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  • MGT 3031: Honors Human Behavior

    3.00 Credits
    University of Utah

    This course focuses on the examination of behavioral theories and research and focuses on the individual in the context of groups and organizations as a whole in such areas as leadership, socialization, motivation, communications, leadership, decision-making, conflict resolution, and adaptation to change. Application of these constructs is demonstrated through the consideration of the impact of the individual on the overall performance of the organization across a wide variety of contexts. In addition to the textbook, students read an assortment of research articles to expand on important theories. Prerequisites: (Member of Honors College AND (Intermediate or Full Major or Minor status in the School of Business OR Full Major status in QAMO OR Minor in Leadership)) OR Instructor Consent
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  • MGT 3600: Managing Teams

    3.00 Credits
    University of Utah

    In this course, students learn how to be more effective participants in groups and teams as both members and leaders using a mix of exercises, cases, and lectures to focus attention on common problems in groups and on effective approaches to overcome them. Students learn to create effective group collaborations by focusing on challenges and opportunities. The class is open to all majors, and is well suited for students in business, engineering, and those interested in project management, entrepreneurial activity, as well as psychology and sociology.
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  • MGT 3710: Sustainability Leaders

    3.00 Credits
    University of Utah

    This course will help students develop an understanding of environmental sustainability, both historically and in modern organizations. Students will study how organizational leaders incorporate sustainability into their planning as a response to environmental crises, shifting market conditions, threatened supply chains, and evolving human resource demands. Class discussions, readings, and assignments will enable critical appraisal of the possibilities and constraints around sustainability in the interwoven living systems of business and the environment. Prerequisites: 'C-' or better in (BCOR 3030 OR MGT 3000 OR MGT 3030) AND (Intermediate or Full Major or Minor status in the School of Business OR Full Major status in Quantitative Analysis of Markets & Organizations OR Instructor Consent)
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  • MGT 3750: Mang Div in Org

    3.00 Credits
    University of Utah

    In this course, students will learn how to manage diversity as a competitive advantage in business. Students will examine how the complexities of the primary dimensions of diversity, gender, race, national origin, age, religion, sexual orientation, and disabilities, operate within an organizational framework. The course uses a variety of discussions, facilitations, exercises, and cases analyses to help students gain an understanding of what it means to manage diversity on a systemic level. Specific attention is given to enhancing public speaking and writing skills. The class is open to all majors and both undergraduate and graduate students; and is well suited for students in business, entrepreneurship, communication, human resources, gender studies, sociology, and psychology. Prerequisites: 'C-' or better in (BCOR 3030 OR MGT 3000 OR MGT 3030) AND (Intermediate or Full Major or Minor status in the School of Business OR Full Major status in QAMO OR Leadership Studies Minor status) OR Instructor Consent
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  • MGT 3810: Bus & Prof Comm

    3.00 Credits
    University of Utah

    This course is an advanced communication course focused on public speaking and writing in a business context. Students will blend communication theory with intensive skill building as a way to improve their ability to manage their careers and communicate successfully in the business world. This course is comprised of three main sections: advanced public speaking, managerial writing, and career strategies. Students will master the following: (1) traditional correspondence: memo, letter, and proposal writing; (2) electronic correspondence: emails, blogging, text messaging, and instant messaging; (3) career strategies: resume and cover letter writing; and (4) networking skills including the value proposition and elevator speeches. The class is open to all majors and is well suited to any student who wants to sharpen their communication skills and professionalism in the workplace. Prerequisites: 'C-' or better in (WRTG 2010/WRTG 2011/HONOR2211/EAS1060/WR2) OR (AP Lit&Comp OR AP Lang score of 4+) OR IB English OR complete an (Interstate Passport OR Associate's Degree OR Bachelor's Degree) OR Instructor Consent
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  • MGT 3815: Bus. Schol. Prof. Comm

    3.00 Credits
    University of Utah

    This course is an advanced communication course focused on public speaking and writing in a business context. Students will blend communication theory with intensive skill building as a way to improve their ability to manage their careers and communicate successfully in the business world. This course is comprised of three main section: advanced public speaking, managerial writing, and career strategies. Students will master the following: (1) traditional correspondence: memo, letter, and proposal writing; (2) electronic correspondence: emails, blogging, text messaging, and instant messaging; (career strategies: resume and cover letter writing; and (4) networking skills including the value proposition and elevator speeches. This class is reserved for Business Scholars and is part of the Business Scholars' 4-year program. Prerequisites: 'B-' or better in ((WRTG2010/ WRTG2011/ HONOR2211/ EAS1060) OR (AP Lit&Comp score of 4+ OR AP Lang score of 4+ OR CLEP English OR IB English OR Interstate Passport OR Assoc. Deg. OR Bachelor's Deg.)) AND Member of Business Scholars Prog
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  • MGT 3900: Topics in Bus and Soc

    3.00 Credits
    University of Utah

    Along with MGT 1030: Responsibilities of Business Leaders and MGT 1050: Foundations of Business Thought, this course explores the ways business impacts and is impacted by culture, politics and policy, historical conditions, and social and legal contexts. Using lenses from business, humanities, and social sciences, students will examine traditional business activities in accounting, finance, marketing, organizational behavior, operations, information systems, and strategy; the experiences of individuals and/or groups in their roles as business actors; the institutions and structures of business; and some of the norms and values represented in business practices and structures. Topics vary.
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  • MGT 4810: Crisis Communication

    3.00 Credits
    University of Utah

    Crisis Communication focuses on the role communication plays in effective leadership of organizations and handling sensitive communication situations. Students will learn methods of communicating across written and spoken genres to maximize their success in the workplace. In particular, students will learn how to communicate effectively when managing workplace crises, engaging in ceremonial speaking, speaking and writing globally, using social media to enhance their organizational and/or personal leadership identities and narratives, and crafting persuasive business proposals. Prerequisites: 'B-' or better in (MGT 3810 OR MGT 3815) AND (Intermediate or Full Major or Minor status in the School of Business OR Full Major status in Quantitative Analysis of Markets & Organizations) OR Instructor Consent
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  • MGT 4860: Managing Orgzatnl Confl

    3.00 Credits
    University of Utah

    This course examines the theory and process of managing conflict, emphasizing the development of analytical and behavioral skills through reading, cases, and two-person role plays. Representative topics include negotiation, group decision making, inter-organizational disputes and the design of dispute-resolution systems. Prerequisites: 'C-' or better in (BCOR 3030 OR MGT 3000 OR MGT 3030) AND (Intermediate or Full Major or Minor status in the Business School OR Full Major status in QAMO OR Minor status in Leadership Studies) OR Instructor Consent
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  • MGT 4900: Intntl Management

    3.00 Credits
    University of Utah

    This course focuses on exploring the effect of the international context on business and specific management functions which firms must consider to remain successful. This approach includes examining how cultural contexts inform different social, technological, and business norms on management practices. We will use lectures, cases, videos, and articles to learn and apply course concepts, and to understand how international management issues are perceived by different stakeholders in a variety of international environments. Prerequisites: 'C-' or better in (BCOR 3030 OR MGT 3000 OR MGT 3030) AND (Intermediate OR Full Major or Minor status in the School of Business OR Full Major status in QAMO OR Full Major status in Chemical Engineering) OR Instructor Consent
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