This course is designed to equip organizational leaders to make use of qualitative and quantitative data analysis for effective decision making within various types of organizations. Students explore and practice the use of quantitative techniques, such as simple and higher level statistics, probability, investment analysis, and financial statement trend analysis. These techniques and the presentation of results are applied in real-world business situations through business cases.

Examines the dynamic role of communication in creating a productive, quality organization. The responsibility of leadership in helping to maintain an effective system of internal and external communication is considered. Subjects include these dynamics of organizational life: organizational culture and climate, internal communication to build morale, communication with the external environment, direction and effectiveness of communication flow, methods of decision making and communicating effectively in groups and teams.

Examines the role of the human resource management as a strategic component in managing and developing today’s organizations. This course provides a strategic overview of the key concepts and principles of each human resource function, along with their practical implications for organizational effectiveness in various types of organizations. Key functions such as recruitment, selection, development, appraisal, retention, compensation, and labor relations are examined. Implications of current issues such as diversity training, total rewards, and employee engagement are analyzed.

Students learn to lead in a knowledge economy in which knowledge and information are considered the most valuable assets. The course investigates methods for building leadership throughout all levels of an organization, achieving better results through knowledge management and teamwork, harnessing current and emerging technologies to manage global information, spurring innovation, and leading an organization that can effectively perform while maintaining the flexibility to change.

Investigates the theories related to the use of mission and vision statements using strategic planning in relation to an organization's purposes and goals. Processes and frameworks for developing and executing strategic planning are examined as well as the problems and concerns associated with implementation of a planning process. This course helps students to understand the place and role of leadership in creating and implementing a strategic plan.