Management as a system provides students with an introduction to the elements and processes that contribute to overall organizational effectiveness. With an emphasis on building practical knowledge of organizational systems, the course provides students with a foundation for future classes in the Levene Executive MBA Program.

This course will introduce students to the theory and practice of negotiation and conflict resolution within and between organizations in domestic and global settings. The techniques learned will be applicable to many different situations and students will have the opportunity to demonstrate such skills in the course.

Students examine accounting's role in an organization focusing on accounting information for decision-making and performance measurement. Students are introduced to the fundamental concepts of management and financial accounting with a concentration on the use rather than the preparation of accounting information.

This is an overview course that introduces students to the theories explaining individual and group behaviors in organizations and how they affect overall organizational effectiveness. The course takes an evidence-based approach and introduces students to research by demonstrating how research outcomes translate into effective organizational practices.

Taking an information systems view (systems comprised of the interaction between information technology (IT), processes, people and structure) this module provides comprehensive coverage of existing and emerging IS related management and organizational issues and opportunities.

This course prepares students for the EMBA 900 Research Paper by introducing them to research methods commonly used in business. It includes an overview of secondary research and qualitative research methods (e.g., focus groups and interviews). Quantitative methods will also be discussed, including the use of data analysis software.

Students will learn how Human Resources can be leveraged to gain a competitive advantage through integration with an organization’s overall strategy. Special topics include human resource issues in mergers and acquisitions, the role of Unions, HR processes and the role they play in the everyday operations of organizations.

This course introduces the principles, tools, and leadership approaches central to creating, evaluating, and advancing new ventures and innovation initiatives. Students will get an understanding of topics such as entrepreneurial thinking, opportunity recognition, business model design, and innovation management across both emerging and established organizations. Course applies analytical, creative, and evidence-based methods to design value propositions, assess market potential, and develop viable implementation strategies.  Such strategies include managerial attention, behavioural analysis, social capital resource management, establishment of legitimacy, and entrepreneur-to-CEO transitions.

This course examines different perspectives on leadership and the implications for leaders in a variety of organizational settings. Topics include: transformational leadership, charismatic leadership, ethical leadership, destructive leadership, strategy and leadership, and indigenous leadership.

This course is intended to expose students to global business techniques through a visit to a foreign country. During the one-week trip abroad, students will tour business facilities and meet with business leaders, in order to expand their appreciation for international business strategies and opportunities.

Under the guidance of an advisor, a student analyzes a significant organizational problem using an evidence-based approach. It is a project guided by scholarly research but grounded in practice intended to generate better informed organizational decisions. This course will be graded on a credit/no credit (C/N) basis.