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2013-2014 Course Catalog 
    
2013-2014 Course Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Management, B.S.


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In the Management Program, you will be introduced to the most current management theories, concepts, and practices by a faculty committed to the principles of ethical decision-making. As a Management major, you will benefit from small classes and individualized attention. In addition, there will be a strong focus on computers and their application to business decision-making. As an undergraduate student in good academic standing (B average or better), you are permitted to take two graduate business courses in your senior year of study which can count towards your Master of Science in Management degree at the University of Saint Joseph.

Career Opportunities and Graduate School Preparation

Management majors have gone on to successful careers in industry, government, and the not-for-profit sector. Graduates have been employed by a variety of organizations, including: Webster Financial Services, Pratt & Whitney, Capital United Way,  Aetna, Legrand/Wiremold Corporation,  The Travelers, J.C. Penney, Connecticut Convention & Visitors Bureau, St. Francis Hospital, TD Bank, Northeast Utilities, Insurity, and the Connecticut Science Center. 

Management Program Outcomes

The student will:

  • Understand management principles at a level that provides preparation for an advanced business degree
  • Put into practice those principles and skills acquired; these skills are often demonstrated in the internship as well as in class exercises
  • Understand the various responsibilities of modern managers: financial management, human resources, marketing, operations, project management, and more
  • Understand the use and application of information technologies
  • Understand the ethical and legal aspects of business and the role of management in these important areas
  • Understand and be able to apply research methodologies utilized in management, including statistical and quantitative methods
     

 Admission and continuation requirements: Students must apply for acceptance into the department at the end of the sophomore year. Courses in the major must be completed with a grade of C- or better.

Degree Requirements (72 credits)


Management curriculum (60 credits)


Internships


Management majors generally participate in supervised internships (3-6 credits) as juniors or seniors. The experience may be in a for-profit, not-for-profit, or public-sector organization.

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