Course Number and Title:
MGT 212 Principles of Management
Campus Location
- Georgetown
- Dover
- Wilmington
Prerequisites
Prerequisite: BUS 101 and (Test score or ENG 102 or higher or concurrent)
Course Credits and Hours
3 credit(s)
3 lecture hours/week
0 lab hours/week
Course Description
This course introduces management theories, roles, skills, and functions (planning, organizing, leading, and controlling). This course explores how managers contribute to organizational success by creating competitive advantages, monitoring internal and external factors, shaping a strong ethical culture, and developing a diverse workforce.
Core Course Performance Objectives (CCPOs)
Explain management functions, roles, skills, and theories. (CCC 2, 4; PGC 1, 2, 4)
Develop a strategic plan to gain a competitive advantage. (CCC 2, 4; 6, PGC 1, 2, 5)
Analyze management functions and their impact on structure, culture, diversity, ethics, and human resources. (CCC 2, 3, 4; PGC 1, 2, 4)
Describe how leadership, teamwork, communication, and motivation strategies are used to improve organizational performance. (CCC 1, 2, 3, 4; PGC 1, 2, 4)
Explain how managers use control processes and control types to improve organizational effectiveness. (CCC 2, 4, 6; PGC 1, 2, 5)
See Core Curriculum Competencies and Program Graduate Competencies at the end of the syllabus. CCPOs are linked to every competency they develop.
Measurable Performance Objectives (MPOs)
Upon completion of this course, the student will:
- Explain management functions, roles, skills, and theories.
- Describe the primary functions of managers, including planning, organizing, leading, and controlling.
- Describe managerial roles, levels, and responsibilities.
- Explain the skills that managers must possess to effectively lead an organization.
- Describe various management theories from classical to contemporary.
- Develop a strategic plan to gain a competitive advantage.
- Describe the steps involved in the planning process and different types of plans.
- Explain how strategic planning helps organizations develop and sustain a competitive advantage.
- Interpret internal and external data to inform the planning process.
- Analyze a real-world scenario to determine potential opportunities.
- Analyze management functions and their impact on structure, culture, diversity, ethics, and human resources.
- Describe various types of organizational structures.
- Explain the importance of diversity and organizational culture in achieving business success.
- Explain how managers can promote ethical behavior and social responsibility within an organization.
- Identify components of human resource management.
- Explain the value of strategic human resource management.
- Describe how leadership, teamwork, communication, and motivation strategies are used to improve organizational performance.
- Explain different leadership styles, traits, and skills.
- Identify the types of teams within organizations and strategies for building diverse and effective teams.
- Describe the communication process, channels, and barriers that impact organizational performance.
- Identify strategies for motivating employees.
- Explain how managers use control processes and control types to improve organizational effectiveness.
- Explain the steps in the control process.
- Identify control types.
- Describe the strategies and tools used to manage control.
Evaluation Criteria/Policies
The grade will be determined using the Delaware Tech grading system:
| 90-100 |
= |
A |
| 80-89 |
= |
B |
| 70-79 |
= |
C |
| 0-69 |
= |
F |
Students should refer to the
Catalog/Student Handbook for information on the Academic Standing Policy, the Academic Integrity Policy, Student Rights and Responsibilities, and other policies relevant to their academic progress.
Final Course Grade
Calculated using the following weighted average
Evaluation Measure | Percentage of final grade |
Summative Assessments |
| 30% |
- Organizing and Leading Research Paper
| 7.5% |
- Planning: Corporate Headquarters Planning Proposal Group Project Presentation
| 7.5% |
- Planning: Corporate Headquarters Planning Proposal Group Project Oral Presentation
| 7.5% |
- Controlling: Lean Six Sigma White Belt Certification
| 7.5% |
Formative Assessments |
The course will contain various formative assessments including but not limited to: - Assignments
- Discussion Boards
- Quizzes
| 40% |
TOTAL | 100% |
Program Graduate Competencies (PGCs are the competencies every graduate will develop specific to his or her major)
- Integrate professional, ethical, and legal standards into business decision-making.
- Apply foundational business concepts that lead to strategic thinking and the ability to analyze complex problems.
- Use professional and technology based skills that are relevant to the dynamic business environment.
- Employ effective communication skills and collaboration strategies to promote positive organizational outcomes.
- Apply skills necessary to analyze and interpret business and financial data for decision-making purposes.
Core Curriculum Competencies (CCCs are the competencies every graduate will develop)
- Apply clear and effective communication skills.
- Use critical thinking to solve problems.
- Collaborate to achieve a common goal.
- Demonstrate professional and ethical conduct.
- Use information literacy for effective vocational and/or academic research.
- Apply quantitative reasoning and/or scientific inquiry to solve practical problems.
Students in Need of Accommodations Due to a Disability
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