BSBA in Leadership and Change Management

IBUS 341: International Business

An introductory study of the environment and management of cross-national business activities. Topics include sociocultural, legal and political environment; international monetary and financial systems; international trade; foreign direct and portfolio investments; and the management of international marketing, financial, production and personnel functions.

Prerequisites: MGMT 361 Credits: 3

IBUS 342: International Business Study Abroad

Study abroad opportunities with a number of universities are available. Students should check with their advisors in the School of Business Administration regarding both opportunities and the possibility of transfer of credits. Visit the Study Abroad website at www.business.duq.edu/StudyAbroad for more information.

Prerequisites: None Credits: var.

IBUS 369: Export Management

This course offers a comprehensive study of international export procedures and operations. Topics covered include export documentation, managing export transactions, planning export operations, export communications, shipping and packaging, export payment and collection methods, export insurance, governmental and foreign export regulations, export support programs and services, exports within NAFTA, and designing export management systems.

Prerequisites: IBUS 341 Credits: 3

IBUS 444: Business and Society in Europe

Survey of the major cultural, social and political factors influencing the conduct of business in Europe. The course includes an overview of the major European economies, a description of the institutions and politics of the European Community, and a detailed examination of business and society in Germany and at least two other European countries.

Prerequisites: MGMT 361 Credits: 3

MGMT 366: Behavior in Organizations

This course is an applied treatment of organizational behavior. Students learn a number of theories, concepts, and applications regarding authentic leadership and managerial skills. Topics covered include motivation, personality, perception, group dynamics, team-building, managing diversity, performance appraisals, leadership, communication, decision-making, conflict, organizational politics, power, change, organizational development, and the international aspects of behavioral management.

Prerequisites: MGMT 361 Credits: 3

MGMT 445: International Management

This course is a study of multinational companies' structures, strategies and management processes. The course includes a thorough understanding of international management, competent awareness of cultural diversity and development of decision making skills in multinational settings.

Prerequisites: MGMT 361 Credits: 3

MGMT 451: Foundations of Leadership

This course provides an overview of topics and experiences relevant to the development of individual leadership potential. A primary goal of this course is to show how effective leadership can be nurtured and developed in individuals. Students will have an opportunity to practice leadership skills and receive feedback on their leadership styles in one-to-one, as well as group settings. This course is directed towards making students think, act, and become effective leaders in today's corporate society.

Prerequisites: MGMT 361 and MGMT 366 Credits: 3

MGMT 452: Leadership in Teams

This course, second in a series of courses focusing on leadership development, emphasizes team or shared leadership development. Team leadership is viewed as leadership "in" and "of" teams, primarily in work organizations. Leadership roles in teams may be fulfilled by one or more individuals or shared leadership may occur. Beginning with an emphasis on an individual leading a team of individuals, participants over time learn how to distribute leadership within their teams. Focuses on various types of teams in a variety of organizations and examines the influence of context, culture, individual values, and technology on the emergence and effectiveness of team leadership.

Prerequisites: MGMT 361 and MGMT 366 Credits: 3

MGMT 453: Leading Change

Leading Change provides the capstone experience in the Leadership and Change Management program. The course is a theoretical and applied treatment of the most challenging task for organizations in the new millennium. The intent is to develop the capacity in students to consult with organizations on strategic leadership and purposive-change management practices. Students develop a "systems perspective" to bring about change in organizations and understand the roles played by leadership at all levels to champion the change that leads to positive outcomes. Students learn a number of theories, concepts, and techniques related to applying the leadership and change management process to organizations, both large and small.

Prerequisites: MGMT 451 Credits: 3

MGMT 454: Leadership and Ethics

This course builds upon students' skills developed in the foundation Leadership and Change Management major course requirements and seeks to translate these skills into leadership in action. Primarily through a service learning opportunity, students are expected to demonstrate their leadership, team, and change management skills in a community-based field project. In addition, through case studies, biographies and field exploration, students are able to recognize the importance of ethical leadership and ethical leaders for the success of any organization and seek to develop sensitivity toward the interdependence that exists between business organizations and the community and residents they affect. This course emphasizes an introspective approach to understanding each student's leadership style.

Prerequisites: MGMT 451 Credits: 3