experience involving varied, nonroutine work projects designed to allow students to synthesize academic theory with "real world" operations of an organization. Primary responsibility is on the student to develop a project proposal and then carry out its requirements in conjunction with a faculty sponsor. Prerequisites: Junior standing and completion of appropriate principles course; a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.70 at Ithaca College; approval of proposal by term beginning. Also offered at the Ithaca College London Center. Note: Three business elective credits are granted for each internship. An internship may not be repeated for credit with the same employer. A maximum of six credits may be earned in any combination of Internship and 888-19800 Experiential Learning. Business majors who plan to study in London should confer with their faculty advisers early in their programs; otherwise, they may not be able to fulfill all program requirements in four years. Offered pass/fail only. 3 credits. (F-S,Y)

882-49900 Independent Study: Management   NLA

See 880-49900. (F-S,Y)