Management Strategies for a Global Society

Winter Quarter 2003

A Three-Quarter Management Core Program

   Faculty: Theresa A. Aragon                                                   Faculty:  Neil Delisanti

  Office:  Library 3224                                                               Office:  Library 3224

  Office Hours: By Appointment                                                 Office Hours: By Appointment

  Phone: 360-867-6840                                                                Phone: 360-867-5486

  E-mail: aragont@evergreen.edu                                             E-mail: delisann@evergreen.edu

Classroom:  Library 1706

Class Sessions:    All Sessions are from 9:00AM to 5:00PM                      

 Saturdays & Sundays: Jan. 11-12; Feb. 1-2; Mar. 1-2,

 Program Description

This program will assess contemporary organizational and systems theory in the context of current and future advances in computer and communications technology.  We will examine organizations as interdependent within their economic, political and social environment.  Organizational development and management strategies will be analyzed in terms of current and future utility.  Diversity in the workforce and the impact of technology on the workforce will form the basis for identifying and developing skills conducive to managing in an information society.     Traditional elements of management programs such as decision-making, strategic planning, organizational behavior and conflict management will be incorporated throughout the program. Basic research skills will be enhanced through utilization of Internet resources. Application of theory and enhancement of critical thinking will occur through developing solutions to problems and case study analysis.   Assignments will place a heavy emphasis on developing analytical, verbal, written and electronic communication skills through dialogue, critical essays and case study analysis and presentation.  In addition, collaborative learning will occur through interactive development and intensive teamwork on case analysis and simulations.  This yearlong program will meet for three intensive weekends per quarter.  We will utilize WEB X to facilitate teamwork, to post critical commentary and to conduct on line seminars and discussion.

Winter Quarter emphasis will be on developing interpersonal management skills and globalization.

8 Upper Division Credits will be earned in Managerial Skills Development and International Business 

Spring Quarter emphasis will be on teamwork in solving managerial problems and case study analysis.  Spring dates:  April 5-6, May 3-4,  May 31 - June 1 .

 8 Upper Division Credits will be earned in Organizational Behavior & Development.

Develop interpersonal managerial skills

Develop an understanding of the impact of globalization on selected countries

Develop an understanding of Strategic Management concepts and analysis

Develop an understanding of International Organizations

Develop an understanding of the impact of communication and information technology.

Develop collaborative learning; team building and presentation skills.

Enhance and refine analytical, research, verbal and written communication skills.

You will be evaluated on:

Attendance and participation in class;

Thorough reading of assignments and preparation for seminar discussions;

The amount and quality of your work observed through your use of Web X;

Effective participation as a team member

The quality of ideas and writing in your essays and response to other writers;

The research, content, quality of ideas and writing in your leadership paper;

The use of effective communication skills & quality of your formal leadership presentation.

Each team will be given thirty minutes to provide a formal presentation on your subject. You may select whatever presentation format you feel will be most effective in conveying critical information to your audience. You may not, however, read any part of the presentation. We encourage you to use visual aids or other support for your presentation. You are encouraged to use power point and/or other multi-media presentation tools. The presentation will be graded on quality of content and effectiveness of communication.

NB: This schedule is not set in concrete. Current events, learning challenges, etc., may dictate modifications in our schedule.

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