Faculty: INSTITUTE OF GRADUATE PGROGRAMS This major provides a comprehensive understanding of the principles and practices of management, focusing on the effective organization, leadership, and operation of businesses and organizations. Students will explore key topics such as organizational behavior, strategic planning, human resource management, and operations management. The major emphasizes the integration of theoretical knowledge and practical skills to prepare students for careers in business leadership, entrepreneurship, consulting, and organizational development. **Learning Objectives:** - Understand the fundamental principles of management and their role in achieving organizational goals. - Develop skills in planning, organizing, leading, and controlling organizational resources. - Learn techniques for effective decision-making, problem-solving, and strategic planning. - Explore the principles of organizational behavior and their application in managing teams and individuals. - Understand the impact of leadership, communication, and ethics on organizational success. - Analyze the challenges and opportunities of working in diverse and dynamic business environments. - Develop critical thinking and problem-solving skills to address challenges in management and leadership. **Major Outline:** 1. **Introduction to Management** - Overview of management, its history, and its significance in organizations. 2. **Organizational Behavior** - Fundamentals of organizational behavior, including motivation, teamwork, and leadership. - Techniques for understanding and managing individual and group dynamics in organizations. 3. **Strategic Management** - Principles of strategic management, including SWOT analysis, competitive advantage, and strategic planning. - Techniques for developing and implementing effective business strategies. 4. **Human Resource Management** - Fundamentals of human resource management, including recruitment, training, performance evaluation, and employee relations. - Techniques for managing and developing human capital in organizations. 5. **Operations Management** - Overview of operations management, including supply chain management, quality control, and process optimization. - Techniques for improving efficiency and productivity in organizational operations. 6. **Financial Management** - Principles of financial management, including budgeting, financial analysis, and investment decisions. - Techniques for managing financial resources to achieve organizational goals. 7. **Marketing Management** - Fundamentals of marketing management, including market research, product development, and branding. - Techniques for creating and implementing effective marketing strategies. 8. **Emerging Trends in Management** - Impact of emerging trends, such as digital transformation, sustainability, and globalization, on management practices. - Techniques for integrating new trends into organizational management. **Assessment Methods:** - Case studies and business projects to evaluate practical management skills. - Written assignments and research papers to assess knowledge of management theories and practices. - Presentations and reports on strategic planning and organizational development. - Participation in group projects and management simulations. **Recommended Textbooks:** - "Management" by Stephen P. Robbins and Mary Coulter. - "Principles of Management" by Peter Drucker. - "Strategic Management: Concepts and Cases" by Fred R. David and Forest R. David. **Prerequisites:** Basic knowledge of business and economics is recommended. This major is suitable for students in business administration, management, and related fields. **Major Duration:** Typically, this major runs for four academic years, with a combination of lectures, case studies, and practical exercises. **Certification:** Upon successful completion, students may receive a degree in Management, depending on the program and institution. **Target Audience:** This major is designed for undergraduate and graduate students in business administration, management, and related fields, as well as professionals seeking to enhance their skills in management and leadership. This major prepares students and professionals to excel in the field of management, leveraging theoretical knowledge, practical skills, and an understanding of emerging trends to lead organizations, drive innovation, and achieve sustainable success.