Full-Time Faculty: Gregory R. Wood, Chair;
Coral R. Snodgrass, Lynn A. Fish, Michael J. Gent, Joseph G. Glynn, Gordon W. Meyer, Stephen C. Molloy, Ronald Rivas, Girish Shambu, Howard Stanger, Raymond W. Vegso, Alan G. Weinstein.
The department has two fundamental goals. Our first goal is to provide those students interested in managerial careers with a well-rounded course of studies that combine contemporary theory and relevant application. Our second goal is to provide students in other majors with basic management courses so they can gain some background knowledge in this important area of business.
Students wishing to become Management majors should inform the registrar of their intention and attend all department advisement sessions.
Management Major
The task of the manager is to coordinate the activities of people and resources in order to accomplish organizational objectives. The Management major provides students with a balanced education to prepare them for this important organizational role. The curriculum contains basic coursework in quantitative methods, behavioral principles, and strategic management. Students are encouraged to take additional specialized courses and electives to add depth in one of four management minors: Human Resource Management, Management of Technology, Global Logistics & Supply Chain or International Management. Alternatively, they can work with an advisor in the department to tailor their electives to meet special individual interests or needs.
Management is both a process and a set of skills necessary for the success of any organization, large or small, public or private, for profit or non-profit. As a result, the Management program seeks to prepare students who can appreciate problems, analyze information and implement solutions in a variety of occupations and settings. Some examples are: office management, financial management, labor relations, personnel administration, systems and procedures, production management, materials management, quality control, marketing management, and supervision or general administration in manufacturing, finance, retail sales, transportation, food and entertainment, education, government and other service and non-profit organizations.
Management Minors
A student can add to the primary Management major by following one of the four prescribed minors. The student may choose a minor early in the junior year and notify a department advisor of this decision. A certificate of completion is rewarded upon fulfillment of the requirements. A department advisor can help the student choose electives that meet individual interests or needs.
Global Logistics and Supply Chain Management Minor
Supply Chain Management addresses the integrated management of the set of value-added activities from product development, through material procurement from vendors, through manufacturing and distribution of the good to the final customer. In today’s environment, competition is no longer one company versus another, but rather, one supply chain versus another. Through the Global Supply Chain Management concentration, students learn the theoretical, integration and conceptual skills to manage this competition.
Requirements
Complete all the specified courses in the Management major including the following three required courses:
MGT335 Management ScienceAnd two electives from the following list:
MGT336 Production/ Operations Management (Management Majors)
-or-
MGT325 Operations Analysis for Business (Non-Management Majors)
MGT440 Global Supply Chain Management
-or-
MGT478/MKT478 Global Logistics/Transportation
MGT334/MKT334 PurchasingMGT335 and MGT336 are prerequisites for most of the elective courses and should be completed by the end of the junior year. These two courses can be taken simultaneously. MGT325 may be substituted for MGT336.
MKT390 New Product Development
MKT440 -or- MGT478/MKT478 Global Supply Chain Management -or-
Global Logistics/Transportation
MGT442 Packaging
MGT474/MKT474 Doing Business in Canada
MGT476/MKT476 Doing Business in Mexico
MGT479 Current Topics in Global Logistics and Supply Chain Management
MGT496 Management Internship in Global Supply Chain Management
Non-business majors must take MGT101 (Introduction to Management) and ECO255 (Business Statistics) prior to beginning the program.
The Human Resource Management Minor
Organizations can gain a sustained competitive advantage in the business world by promoting “high performance work practices” through strategic human resource management (HRM). There is a need for individuals who know how to acquire and maintain effective employees, develop their potential, and manage their performance. This minor is designed to provide students with basic knowledge and experience in contemporary human resource practices.
Requirements
Complete all the specified courses in the Management major and use the following courses as management electives:
MGT 367 Employee and Labor RelationsStudents in the HRM minor are expected to become members of the Canisius Chapter of the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM).
MGT 464 Current Topics in Human Resource Management
MGT 493 Internship in Human Resource Management1
International Management Minor
To meet the international dimension of today’s business environment, this minor enables students to acquire knowledge and competence in the practice of management on the global stage.
Requirements
1. Complete all specified courses in the Management major and use the following courses as management electives:
MGT 472 Comparative Management Systems2. Complete one International elective: MKT 475, ISB 303, ECO 360, FIN 460, MGT 4952, PSY 320.
MGT 475 International Management
IBUS 301 Fundamentals of International Business
Students in this minor are encouraged to seriously consider taking advantage of one of the college’s study-abroad opportunities.
Management of Technology Minor
In a time of constant technological change, managers will be increasingly called upon to manage new products, processes and systems. In addition to providing a fundamental understanding of the field, this track helps students prepare for the six professional certification examinations of the American Production and Inventory Control Society (APICS). APICS certification should significantly improve a student’s employment prospects.
Requirements
Complete all the specified courses in the Management major and use any three of the following as management electives:
MGT 434 Technology ManagementThe MGT 335-336 sequence is a prerequisite for most of these courses and should be completed by the end of the junior year. These two courses can be taken simultaneously. Students in the Management of Technology minor are expected to become student members of the Canisius Chapter of the American Production and Inventory Control Society (APICS).
MGT 436 Quality Management
MGT 437 Project Management
MGT 439 Operations Planning and Control
MGT 440 Global Supply-Chain Management
MGT 496 Internship in Technology/Operations Management1
Non-business majors must take MGT 101 (Introduction to Management) and ECO 225 (Business Statistics) prior to beginning the program.
Management Curriculum:
| 1. | ENG 101, ENG 102, PHI 101, RST 101 (4 courses) | (12) | ||
| 2. | Area Studies: Two courses from each of these areas: I, III, IV, V, VI, VIII1 (12 courses) |
(36) | ||
| 3. | Major course requirements: (21 or 20 courses) | |||
| a. Common body of business knowledge: | ||||
| QNT 101 Quantitative Methods for Business | (3) | |||
| AND | ||||
| MAT 106 Calculus for the Non-Sciences | (3) | |||
| OR | (6 or 4) | |||
| MAT 111 Calculus I | (4) | |||
| OR | ||||
| MAT 115 Calculus for Business I | (4) | |||
| ACC 201 Financial Accounting | (3) | |||
| ACC 202 Managerial Accounting | (3) | |||
| ECO 101 Principles of Macroeconomics | (3) | |||
| ECO 102 Principles of Microeconomics | (3) | |||
| ECO 255 Business Statistics I | (3) | |||
| ECO 256 Business Statistics II | (3) | |||
| FIN 301 Introduction to Finance | (3) | |||
| ISB 201 Management Technology | (3) | |||
| MGT 101 Introduction to Management | (3) | |||
| MGT 370 Managerial Environment | (3) | |||
| MGT 446 Managerial Policy Strategy | (3) | |||
| MKT 201 Principles of Marketing | (3) | |||
| b. Management major: | ||||
| MGT 335 Management Science | (3) | |||
| MGT 336 Production/Operations Management | (3) | |||
| MGT 360 Organizational Behavior | (3) | |||
| MGT 364 Human Resources Management | (3) | |||
| Management electives: three courses. Marketing courses may not be used here |
(9) | |||
| 4. | Electives (3 or 4 courses) | (9 or 12) | ||
| Total | (40 courses) | (120-121) | ||
Recommended Schedule (Management):
| Fall | Spring | |||
| Freshman Year | ||||
| ENG 101 | 3 | ENG 102 | 3 | |
| QNT 101 or MAT 111 or MAT 115 |
3 or 4 | MAT 106 or Elective | 3 | |
| ECO 101 | 3 | MGT 101 | 3 | |
| AS VIII | 3 | ECO 102 | 3 | |
| ISB 101 | 3 | AS VIII | 2 or 3 | |
| Total | 15 or 16 | Total | 15 | |
| Sophomore Year | ||||
| PHI 101 | 3 | RST 101 | 3 | |
| ACC 201 | 3 | ACC 202 | 3 | |
| MKT 201 | 3 | FIN 201 | 3 | |
| ECO 255 | 3 | ECO 256 | 3 | |
| AS IV | 3 | AS IV | 3 | |
| Total | 15 | Total | 15 | |
| Junior Year | ||||
| MGT 360 | 3 | AS III | 3 | |
| MGT 335 | 3 | MGT 364 | 3 | |
| MGT 336 | 3 | MGT 370 | 3 | |
| AS III | 3 | Management Elective2 | 3 | |
| AS I | 3 | AS VI | 3 | |
| Total | 15 | Total | 15 | |
| Senior Year | ||||
| Elective | 3 | MGT 446 | 3 | |
| Management elective4 | 3 | Management elective4 | 3 | |
| AS I | 3 | AS V | 3 | |
| AS V | 3 | Elective | 3 | |
| AS VI | 3 | Elective | 3 | |
| Total | 15 | Total | 15 | |
| Total | 120-121 |
Management Minors:
Business Management Minor
The Business Management minor is for majors outside the Wehle School of Business. It provides a basic understanding of what it takes to organize and manage the various aspects of complex organizations in the business world. The coursework focuses on achieving results through proper management and leadership. Students have an opportunity to work with instructors who have professional background in business and to experience a project team environment.
Business Management Minor—
MGT 101 Introduction to Management (3)Other Programs
MKT 201 Principles of Marketing (3)
MGT 325 Operations Analysis for Business (3)
MGT 370 Managerial Environment (3)
Business Management electives: two courses (MGT 360, MGT 364, MGT 475, MKT 320, MKT 351, MKT 352, MKT 475, or other Business courses approved by department chair) (6)
TOTAL (6 courses) (18)
Entrepreneurship — Small Business Specialization
This program is designed for students interested in starting or owning a small business. Students choosing this specialization should complete all required courses for the B.S. in management or marketing, along with special courses in entrepreneurship and small-business management. To qualify for this specialization, students should contact the department chair.
Minor in Industrial/Organizational Psychology
This interdisciplinary program, which is open to management majors, combines management and psychology courses. See your advisor for details.
International Business Major
The department also offers a major in International Business. Complete details are listed elsewhere in the catalog under “International Business.”
Additional Information
Internships
Internships qualifying for three hours of academic credit are available to upper-division students majoring in management. These opportunities involve a work-and-study situation with faculty supervision. Many are paid. Students wanting internships for credit must meet certain departmental requirements. For further information, contact the department chair or your departmental advisor.
Career Preparation
All management majors are expected to register with the Career Center during their senior year (if not before). Registration includes preparation of a formal resume and an interview with the Career Center staff. In addition, majors are encouraged to actively utilize the office’s other career-oriented services. Students should contact the Career Center in Old Main 016.
COURSES 2005 – 2007
Note: Additional or different management and marketing electives may be offered. Students should consult the department.
QNT 101 Quantitative Methods for Business 3
Basic arithmetic and algebraic skills; concepts of variables and equations; graphs and graphical analysis; introduction to the Microsoft Excel spreadsheet program. Strong business application orientation.
MGT 101 Introduction to Management 3
Organization design and administration, including traditional and modern theories. The production function, managerial functions and processes, decision-making, behavioral factors/issues, and case analysis.
MGT 307 U.S. Business History 3
This course will provide students with an overview of business organizations in American history since the mid- 19th century. Some of the major topics to be covered will be small business and entrepreneurs in American life, the rise of big business, labor and employees relation, business- government relations, marketing and advertising history, the consumer culture, and other notable changes in the business system over the period covered. Prerequisite: MGT 101
MGT 325 Operations Analysis for Business 3
Production/operations strategies and policies with respect to inventory control, capacity planning and scheduling, and quality control. Li near programming and forecasting in managerial decision-making. Prerequisites: QNT 101 and MAT 106 or MAT 115, or other acceptable mathematics courses.5 This is not a MGT elective.
MGT 334 (MKT 334) Purchasing 3
Introductory course in business procurement. Topics include organization role, policy & procedures, process flows, purchasing law, contract management, ethics, e-procurement, supplier relations and current best practices. Prerequisites: MGT 101, MKT 201.
MGT 335 Management Science 3
Introduction to a variety of management science tools and applications. Quantitative modeling of decision-making problems, with an emphasis on interpretation of results. Prerequisites: ECO 255.
MGT 336 Production/Operations Management 3
Special problems of management in designing and operating both manufacturing and service organizations. Facilities layout, location, planning, quality control, inventory control, productivity and operations economics. Prerequisites: MGT 335 or concurrent registration.
MGT 345 New Venture Management 3
The management skills necessary to be a successful entrepreneur, including creative decision making, time management, delegating, negotiating, communication, team building and employee empowerment.
MGT 360 Organizational Behavior 3
Organizational functioning at the individual, group, and system levels. Topics include communications, leadership and motivation, organization design and change. Course includes experiential practice of related managerial skills. Prerequisites: MGT 101, sophomore standing.
MGT 364 Human Resources Management 3
Focuses on a firm’s human-resources management activities. Topics include contemporary approaches to staffing, performance evaluation, compensation and union-management relations. Formerly MGT 340. Prerequisites: MGT 101; junior standing.
MGT 367 Employee and Labor Relations 3
Understanding power relationships in the world of work. Formal relationships between management and unions representing employees. Topics include labor history, negotiating, labor/management relations including adversarial as well as labor/management collaboration and managing grievances. Some emphasis on skill development. Prerequisites: MGT 360, junior standing.
MGT 370 Managerial Environment 3
Managing interplay between business and society, including political, economic, social, legal, international, ethical environments. Role of market, law, self in control of business. Cases; issues. Prerequisite: MGT 101.
MGT 380 International Business Seminar 3
Three weeks of travel in Europe, either between fall/spring semesters or in summer. Gives exposure to international business environment and to business practices outside U.S.A. Readings; discussions; paper required after return to U.S. Prerequisite: Open to all Business majors and to others by approval. Application to Dr. Vegso.
MGT 410 (ENT 410) Entrepreneurship and Small Business Planning 3
Identifying market opportunity for a potential new venture. Student analyzes, writes, revises and presents a complete business plan for the proposed business venture. Elective.
MGT 434 Technology Management 3
Management of new product development in organizations with focus on the technology and innovation process. Both theoretical and practical aspects of managing this process will be considered. Prerequisites: MKT 201, MGT 360. Elective.
MGT 436 Quality Management 3
Tools, techniques, and strategies used in quality management. Application of current ideas in the field to problem-solving and case analysis. Emphasis on quality issues relating to technological innovation and implementation. Prerequisite: MGT 336. Elective.
MGT 437 Project Management 3
Introduction to the principles and techniques employed by project manager. Focus on entire project life cycle. Critical issues such as time, cost and performance parameters analyzed from organizational and resource management perspectives. Prerequisite: MGT 335 or MGT 325 Elective.
MGT 439 Operations Planning and Control 3
Series of topics designed to target the CPIM (Certification in Production and Inventory Management) professional certification examinations conducted by APICS. Includes just-in-time systems, master planning, and material requirements planning. Prerequisite: MGT 336.
MGT 440 Global Supply-Chain Management 3
This course examines supply chain management, operations planning, logistics and manufacturing issues and practices in a global context. Based upon course content, the student may take certification course offered by APICS in Basics of Supply Chain Management. Prerequisite: MGT 336 or MGT 325.
MGT 442 Packaging 3
Many packaging materials are available to manufacturers. This course explores the tools, strategies and tactics involved in the packaging of products within the global supply chain through various transportation methods. Prerequisite: MGT 336 or MGT 325.
MGT 446 Managerial Policy/Strategy 3
Business students’ capstone course. Integration of all business disciplines into discussion of goals, strategies, policies, planning, evaluation. Cases provide decision-making experience. Prerequisite: To be taken in the last semester of the senior year.
MGT 464 Current Topics in Human Resource Management 3
Seminar on selected topics with focus on emerging practices and contemporary examples. Topics may include self-managing work teams, HR and TQM, strategic HRM, labor-management collaboration, uses of contingent workers and training for competitiveness. Prerequisites: MGT 101, MGT 364. Elective.
MGT 472 Comparative Management Systems (International) 3
International business emphasizing differences in systems. Context and traditions in different countries and regions: social, political, governmental, business, labor, ethical, cultural analysis. Different management and business practices. Managing and doing business within and across many countries. Prerequisite: MGT 101 or permission of instructor. Elective.
MGT 473 (SPA 473) Mexican Crafts and Culture 3
Meets once a week with SPA 473, in English, for discussion of crafts of Michoacan/importation and sale. Meets once a week independently, in Spanish, for study of general Mexican culture.
MGT 474 (MKT 474) Doing Business in Canada 3
This course is designed to stimulate curiosity about management practices of companies seeking market opportunities in Canada and to raise students’ consciousness about the importance of viewing international marketing/ management strategies from a global perspective. Prerequisite: MGT 101 or permission of instructor.
MGT 475 International Management 3
Decision-making models to help the manager deal effectively with the global marketplace. Emphasis on situation analysis and problem solving. Prerequisite: MGT 101 or permission of instructor.
MGT 476 Doing Business in Mexico 3
This course is designed to stimulate curiosity about management practices of companies seeking market opportunities in Mexico and to raise students’ consciousness about the importance of viewing international marketing/ management strategies from a global perspective. Prerequisite: MGT 101 or permission of instructor.
MGT 478 (MKT 478) Global Logistics / Transportation 3
The focus of this course is an introduction to the operation and management of the primary modes of international transportation. This will include overviews of ocean, air, truck, rail and inter-model transportation modes. Special attention will be given to service and cost factors, inter-modal methods and economies, and customs and government restrictions. Prerequisite: MGT 101 or permission of instructor.
MGT 479 Current Topics in Global Logistics and Supply Chain Management 3
Seminar on selected topics with focus on emerging practices and contemporary examples in Global Logistics and Supply Chain Management. Course may be cross-listed with courses in Information Systems & Supply Chain Management, International Accounting and Law, E-Commerce and finance courses focusing on Global Logistics & Supply Chain Management as they are developed. Prerequisite: MGT 336 or MGT 325.
MGT 496 Management Internship 3
Non-routine job experience that links academic concepts with practical experience. Requires supervision by faculty, and student demonstration of academic value through papers and reports.
1 Students intending to complete an internship for credit as part of a minor must consult with a department advisor for guidance and approval.
2 ECO 360 and FIN 460 may not be used as electives in this program by non-business majors.
3 Area II is automatically fulfilled because this program is in the social sciences. Area VII is fulfilled by the mathematics courses required in this program.
4 Management Track courses should be taken in these slots.