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Management Studies, B.S.

The Management Studies major prepares students for management and leadership roles through coursework focused on the breadth of business management. Learners will demonstrate content mastery and critical soft skills needed to work and lead in the field. Graduates can work in any field including businesses, not-for-profits, startups, etc.

Outcomes
By the end of the program, students will be able to…

  1. Assess and understand how shifts in global trends and international issues impact business. This proficiency is demonstrated by navigation of business data/news and identification of problems/opportunities within the business environment. [Global Business Analysis]
  2. Utilize their understanding of global business factors to problem-solve complex scenarios across their organizations and industries through the application of learned business research and strategy development. [Global Business Application]
  3. Recognize the need for appropriate business data/metrics, identify relevant data, and effectively communicate practical ideas utilizing that data. In order to demonstrate this, students will support written and verbal communication with relevant data/metrics. [Business Data Literacy]
  4. Demonstrate proficiency in cultural competency and will be equipped with skills and knowledge to navigate and manage cross-cultural interactions. Students will develop a deep understanding of diverse cultures, values, and practices – while understanding their significant impact on business. To demonstrate this knowledge set, students will use case study analysis, reflective essays on cultural experiences, and engage in projects requiring team collaboration. [Cultural Competency]

General Education Courses (33-34 credits)

Composition: 6 credits (2 courses)

Social Sciences: 9 credits (3 courses)

Arts/Humanities: 12 credits (4 courses)

Science/Math: 6-7 credits (2 courses)

Degree Completion Core Courses (21 credits)

BSMS 230Principles of Statistics

3
BSMS 301Team Dynamics

3
BSMS 305Organizational Communication

3
BSMS 323Development & Review of Financial Information

3
BSMS 338Negotiation & Conflict Resolution

3
BSMS 343Management Essentials

3
BSMS 480Leadership Seminar

3

Required Major Courses (45 credits)

No more than 15 credits allowed in transfer for major.
BSMS 120Principles of Microeconomics

3
BSMS 121Principles of Macroeconomics

3
BSMS 220Principles of Financial Accounting

3
BSMS 221Principles of Managerial Accounting

3
BSMS 315Business Law & Ethics

3
BSMS 348Human Resources Management

3
BSMS 358Marketing

3
BSMS 420Data Analysis

3
BSMS 425Finance

3
BSMS 430Business Research

3
BSMS 436Government and Organizations

3
BSMS 440Management of Information Systems

3
BSMS 453International Business

3
BSMS 490Strategy & Policy

3
BSMS 495Senior Seminar

3

Occupational Specialization/Electives (22-34 credits)

Transfer credit and/or general electives as approved by academic advisor.