Description
Master of Management
Master of Management
Master of Management (MASTER MGMT)
30 Credits
MASTER OF MANAGEMENT • 30 CREDITS • MASTER MGMT
Program Description
Students seeking the Masters of Management degree (MM) will develop key employee knowledge, skills, and capabilities desired by all types of organizations operating within the dynamic global environment. The focus areas of this 30-credit program include leadership, stakeholder engagement, a culture of change, collaboration, process management and contemporary structure and design. Theory, application and reflection are integrated throughout this program to enhance creativity, critical thinking and decision-making capabilities.
Any exceptions or variations must be approved by the MBA/MM exceptions committee.
Which class should I take? When should I take it?
See our Recommended Program Sequences:
Courses |
27 Credits | |
|---|---|---|
| FINC610 | This course applies finance concepts to evaluate and manage budgets in financial decision making in the global environment. The course will include a foundational knowledge of accounting principles such as budget development and execution, program initiation, cost and revenue estimation, budget strategy and evaluation. Students will prepare a plan to obtain funding and manage a project or department budget. Basic financial concepts are covered such as capital budgeting, working capital management, risk and return measurement, cost classification, debt and equity financing and cash flow analysis. Students should be familiar with Microsoft Excel. Applicable Course Fees can be found at https://my.davenport.edu/financial-aid/how-much-does-du-cost/tuition-and-fees. | |
| HRMG700 | This course is designed to introduce the graduate student to the whole spectrum of human resources’ responsibilities and major functions. Topics include staffing, compensation, training, organizational development, employee and labor relations, human resources information systems, and global HR management. An emphasis will be placed upon learning the specific human resources’ disciplines and how to strategically apply that knowledge to solve organization-wide issues. Note: A grade of C or better is required on the final assessment in order to earn a passing grade in this course. Applicable Course Fees can be found at https://my.davenport.edu/financial-aid/how-much-does-du-cost/tuition-and-fees. | |
| MGMT610 | Management today is not business as usual. Disruptive technology, challenging economies, global markets, and significant environmental concerns require visionary responses that consistently cause leading CEOs to rank the development of creative and critical thinking as an organizational priority and an essential lifelong learning practice. Through the introduction and application of idea generation tools and decision-making techniques in a variety of organizational contexts, this foundational course prepares students for successful learning in the Master of Management program and for successful practice in their chosen careers. Applicable Course Fees can be found at https://my.davenport.edu/financial-aid/how-much-does-du-cost/tuition-and-fees. | |
| MGMT670 | This course explores the entrepreneurial process and its applications in new ventures and other aspects of business management. It examines various approaches to building new venture teams, securing financial support and implementing strategies for sustainable enterprise growth and development. The student will develop the ability to recognize and promote opportunities for change in their organization. Applicable Course Fees can be found at https://my.davenport.edu/financial-aid/how-much-does-du-cost/tuition-and-fees. | |
| MGMT732 | Students will gain an understanding of the concepts and practices necessary to lead companies in a project environment; impacting all areas of the organization, such as operations management, technology initiatives, human resources policies and product development. The course will focus on translating global organizational objectives into project initiatives that meet corporate goals. Topics include leadership and communication skills, the role of the Project Management Office (PMO), and the associated processes and controls required to manage project portfolios in a coordinated global environment. Special focus is given to agile project management concepts necessary to operate in an ever-changing environment. Applicable Course Fees can be found at https://my.davenport.edu/financial-aid/how-much-does-du-cost/tuition-and-fees. | |
| MGMT760 | An interdisciplinary approach to organization design and development serves as the foundation to evaluate organization performance at many levels. This class emphasizes the alignment of organizational design objectives, which focus on structure and systems to improve efficiency, with organizational development objectives to improve individual performance, group effectiveness and organizational culture. Within the context of an organization’s mission and stakeholder set, the influence of different structures and systems on organizational culture and communication are evaluated to identify the optimum design that will support long term performance and development goals. Applicable Course Fees can be found at https://my.davenport.edu/financial-aid/how-much-does-du-cost/tuition-and-fees. Prerequisite(s): HRMG700 or MGMT653 | |
| MGMT775 | The nature of the global economy and constantly changing environments results in organizations that must be adaptable to be successful. Nothing changes until people’s behaviors change. This course will focus on the role a transformational leader plays in creating a culture of change and managing change. Transformational leaders direct change by creating a compelling shared vision and effectively communicating this vision to all stakeholders. The full range of transformational leadership behaviors and strategies to build and sustain a culture that embraces change will be explored. Case studies and real-life scenarios will be used to better understand resistance to change, change obstacles, ethical ramifications, and how a leader can anticipate and overcome these challenges. Applicable Course Fees can be found at https://my.davenport.edu/financial-aid/how-much-does-du-cost/tuition-and-fees. Prerequisite(s): MGMT653 or MGMT760 | |
| MGMT784 | Managers struggle each day to make optimal decisions in the face of inaccurate or incomplete information. As the quantity and quality of information increase, the inherent risks of decision-making decline. This course builds skills in using data to drive decisions: scanning for critical internal and external data; gathering reliable secondary data, creating primary data as necessary, and reaching meaningful conclusions through rigorous analysis of all the data available. The student will be required to apply executive-level skills to decision-making to achieve the vision of an actual business venture. Applicable Course Fees can be found at https://my.davenport.edu/financial-aid/how-much-does-du-cost/tuition-and-fees. Prerequisite(s): Completion of a minimum of 21 credits in the MBA or MM degree | |
| MKTG638 | This course prepares students to competently interact in the global business environment. Students will study cross-cultural communication, the importance of creating an organization with a high level of cultural and global awareness, and will explore the marketing impact of culture on decision making, values, time perception. Complex business and communication problems, advocacy skills, and creative approaches to communications that integrate technology skills will also be explored. Applicable Course Fees can be found at https://my.davenport.edu/financial-aid/how-much-does-du-cost/tuition-and-fees. |
Capstone |
3 Credits | |
|---|---|---|
| MGMT795 | This course will integrate the concepts from previous courses as students learn the steps of the strategic planning and decision-making process. Course content will focus on a holistic approach to strategic analysis, formulation, and implementation taking into consideration an organization’s various stakeholders. Corporate governance, ethical and legal considerations and creating an environment of entrepreneurship will also be explored. Students will apply strategic planning theory and concepts when working with a business on one of their strategic concerns. A grade of B or better must be earned to pass this course successfully. Applicable Course Fees can be found at https://my.davenport.edu/financial-aid/how-much-does-du-cost/tuition-and-fees. Prerequisite(s): This course must be taken in the last semester |
Master of Management
Master of Management (MASTER MGMT)
30 Credits
MASTER OF MANAGEMENT • 30 CREDITS • MASTER MGMT
Program Description
Students seeking the Masters of Management degree (MM) will develop key employee knowledge, skills, and capabilities desired by all types of organizations operating within the dynamic global environment. The focus areas of this 30-credit program include leadership, stakeholder engagement, a culture of change, collaboration, process management and contemporary structure and design. Theory, application and reflection are integrated throughout this program to enhance creativity, critical thinking and decision-making capabilities.
Any exceptions or variations must be approved by the MBA/MM exceptions committee.
Which class should I take? When should I take it?
See our Recommended Program Sequences:
Courses |
27 Credits | |
|---|---|---|
| FINC610 | This course applies finance concepts to evaluate and manage budgets in financial decision making in the global environment. The course will include a foundational knowledge of accounting principles such as budget development and execution, program initiation, cost and revenue estimation, budget strategy and evaluation. Students will prepare a plan to obtain funding and manage a project or department budget. Basic financial concepts are covered such as capital budgeting, working capital management, risk and return measurement, cost classification, debt and equity financing and cash flow analysis. Students should be familiar with Microsoft Excel. Applicable Course Fees can be found at https://my.davenport.edu/financial-aid/how-much-does-du-cost/tuition-and-fees. | |
| HRMG700 | This course is designed to introduce the graduate student to the whole spectrum of human resources’ responsibilities and major functions. Topics include staffing, compensation, training, organizational development, employee and labor relations, human resources information systems, and global HR management. An emphasis will be placed upon learning the specific human resources’ disciplines and how to strategically apply that knowledge to solve organization-wide issues. Note: A grade of C or better is required on the final assessment in order to earn a passing grade in this course. Applicable Course Fees can be found at https://my.davenport.edu/financial-aid/how-much-does-du-cost/tuition-and-fees. | |
| MGMT610 | Management today is not business as usual. Disruptive technology, challenging economies, global markets, and significant environmental concerns require visionary responses that consistently cause leading CEOs to rank the development of creative and critical thinking as an organizational priority and an essential lifelong learning practice. Through the introduction and application of idea generation tools and decision-making techniques in a variety of organizational contexts, this foundational course prepares students for successful learning in the Master of Management program and for successful practice in their chosen careers. Applicable Course Fees can be found at https://my.davenport.edu/financial-aid/how-much-does-du-cost/tuition-and-fees. | |
| MGMT670 | This course explores the entrepreneurial process and its applications in new ventures and other aspects of business management. It examines various approaches to building new venture teams, securing financial support and implementing strategies for sustainable enterprise growth and development. The student will develop the ability to recognize and promote opportunities for change in their organization. Applicable Course Fees can be found at https://my.davenport.edu/financial-aid/how-much-does-du-cost/tuition-and-fees. | |
| MGMT732 | Students will gain an understanding of the concepts and practices necessary to lead companies in a project environment; impacting all areas of the organization, such as operations management, technology initiatives, human resources policies and product development. The course will focus on translating global organizational objectives into project initiatives that meet corporate goals. Topics include leadership and communication skills, the role of the Project Management Office (PMO), and the associated processes and controls required to manage project portfolios in a coordinated global environment. Special focus is given to agile project management concepts necessary to operate in an ever-changing environment. Applicable Course Fees can be found at https://my.davenport.edu/financial-aid/how-much-does-du-cost/tuition-and-fees. | |
| MGMT760 | An interdisciplinary approach to organization design and development serves as the foundation to evaluate organization performance at many levels. This class emphasizes the alignment of organizational design objectives, which focus on structure and systems to improve efficiency, with organizational development objectives to improve individual performance, group effectiveness and organizational culture. Within the context of an organization’s mission and stakeholder set, the influence of different structures and systems on organizational culture and communication are evaluated to identify the optimum design that will support long term performance and development goals. Applicable Course Fees can be found at https://my.davenport.edu/financial-aid/how-much-does-du-cost/tuition-and-fees. Prerequisite(s): HRMG700 or MGMT653 | |
| MGMT775 | The nature of the global economy and constantly changing environments results in organizations that must be adaptable to be successful. Nothing changes until people’s behaviors change. This course will focus on the role a transformational leader plays in creating a culture of change and managing change. Transformational leaders direct change by creating a compelling shared vision and effectively communicating this vision to all stakeholders. The full range of transformational leadership behaviors and strategies to build and sustain a culture that embraces change will be explored. Case studies and real-life scenarios will be used to better understand resistance to change, change obstacles, ethical ramifications, and how a leader can anticipate and overcome these challenges. Applicable Course Fees can be found at https://my.davenport.edu/financial-aid/how-much-does-du-cost/tuition-and-fees. Prerequisite(s): MGMT653 or MGMT760 | |
| MGMT784 | Managers struggle each day to make optimal decisions in the face of inaccurate or incomplete information. As the quantity and quality of information increase, the inherent risks of decision-making decline. This course builds skills in using data to drive decisions: scanning for critical internal and external data; gathering reliable secondary data, creating primary data as necessary, and reaching meaningful conclusions through rigorous analysis of all the data available. The student will be required to apply executive-level skills to decision-making to achieve the vision of an actual business venture. Applicable Course Fees can be found at https://my.davenport.edu/financial-aid/how-much-does-du-cost/tuition-and-fees. Prerequisite(s): Completion of a minimum of 21 credits in the MBA or MM degree | |
| MKTG638 | This course prepares students to competently interact in the global business environment. Students will study cross-cultural communication, the importance of creating an organization with a high level of cultural and global awareness, and will explore the marketing impact of culture on decision making, values, time perception. Complex business and communication problems, advocacy skills, and creative approaches to communications that integrate technology skills will also be explored. Applicable Course Fees can be found at https://my.davenport.edu/financial-aid/how-much-does-du-cost/tuition-and-fees. |
Capstone |
3 Credits | |
|---|---|---|
| MGMT795 | This course will integrate the concepts from previous courses as students learn the steps of the strategic planning and decision-making process. Course content will focus on a holistic approach to strategic analysis, formulation, and implementation taking into consideration an organization’s various stakeholders. Corporate governance, ethical and legal considerations and creating an environment of entrepreneurship will also be explored. Students will apply strategic planning theory and concepts when working with a business on one of their strategic concerns. A grade of B or better must be earned to pass this course successfully. Applicable Course Fees can be found at https://my.davenport.edu/financial-aid/how-much-does-du-cost/tuition-and-fees. Prerequisite(s): This course must be taken in the last semester |
Master of Management
Master of Management (MASTER MGMT)
30 Credits
MASTER OF MANAGEMENT • 30 CREDITS • MASTER MGMT
Program Description
Students seeking the Masters of Management degree (MM) will develop key employee knowledge, skills, and capabilities desired by all types of organizations operating within the dynamic global environment. The focus areas of this 30-credit program include leadership, stakeholder engagement, a culture of change, collaboration, process management and contemporary structure and design. Theory, application and reflection are integrated throughout this program to enhance creativity, critical thinking and decision-making capabilities.
Any exceptions or variations must be approved by the MBA/MM exceptions committee.
Which class should I take? When should I take it?
See our Recommended Program Sequences:
Courses |
27 Credits | |
|---|---|---|
| FINC610 | This course applies finance concepts to evaluate and manage budgets in financial decision making in the global environment. The course will include a foundational knowledge of accounting principles such as budget development and execution, program initiation, cost and revenue estimation, budget strategy and evaluation. Students will prepare a plan to obtain funding and manage a project or department budget. Basic financial concepts are covered such as capital budgeting, working capital management, risk and return measurement, cost classification, debt and equity financing and cash flow analysis. Students should be familiar with Microsoft Excel. Applicable Course Fees can be found at https://my.davenport.edu/financial-aid/how-much-does-du-cost/tuition-and-fees. | |
| HRMG700 | This course is designed to introduce the graduate student to the whole spectrum of human resources’ responsibilities and major functions. Topics include staffing, compensation, training, organizational development, employee and labor relations, human resources information systems, and global HR management. An emphasis will be placed upon learning the specific human resources’ disciplines and how to strategically apply that knowledge to solve organization-wide issues. Note: A grade of C or better is required on the final assessment in order to earn a passing grade in this course. Applicable Course Fees can be found at https://my.davenport.edu/financial-aid/how-much-does-du-cost/tuition-and-fees. | |
| MGMT610 | Management today is not business as usual. Disruptive technology, challenging economies, global markets, and significant environmental concerns require visionary responses that consistently cause leading CEOs to rank the development of creative and critical thinking as an organizational priority and an essential lifelong learning practice. Through the introduction and application of idea generation tools and decision-making techniques in a variety of organizational contexts, this foundational course prepares students for successful learning in the Master of Management program and for successful practice in their chosen careers. Applicable Course Fees can be found at https://my.davenport.edu/financial-aid/how-much-does-du-cost/tuition-and-fees. | |
| MGMT670 | This course explores the entrepreneurial process and its applications in new ventures and other aspects of business management. It examines various approaches to building new venture teams, securing financial support and implementing strategies for sustainable enterprise growth and development. The student will develop the ability to recognize and promote opportunities for change in their organization. Applicable Course Fees can be found at https://my.davenport.edu/financial-aid/how-much-does-du-cost/tuition-and-fees. | |
| MGMT732 | Students will gain an understanding of the concepts and practices necessary to lead companies in a project environment; impacting all areas of the organization, such as operations management, technology initiatives, human resources policies and product development. The course will focus on translating global organizational objectives into project initiatives that meet corporate goals. Topics include leadership and communication skills, the role of the Project Management Office (PMO), and the associated processes and controls required to manage project portfolios in a coordinated global environment. Special focus is given to agile project management concepts necessary to operate in an ever-changing environment. Applicable Course Fees can be found at https://my.davenport.edu/financial-aid/how-much-does-du-cost/tuition-and-fees. | |
| MGMT760 | An interdisciplinary approach to organization design and development serves as the foundation to evaluate organization performance at many levels. This class emphasizes the alignment of organizational design objectives, which focus on structure and systems to improve efficiency, with organizational development objectives to improve individual performance, group effectiveness and organizational culture. Within the context of an organization’s mission and stakeholder set, the influence of different structures and systems on organizational culture and communication are evaluated to identify the optimum design that will support long term performance and development goals. Applicable Course Fees can be found at https://my.davenport.edu/financial-aid/how-much-does-du-cost/tuition-and-fees. Prerequisite(s): HRMG700 or MGMT653 | |
| MGMT775 | The nature of the global economy and constantly changing environments results in organizations that must be adaptable to be successful. Nothing changes until people’s behaviors change. This course will focus on the role a transformational leader plays in creating a culture of change and managing change. Transformational leaders direct change by creating a compelling shared vision and effectively communicating this vision to all stakeholders. The full range of transformational leadership behaviors and strategies to build and sustain a culture that embraces change will be explored. Case studies and real-life scenarios will be used to better understand resistance to change, change obstacles, ethical ramifications, and how a leader can anticipate and overcome these challenges. Applicable Course Fees can be found at https://my.davenport.edu/financial-aid/how-much-does-du-cost/tuition-and-fees. Prerequisite(s): MGMT653 or MGMT760 | |
| MGMT784 | Managers struggle each day to make optimal decisions in the face of inaccurate or incomplete information. As the quantity and quality of information increase, the inherent risks of decision-making decline. This course builds skills in using data to drive decisions: scanning for critical internal and external data; gathering reliable secondary data, creating primary data as necessary, and reaching meaningful conclusions through rigorous analysis of all the data available. The student will be required to apply executive-level skills to decision-making to achieve the vision of an actual business venture. Applicable Course Fees can be found at https://my.davenport.edu/financial-aid/how-much-does-du-cost/tuition-and-fees. Prerequisite(s): Completion of a minimum of 21 credits in the MBA or MM degree | |
| MKTG638 | This course prepares students to competently interact in the global business environment. Students will study cross-cultural communication, the importance of creating an organization with a high level of cultural and global awareness, and will explore the marketing impact of culture on decision making, values, time perception. Complex business and communication problems, advocacy skills, and creative approaches to communications that integrate technology skills will also be explored. Applicable Course Fees can be found at https://my.davenport.edu/financial-aid/how-much-does-du-cost/tuition-and-fees. |
Capstone |
3 Credits | |
|---|---|---|
| MGMT795 | This course will integrate the concepts from previous courses as students learn the steps of the strategic planning and decision-making process. Course content will focus on a holistic approach to strategic analysis, formulation, and implementation taking into consideration an organization’s various stakeholders. Corporate governance, ethical and legal considerations and creating an environment of entrepreneurship will also be explored. Students will apply strategic planning theory and concepts when working with a business on one of their strategic concerns. A grade of B or better must be earned to pass this course successfully. Applicable Course Fees can be found at https://my.davenport.edu/financial-aid/how-much-does-du-cost/tuition-and-fees. Prerequisite(s): This course must be taken in the last semester |
Master of Management
Master of Management (MASTER MGMT)
33 Credits
MASTER OF MANAGEMENT • 33 CREDITS • MASTER MGMT
Program Description
Students seeking the Masters of Management degree (MM) will develop key employee knowledge, skills, and capabilities desired by all types of organizations operating within the dynamic global environment. The focus areas of this 33 credit program include: leadership, stakeholder engagement, a culture of change, collaboration, process management and contemporary structure and design. Theory, application, and reflection are integrated throughout this program to enhance creativity, critical thinking, and decision-making capabilities.
Which class should I take? When should I take it?
See our Recommended Program Sequences:
Courses |
(30) Credits | |
|---|---|---|
| CISP600 | This course reviews the major content areas of information systems management that will be examined at various organizational levels of MS Technology Management. The major content areas (IT domains) to be covered include information technology management, networking, Web, database, programming and systems development. Upon completion of this course, students will be prepared to analyze, define, and research the unique management considerations of each domain within various organization levels. Applicable Course Fees can be found at https://my.davenport.edu/financial-aid/how-much-does-du-cost/tuition-and-fees. | |
| FINC610 | This course applies finance concepts to evaluate and manage budgets in financial decision making in the global environment. The course will include a foundational knowledge of accounting principles such as budget development and execution, program initiation, cost and revenue estimation, budget strategy and evaluation. Students will prepare a plan to obtain funding and manage a project or department budget. Basic financial concepts are covered such as capital budgeting, working capital management, risk and return measurement, cost classification, debt and equity financing and cash flow analysis. Students should be familiar with Microsoft Excel. Applicable Course Fees can be found at https://my.davenport.edu/financial-aid/how-much-does-du-cost/tuition-and-fees. | |
| HRMG700 | This course is designed to introduce the graduate student to the whole spectrum of human resources’ responsibilities and major functions. Topics include staffing, compensation, training, organizational development, employee and labor relations, human resources information systems, and global HR management. An emphasis will be placed upon learning the specific human resources’ disciplines and how to strategically apply that knowledge to solve organization-wide issues. Note: A grade of C or better is required on the final assessment in order to earn a passing grade in this course. Applicable Course Fees can be found at https://my.davenport.edu/financial-aid/how-much-does-du-cost/tuition-and-fees. | |
| MGMT610 | Management today is not business as usual. Disruptive technology, challenging economies, global markets, and significant environmental concerns require visionary responses that consistently cause leading CEOs to rank the development of creative and critical thinking as an organizational priority and an essential lifelong learning practice. Through the introduction and application of idea generation tools and decision-making techniques in a variety of organizational contexts, this foundational course prepares students for successful learning in the Master of Management program and for successful practice in their chosen careers. Applicable Course Fees can be found at https://my.davenport.edu/financial-aid/how-much-does-du-cost/tuition-and-fees. | |
| MGMT732 | Students will gain an understanding of the concepts and practices necessary to lead companies in a project environment; impacting all areas of the organization, such as operations management, technology initiatives, human resources policies and product development. The course will focus on translating global organizational objectives into project initiatives that meet corporate goals. Topics include leadership and communication skills, the role of the Project Management Office (PMO), and the associated processes and controls required to manage project portfolios in a coordinated global environment. Special focus is given to agile project management concepts necessary to operate in an ever-changing environment. Applicable Course Fees can be found at https://my.davenport.edu/financial-aid/how-much-does-du-cost/tuition-and-fees. | |
| MGMT747 | This course studies sustainable business frameworks including the three-part bottom line; environmental, social and economic capital as drivers of business value creation and innovation. Sustainability best practices are explored at the national and global levels along with their implementation by businesses. The role of business and government sectors in fostering sustainability is examined. Disruptive innovation associated with clean technology and serving the poor at the base of the pyramid is also studied. Natural ecosystems processes and change are explored, along with human influences on climate change, land use, and resource extraction. Sustainability is examined from the perspective of one of the biggest business opportunities for present day companies. Note: A grade of C or better is required on the final assessment in order to earn a passing grade in this course. Applicable Course Fees can be found at https://my.davenport.edu/financial-aid/how-much-does-du-cost/tuition-and-fe | |
| MGMT760 | An interdisciplinary approach to organization design and development serves as the foundation to evaluate organization performance at many levels. This class emphasizes the alignment of organizational design objectives, which focus on structure and systems to improve efficiency, with organizational development objectives to improve individual performance, group effectiveness and organizational culture. Within the context of an organization’s mission and stakeholder set, the influence of different structures and systems on organizational culture and communication are evaluated to identify the optimum design that will support long term performance and development goals. Applicable Course Fees can be found at https://my.davenport.edu/financial-aid/how-much-does-du-cost/tuition-and-fees. Prerequisite(s): HRMG700 or MGMT653 | |
| MGMT775 | The nature of the global economy and constantly changing environments results in organizations that must be adaptable to be successful. Nothing changes until people’s behaviors change. This course will focus on the role a transformational leader plays in creating a culture of change and managing change. Transformational leaders direct change by creating a compelling shared vision and effectively communicating this vision to all stakeholders. The full range of transformational leadership behaviors and strategies to build and sustain a culture that embraces change will be explored. Case studies and real-life scenarios will be used to better understand resistance to change, change obstacles, ethical ramifications, and how a leader can anticipate and overcome these challenges. Applicable Course Fees can be found at https://my.davenport.edu/financial-aid/how-much-does-du-cost/tuition-and-fees. Prerequisite(s): MGMT653 or MGMT760 | |
| MGMT784 | Managers struggle each day to make optimal decisions in the face of inaccurate or incomplete information. As the quantity and quality of information increase, the inherent risks of decision-making decline. This course builds skills in using data to drive decisions: scanning for critical internal and external data; gathering reliable secondary data, creating primary data as necessary, and reaching meaningful conclusions through rigorous analysis of all the data available. The student will be required to apply executive-level skills to decision-making to achieve the vision of an actual business venture. Applicable Course Fees can be found at https://my.davenport.edu/financial-aid/how-much-does-du-cost/tuition-and-fees. Prerequisite(s): Completion of a minimum of 21 credits in the MBA or MM degree | |
| MKTG638 | This course prepares students to competently interact in the global business environment. Students will study cross-cultural communication, the importance of creating an organization with a high level of cultural and global awareness, and will explore the marketing impact of culture on decision making, values, time perception. Complex business and communication problems, advocacy skills, and creative approaches to communications that integrate technology skills will also be explored. Applicable Course Fees can be found at https://my.davenport.edu/financial-aid/how-much-does-du-cost/tuition-and-fees. |
Capstone |
3 Credits | |
|---|---|---|
| MGMT795 | This course will integrate the concepts from previous courses as students learn the steps of the strategic planning and decision-making process. Course content will focus on a holistic approach to strategic analysis, formulation, and implementation taking into consideration an organization’s various stakeholders. Corporate governance, ethical and legal considerations and creating an environment of entrepreneurship will also be explored. Students will apply strategic planning theory and concepts when working with a business on one of their strategic concerns. A grade of B or better must be earned to pass this course successfully. Applicable Course Fees can be found at https://my.davenport.edu/financial-aid/how-much-does-du-cost/tuition-and-fees. Prerequisite(s): This course must be taken in the last semester |
Master of Management
Master of Management (MASTER MGMT)
33 Credits
MASTER OF MANAGEMENT • 33 CREDITS • MASTER MGMT
Program Description
Students seeking the Masters of Management degree (MM) will develop key employee knowledge, skills, and capabilities desired by all types of organizations operating within the dynamic global environment. The focus areas of this 33 credit program include: leadership, stakeholder engagement, a culture of change, collaboration, process management and contemporary structure and design. Theory, application, and reflection are integrated throughout this program to enhance creativity, critical thinking, and decision-making capabilities.
Which class should I take? When should I take it?
See our Recommended Program Sequences:
Courses |
(30) Credits | |
|---|---|---|
| CISP600 | This course reviews the major content areas of information systems management that will be examined at various organizational levels of MS Technology Management. The major content areas (IT domains) to be covered include information technology management, networking, Web, database, programming and systems development. Upon completion of this course, students will be prepared to analyze, define, and research the unique management considerations of each domain within various organization levels. Applicable Course Fees can be found at https://my.davenport.edu/financial-aid/how-much-does-du-cost/tuition-and-fees. | |
| FINC610 | This course applies finance concepts to evaluate and manage budgets in financial decision making in the global environment. The course will include a foundational knowledge of accounting principles such as budget development and execution, program initiation, cost and revenue estimation, budget strategy and evaluation. Students will prepare a plan to obtain funding and manage a project or department budget. Basic financial concepts are covered such as capital budgeting, working capital management, risk and return measurement, cost classification, debt and equity financing and cash flow analysis. Students should be familiar with Microsoft Excel. Applicable Course Fees can be found at https://my.davenport.edu/financial-aid/how-much-does-du-cost/tuition-and-fees. | |
| HRMG700 | This course is designed to introduce the graduate student to the whole spectrum of human resources’ responsibilities and major functions. Topics include staffing, compensation, training, organizational development, employee and labor relations, human resources information systems, and global HR management. An emphasis will be placed upon learning the specific human resources’ disciplines and how to strategically apply that knowledge to solve organization-wide issues. Note: A grade of C or better is required on the final assessment in order to earn a passing grade in this course. Applicable Course Fees can be found at https://my.davenport.edu/financial-aid/how-much-does-du-cost/tuition-and-fees. | |
| MGMT610 | Management today is not business as usual. Disruptive technology, challenging economies, global markets, and significant environmental concerns require visionary responses that consistently cause leading CEOs to rank the development of creative and critical thinking as an organizational priority and an essential lifelong learning practice. Through the introduction and application of idea generation tools and decision-making techniques in a variety of organizational contexts, this foundational course prepares students for successful learning in the Master of Management program and for successful practice in their chosen careers. Applicable Course Fees can be found at https://my.davenport.edu/financial-aid/how-much-does-du-cost/tuition-and-fees. | |
| MGMT732 | Students will gain an understanding of the concepts and practices necessary to lead companies in a project environment; impacting all areas of the organization, such as operations management, technology initiatives, human resources policies and product development. The course will focus on translating global organizational objectives into project initiatives that meet corporate goals. Topics include leadership and communication skills, the role of the Project Management Office (PMO), and the associated processes and controls required to manage project portfolios in a coordinated global environment. Special focus is given to agile project management concepts necessary to operate in an ever-changing environment. Applicable Course Fees can be found at https://my.davenport.edu/financial-aid/how-much-does-du-cost/tuition-and-fees. | |
| MGMT747 | This course studies sustainable business frameworks including the three-part bottom line; environmental, social and economic capital as drivers of business value creation and innovation. Sustainability best practices are explored at the national and global levels along with their implementation by businesses. The role of business and government sectors in fostering sustainability is examined. Disruptive innovation associated with clean technology and serving the poor at the base of the pyramid is also studied. Natural ecosystems processes and change are explored, along with human influences on climate change, land use, and resource extraction. Sustainability is examined from the perspective of one of the biggest business opportunities for present day companies. Note: A grade of C or better is required on the final assessment in order to earn a passing grade in this course. Applicable Course Fees can be found at https://my.davenport.edu/financial-aid/how-much-does-du-cost/tuition-and-fe | |
| MGMT760 | An interdisciplinary approach to organization design and development serves as the foundation to evaluate organization performance at many levels. This class emphasizes the alignment of organizational design objectives, which focus on structure and systems to improve efficiency, with organizational development objectives to improve individual performance, group effectiveness and organizational culture. Within the context of an organization’s mission and stakeholder set, the influence of different structures and systems on organizational culture and communication are evaluated to identify the optimum design that will support long term performance and development goals. Applicable Course Fees can be found at https://my.davenport.edu/financial-aid/how-much-does-du-cost/tuition-and-fees. Prerequisite(s): HRMG700 or MGMT653 | |
| MGMT775 | The nature of the global economy and constantly changing environments results in organizations that must be adaptable to be successful. Nothing changes until people’s behaviors change. This course will focus on the role a transformational leader plays in creating a culture of change and managing change. Transformational leaders direct change by creating a compelling shared vision and effectively communicating this vision to all stakeholders. The full range of transformational leadership behaviors and strategies to build and sustain a culture that embraces change will be explored. Case studies and real-life scenarios will be used to better understand resistance to change, change obstacles, ethical ramifications, and how a leader can anticipate and overcome these challenges. Applicable Course Fees can be found at https://my.davenport.edu/financial-aid/how-much-does-du-cost/tuition-and-fees. Prerequisite(s): MGMT653 or MGMT760 | |
| MGMT784 | Managers struggle each day to make optimal decisions in the face of inaccurate or incomplete information. As the quantity and quality of information increase, the inherent risks of decision-making decline. This course builds skills in using data to drive decisions: scanning for critical internal and external data; gathering reliable secondary data, creating primary data as necessary, and reaching meaningful conclusions through rigorous analysis of all the data available. The student will be required to apply executive-level skills to decision-making to achieve the vision of an actual business venture. Applicable Course Fees can be found at https://my.davenport.edu/financial-aid/how-much-does-du-cost/tuition-and-fees. Prerequisite(s): Completion of a minimum of 21 credits in the MBA or MM degree | |
| MKTG638 | This course prepares students to competently interact in the global business environment. Students will study cross-cultural communication, the importance of creating an organization with a high level of cultural and global awareness, and will explore the marketing impact of culture on decision making, values, time perception. Complex business and communication problems, advocacy skills, and creative approaches to communications that integrate technology skills will also be explored. Applicable Course Fees can be found at https://my.davenport.edu/financial-aid/how-much-does-du-cost/tuition-and-fees. |
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| MGMT795 | This course will integrate the concepts from previous courses as students learn the steps of the strategic planning and decision-making process. Course content will focus on a holistic approach to strategic analysis, formulation, and implementation taking into consideration an organization’s various stakeholders. Corporate governance, ethical and legal considerations and creating an environment of entrepreneurship will also be explored. Students will apply strategic planning theory and concepts when working with a business on one of their strategic concerns. A grade of B or better must be earned to pass this course successfully. Applicable Course Fees can be found at https://my.davenport.edu/financial-aid/how-much-does-du-cost/tuition-and-fees. Prerequisite(s): This course must be taken in the last semester |