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Management - School of Business

NOTE: Students cannot repeat the 800/900 level courses and the same with the 900 level courses if it is cross listed.

The following courses last for one term, and are usually taken in the Fall term or the Winter term. All courses listed are half credit.

MSc COURSES

MGMT-803*

Statistics

This course begins with a review of the theory and practice of statistical estimation and hypothesis testing. The general linear model is examined in some detail, followed by some important extensions. Other topics may include non-parametric methods, bootstrap methods, and MANOVA.

MGMT-805*

Foundations of Strategy and Organizations

This course provides a foundation in strategy and organizations by focusing on classic readings and approaches to the field of strategic management. The principal objective is to acquaint students with dominant ideas and a historical context for understanding the evolution of the field. The aim of the course will be to examine a number of perspectives, consider the strengths and weaknesses of each, and to look at the comparative ability of these models to explain a variety of organizational phenomena (Fall Term course).

MGMT-806*

Strategy Implementation

The objectives of this course include providing an understanding of the processes that impact the effective implementation. This course provides an overview of theory and research in strategy implementation. It includes developing an understanding of: structuring the organization, roles and responsibilities for strategic action, assessing and aligning control systems, as well as managing strategic change and renewal.

MGMT-810*

Survey of Accounting Thought and Practice

This course is intended to expose students to a breadth of accounting theory, models, and research dealing with normative and empirical issues in financial accounting, financial reporting, conceptual frame-works, auditing, managerial, and behavioral accounting. Emphasis will be placed on the origins of these issues and current state of the art research and corresponding paradigms.

MGMT-811*

Management Accounting Research

This seminar provides a broad overview of contemporary research in management accounting. Emphasis is placed on competing theories of the role of management accounting in organizations and society, as well as the issues and problems surrounding the implementation of management accounting techniques in practice. A background in traditional cost and management accounting techniques is assumed.

MGMT-820*

Introduction to Finance

This course studies the theoretical foundations of the financial problems faced by individuals and firms under conditions of uncertainty. Contemporary theory is examined as it related to portfolio selection by individuals, equilibrium market values of capital assets, the behaviour of capital asset prices and yields over time.
(Cross with ECON-870* and MGMT-920*.)

MGMT-821*

Financial Derivatives

This course covers forward, futures, swap, and option contracts. It deals with how the contracts work, how they are used, how they are valued, and how financial institutions hedge their positions in the contracts. The topics covered in this course include Black-Scholes option pricing framework and various extensions, exotic options, interest rate options and their related pricing models, and computational techniques. The primary goal of this course is to provide students with the understanding of financial derivatives as they are used in the financial market. Crossed with MGMT-921*.

MGMT-822*

Corporate Finance

This course will develop an overall perspective of corporate financial decisions through an integrated coverage of some of the most important topics of corporate finance. Topics may include theory of the firm, capital structure, and dividend policy, corporate governance and corporate re-structuring. (Cross with MGMT-922*)

MGMT-840*

Marketing Strategy and Management

This course provides an overview of marketing strategy and management. The role of marketing within the firm is also discussed along with issues in structuring and implementing marketing programs. Marketing strategy focuses on the tools, concepts and processes that firms use to achieve competitive advantage through the creation of superior customer value. We discuss competitive and relational strategies, market dynamics, innovation and first mover advantage. Marketing management topics include branding, the marketing mix, international marketing, marketing ethics and social responsibility, and not for profit marketing. (.5 credit) (Crossed with MGMT-940*)

MGMT-841*

Qualitative Research in Marketing

This seminar course surveys philosophical perspectives which inform qualitative research in marketing. Critical pluralism, interpretivism, and postmodernism are considered in the context of studies which use ethnography, naturalistic inquiry, existential-phenomenology, semiotics, structuralism, literary criticism, critical theory, post-structuralism and hermeneutics. Research is seen to be learning and speaking a particular language. (Crossed with MGMT-941*)

MGMT-842*

Consumer Behaviour

This course seeks to enhance students' appreciation of the interdisciplinary and varied methodological nature of the field by providing an overview of issues concerned with "consumption," in a broad sense, as well as individual level consumer behavior, information processing and consumer decision-making. Topics include sociological and cultural influences on consumers, context effects that influence how consumers interpret and respond to marketing phenomena, and psychological and psycho-social influences on consumer choice and consumer decision processes. (Crossed with MGMT-942*)

MGMT-844*

Quantitative Research in Marketing

This course assumes students have previously taken courses in statistics and marketing research. With this background, students in this course review classic and current papers to the extent they inform the topics of philosophy of science, causality, theory construction, theory testing, experimental design, moderation, mediation, measurement and validity. Students are introduced to the terminology and practice of structural equation modeling. (.5 credit)
NOTE: Students cannot repeat the same 800/900 level course if it is cross listed.
(Crossed with MGMT-944*)

MGMT-850*

Foundations of Organization Theory and Research

The purpose of the course is to introduce you to the process of theory building in the field of organizational behaviour. The course examines several prominent theories in the field and explores recent evidence that assesses central claims made by the theory. The course also provides opportunities to develop skills in theory building. (Crossed with MGMT-950*)

MGMT-851*

Seminar in Micro-Organizational Behaviour

The aim of this course is to examine the individual in the organization. Topics include work stress and workplace safety, organizational commitment, trust in management, organizational justice, aggression and violence in organizations, absenteeism, attendance and withdrawal from the organization, motivation, leadership, part-time employment, young workers, and job design.
(Crossed with MGMT-951*)

MGMT-860*

Deterministic Operations Research Models

This course reviews and extends deterministic operations research model formulation, solution, and applications. Topics may include linear, non-linear, and integer programming, dynamic programming, spreadsheet modelling, network and transportation models, and project management models. Crossed with MGMT-960*.

MGMT-861*

Probabilistic Operations Research Models

This course reviews the formulation, solution, and application of a range of probabilistic modelling techniques. Topics may include inventory models, queueing, simulation, decision analysis, Markov models, forecasting, and stochastic dynamic programming. (Crossed with MGMT-961*).

MGMT-870*

Conceptual Foundations in MIS

This course surveys the major research areas in information systems, including the design, implementation, use, and management of information systems within organizations. Its purpose is to expose students to the classic Management Information Systems literature that has been influential in the development of the field and to introduce students to the breadth of the field. To do so, it explores the linkages between Management Information Systems and its various reference disciplines such as computer science, psychology, organizational theory, economics, and communication. (Crossed with MGMT-970*).

MGMT-871*

Research Methods in MIS

This course examines various research methodologies and analytical techniques commonly used in the MIS field. The emphasis of the course is both on reviewing existing empirical MIS research and on students developing their own research expertise and plans. Students learn how to design, conduct, evaluate, and present good research in the MIS area. (Crossed with MGMT-971*).

MGMT-882*

Economics of Organizations

This course discusses elements of the economics of organizational design and decision processes. Using concepts and techniques from applied microeconomics, it provides an analysis of organizational form, structure, and boundaries. Examples are drawn from the literature to illustrate the theoretical concepts and to demonstrate how they can be used to predict organizational performance and aid in changing organizations effectively. (Crossed with MGMT-982*)

MGMT-883*

Survey of Economics of Technology

This course surveys the main issues in the Economics of Technology and presents some of the seminal papers in the area. A major goal of this course is to develop an understanding of the nature of the forces driving competitive interaction between technology-based firms. Topics covered include: diffusion of innovations, technology strategy, managing R&D, patents, licensing, and the financial evaluation of new technologies.

MGMT-884*

Economics of Technological Innovation

This course provides an understanding of the economics of technological change and thus the foundations for technology strategy. Throughout the course we study both theoretical models and empirical analysis that clarify the interactions between market forces, technological innovation and firm capabilities. Topics include diffusion of technologies and patent races, licensing technology and joint ventures, technology standards, small entrepreneurial firms and innovation, financing R&D and technology policy.

MGMT-885*

Managerial Economics and Policy Seminar

This is a seminar course in which recent publications and studies will be used to highlight various key issues in managerial economics and policy. The specific topics covered may vary from year to year but will be representative of the major areas in which economics informs managerial decision-making. (Crossed with MGMT-985*)

MGMT-886*

International Trade and Factor Flows

This course provides a graduate level introduction to international economics with an emphasis on tools useful to managers and policy makers. Topics will be drawn from the theory of international trade, capital flows, foreign direct investment, migration, and technology flows. The course will cover both key theories in international economics and important empirical applications.

MGMT-887*

International Economic Policy and Global Management

This course examines the making of international economic policy from both normative and positive perspectives. Special attention will be given to the strategic implications of international borders for policy makers and managers. Topics include: optimal trade policy, political economy of protection, dispute resolution under NAFTA and the WTO, design of the international financial architecture, exchange rate regimes, skill-focused migration policy, and the international absorption and protection of technological knowledge.

MGMT-888*

Applied Statistics and Econometrics

This course is an introduction to the statistical tools needed to test economic relationships. It is designed so that students can understand empirical research and execute independent research projects of their own. The course starts with a review of statistical inference; next it discusses the general linear regression model, and finishes with some advanced topics. Statistical software packages will be introduced and used throughout the course. (crossed with MGMT-988).

MGMT-890*

MSc Research Workshop

This is a fall term course designed to foster student appreciation of research methods, and the development of their research project.

NOTE: Students cannot repeat the 800/900 level course if it is cross listed.

MGMT-898

MSc Research Project

PhD COURSES

MGMT-900*

Ethics in Organization Life

Corporations are widely thought to have an economic obligation to enhance shareholder value and in doing so they have a wide range of legal obligations to stakeholders both within and outside of the organization.But are there moral obligations as well?If so, what are they and to who are they owed?This is a business ethics course taught from a philosophical perspective.No prior course work in ethics is presumed.It is intended for M.Sc. and Ph.D. students who want to deepen their knowledge of ethical issues in both the profit and not-for-profit sectors.For students pursuing further theoretical or empirical work in the field the course provides a solid theoretical foundation. Ethical theories to be examined include Utilitarianism, Kantian Deontology, human rights and virtue ethics. Building on these frameworks, ethical issues will be explored in areas that can include privacy, discrimination and affirmative action, whistle-blowing, workplace health and safety, advertising, conflict of interest, executive compensation, bribery in international business, corporate social responsibility and corporate governance.

MGMT-902*

Linear Systems Analysis

This course is intended to give the student a strong grounding in the mathematics of linear systems, which is the foundation for modelling and optimization theory. Emphasis will be placed on geometrical interpretations and the development of an intuitive understanding rather than a rigorous mathematical development.

MGMT-903*

Foundations of Multivariate Statistics and the General Linear Model

This course is designed to provide a common foundation in statistics for doctoral students as a basis for more specialized statistical development. After reviewing some aspects of probability and the theory of statistical estimation, the general linear model is examined in detail. Some important extensions, and certain variants (e.g., discriminant and factor analysis) are also discussed. The emphasis is on the assumptions, limitations and power of the model(s) in the context of applied data analysis.

MGMT-904*

Statistical Research Methodology

Students in this course will accumulate experience in data analysis and model building. Students will work with various data sets and gain insight into the use of the structural equation model with specific applications in regression, factor analysis, canonical correlation, discriminant analysis, simultaneous equation systems, analysis of covariance, and multivariate analysis of variance. Other multivariate procedures will be reviewed as time permits.

MGMT-907*

Strategy Formulation

The objectives of this course include understanding theories and approaches to setting direction; assessing markets and rivalry. This course will develop students’ skills in analyzing the environment in which the firm competes, as well as the capabilities of the firm itself. Beyond analysis, this course will also help students understand how to design a strategy.

MGMT-908*

Current Topics in Strategy and Organizations

This is a survey course on current topics at the intersection of strategy and organizations. The focus of the course is to survey current knowledge and review the mechanisms for generating and communicating this knowledge in the field of strategic management. Drawing on recent advances in the field of strategy this course focuses on a variety of topics including alliances and networks, industry evolution, and organizational identity, cognition, strategic renewal and change.

MGMT-909*

Research Methods for Strategy

This course sequence is designed to ensure that students have the requisite knowledge and skill to conduct independent research. This includes a survey of research methods including Ethnographic Field Methods, Archival techniques, Econometrics, and Advanced Multivariate Analysis. Prior to enrolling in this course, students may be expected to demonstrate basic competency with commonly used statistical concepts and procedures such as probability theory, ANOVA, MANOVA, factor analysis, multiple regression, and similar procedures. Students should be able to describe when the use of such concepts and procedures are appropriate, cite the kinds of data/sampling requirements that must be met in their use, and interpret how results of such analyses can be used to answer a variety of research questions.

MGMT-910*

Market-based Financial Accounting Research

This seminar focuses on current market-based research in accounting. Topics include valuation theory, studies of the usefulness of accounting information to security market participants, use of the security returns as a tool for validating accounting procedures, earnings management, and analysts’ behaviour. A background in financial accounting theory, finance, and statistics is assumed.

MGMT-911*

Social and Behavioral Dimensions of Accounting Theory and Research

The seminar focuses on theory and research concerned with behavior, judgment and decision making in accounting contexts. This research is performed within auditing, tax, managerial accounting, and related environments. Theories are applied from cognitive psychology, social psychology, organizational theory, and economics.

MGMT-912*

Governance of Accounting Institutions

The course examines the institutional structures which support accounting practice. Material covered may include empirical and theoretical studies of accounting regulation, standard-setting, the development of the profession and institutional influence on financial disclosure and management control.

MGMT-913*

Special Topics

Specialized topics in accounting research will be covered. The subject matter may vary from year to year depending on the interests of students and faculty.

MGMT-914*

Field Research in Accounting

This seminar focuses on field-based research in accounting. Methodological issue arising from the field work will be addressed, and student will gain exposure to a broad cross-section of field research in accounting.

MGMT-920*

Introduction to Finance

This course studies the theoretical foundations of the financial problems faced by individuals and firms under conditions of uncertainty. Contemporary theory is examined as it relates to portfolio selection by individuals, equilibrium market values of capital assets, the behaviour of capital asset prices and yields over time.
(Cross with ECON-870* and MGMT-820*.)

MGMT-921*

Financial Derivatives

MGMT-922*

Corporate Finance

This course will develop an overall perspective on corporate financial decisions through an integrated coverage of some of the most important topics of corporate finance. Topics may include theory of the firm, capital structure, and dividend policy, corporate governance and corporate re-structuring.
(Cross with MGMT-822)

MGMT-923*

Advanced Asset Pricing

This course introduces the students to various topics on asset pricing in a continuous-time setting. The first part of the course covers contingent claim analysis and derivative pricing modeling, including their applications to other areas in finance. The second part of the course covers topics in optimal portfolio and consumption problems, equilibrium and intertemporal asset pricing models. Students should have had some previous exposure to microeconomics theory and some basic courses in financial derivatives. Strong backgrounds in calculus, linear algebra, and probability theory are recommended.

MGMT-924*

Topics in Financial Economics

This is a seminar course designed to expose doctoral students in finance to aspects of the theory of finance not covered in detail in other courses in the program. Its aim is to integrate these topics into a broader understanding of the overall field of finance. As the course will be examining advanced topics in the area, it is desirable for students to have completed MGMT-920* and MGMT-921* prior to this course, but concurrent enrolment may be considered at the discretion of the instructor. Topics will vary from year to year depending on the interests and backgrounds of the students and the instructor; recent topics have included asymmet-ric information and corporate finance, economic efficiency, arbitrage pricing theory, futures and forward pricing theory and tests.

MGMT-925*

Empirical Studies

This course is intended to introduce students to a number of substantive and, in some cases, specialized topics in the broadly defined area of empirical research in finance. Topics may include characteristics of financial asset returns, tests of market efficiency and empirical tests of asset pricing models.

MGMT-926*

Financial Systems: Theory and Applications

This course discusses the economic role of various types of financial intermediaries and financial markets. Topics include: the role of banks in facilitating financing flows between savers and borrowers; the role of payment systems, their problems and the evolution of electronic clearing systems; the evolution of the financial system and the changing role of institutions in accommodating new functions; financial regulation and deregulation. Examples will be drawn largely from Canada and the U.S. (Crossed with ECON-871*)

MGMT-937*

Retailing

This seminar identifies a variety of retailers and compares ways in which they respond to consumer demand, manage their human resource assets and create efficient supply change. The focus throughout the course is on conceptualizing the dimensions of retailing including frameworks for understanding retail practices and motives, market selection criteria, market entry mode, international and cross-cultural retailing, retail management, supply chain management and local market impacts of retailers. (.5 credit)

MGMT-938*

Channels of Distribution

The fundamental nature of marketing has always involved the study and management of the flow of goods and services from producer to consumer. Such a focus reveals that the channels of distribution perform basic functions and thereby create conflict due to the differing perspectives of channel members. Channel management attempts to ameliorate conflict in various ways such as by moving from a transactional to a relationship approach. By first reviewing these traditional materials through readings and cases, students in this course are then in a position to examine current thinking in supply chain management.(.5 credit)

MGMT-939*

Advanced Topics in Marketing

This seminar course exposes Ph.D. students in marketing to aspects of marketing not covered in detail in other courses in the program. This opportunity could be created by the presence of a visiting scholar or by the desire of current faculty to share the exploration of an emerging topic in marketing theory or practice. The aim of the course would be to integrate the topic into a broader understanding of the field of marketing. (.5 credit)

MGMT-940*

Marketing Strategy and Management

MGMT-941*

Qualitative Research in Marketing

MGMT-942*

Consumer Behaviour

MGMT-944*

Quantitative Research in Marketing

MGMT-946*

Marketing Philosophy, Theory and History

Since the formal inception of the discipline in the early 1900s, marketing has changed and evolved. A number of questions have marked this evolution: What is the nature and scope of marketing? Is marketing an art or a science? What criteria should be used to judge the contributions of marketing as a discipline? This course will provide an overview of challenges posed by these questions. It will also trace the growth of the discipline and its responses to changes in the business environment. (.5 credit)

MGMT-947*

Special Topics in Marketing

This seminar is designed to provide marketing graduate students with a deep exposure to specific topics in marketing as a way of stimulating both an understanding of and critical thinking about that topic. (.5 credit)

MGMT-948*

Services Marketing

In this seminar, participants will be exposed to the literature on the marketing of services. Participants are expected to: develop an understanding of the major issues involved in services marketing and in services marketing research; develop an ability to summarise and critically evaluate the current literature, and extend the current literature. Each participant is expected to contribute to seminar discussions, prepare critiques of selected articles, lead a class discussion in one session and prepare and present a paper. (.5 credit)

MGMT-949*

Marketing Models

Marketing researchers and practitioners can draw on recent scientific, computer, and statistical developments for improving marketing decision effectiveness. This course examines the more promising developments in these areas that assist researchers and managers in understanding critical issues in the use of choice models and causal models of marketing phenomena. (.5 credit)

MGMT-950*

Foundations of Organization Theory and Research

MGMT-951*

Seminar in Micro-Organizational Behavior

MGMT-952*

Advanced Topics in Organization Theory

This course analyses the development of, and contemporary directions in, the field of organization theory, with particular focus upon the relevance of organization theory to issues of economy and society. Drawing upon traditional and contemporary social theory as a backdrop, topics covered include scientific management, the human relations school, the Carnegie school, contingency analysis, labour process theory, resource dependence theory, the economic analysis of organizations, institutional theory, organizational demographics, and others.

MGMT-953*

Seminar in Meso-Organizational Behaviour and Human Resources

This course introduces students to meso organizational behaviour and human resources, which is concerned with the study of organizational phenomena that occur simultaneously across more than one level of analysis. Meso OB/HR includes research and theory that cross the individual, group, unit, organizational, and/or national levels of analysis. Students will learn about multilevel theory and methodologies. The course will also provide coverage of numerous OB/HR topics that span levels such as person-environment fit, socially shared cognition and affect, group and organizational climates, group diversity, emergent group processes, HR practices and organizational performance, and societal culture influences on organizations.

MGMT-955*

Special Topics in Management Science

Specialized topics in Management Science research will be covered. The subject may vary from year to year depending on the interests of the students and faculty.

MGMT-956*

Seminar on Conflict and Negotiation

This course introduces theoretical perspectives as an empirical research on conflict and negotiation, with particular emphasis on psychological approaches. The selection of topics will vary, but examples of areas likely to be covered include: negotiation analysis, economic approaches, information processing approaches, social processes approaches, the social context of negotiation, group negotiations, negotiating teams and inter-group negotiation, social roles, relationships between parties, communication theory, technology (e.g., negotiating at a distance), and third-party intervention.

MGMT-960*

Deterministic Operations Research Models

MGMT-961*

Probabilistic Operations Research Models

MGMT-962*

Stochastic Processes and Applications

This course provides a review of probability models and introduction to applied stochastic processes that are important in business settings. Topics may include Poisson processes, Markov chains, birth and death processes, random walk problems, elementary renewal theory, general; Markov processes, Brownian motion, and queuing theory. STAT-855* may be substituted for this course.

MGMT-963*

Mathematical Programming

This is a seminar designed to permit students to become familiar with the more advanced topics in mathematical programming. Topics covered will include: optimization theory, linear and non-linear programming, network theory, integer programming, and current research topics from the literature.

MGMT-964*

Seminar in Advanced Topics in Operation Research

This seminar will focus on topics of current interest in the field. Subjects may include combinatorial optimization methods, computational complexity, decision theory, operations management, revenue management, or others. The intention of the seminar is to bring students to the leading edge of research in the field, and extensive use of current journals will be made.

MGMT-970*

Conceptual Foundations in MIS

MGMT-971*

Research Methods in MIS

MGMT-972*

Advanced Topics in the Design, Development and Implementation of Information Systems

This seminar course will broadly investigate the management of the system development process, including analysis, design and implementation. Topics may include development methodologies, system and project planning, requirements analysis, prototyping, design methodologies and implementation
issues.

MGMT-973*

Advanced Topics in the Management of Information Systems

This course will examine current theoretical and empirical research on the management of information technology and information systems. It will focus on providing a normative understanding of how information technology can best be deployed in an organization. Topics may include examining the structure and organization of the IS function, the relationship of IT and firm level strategy, and an examination of alternative tools and techniques for the development of IT architecture. Specific topics will vary as a function of student and faculty interest.

MGMT-974*

Advanced Topics in the Evaluation of Information Systems

This course examines current research on the impact of information technology on individual, group and organizational performance. It focuses on developing an understanding of how information technology (IT) changes both the processes and outcomes of work within an organization. At the individual level, topics include the impact of IT on employee work and productivity, the determinants of IT usage, and the influence of IT on decision-making. At the group level, topics include the influence of IT on group communication, social processes, and productivity in face-to-face and distributed settings. At the organizational level, topics involving the evaluation of IT investments and their impact on firm performance are examined. A variety of research perspectives drawing on methods from psychology, organization theory, strategy, economics, sociology and other disciplines are examined.

MGMT-975*

Special Topics in MIS

Specialized topics in MIS research will be covered. The subject matter may vary from year to year depending on the interests of students and faculty.

MGMT-980*

Managerial Economics Theory and Research

This course will introduce students to the economic foundations of management. It reviews modern microeconomic and macroeconomic theory as they relate to management theory and the firm. The treatment will be essentially qualitative, although some statistics and mathematics will be required.

MGMT-981*

Advanced Topics in Managerial Economics

This is a seminar course. The specific topics covered may vary from year to year but will be representative of the major areas in which economics informs managerial decision-making. Recent publications and research studies are used both to draw together the theoretical knowledge acquired in earlier courses and to focus the student's attention on the application of this knowledge to business situations.

MGMT 982*

Economics of Organizations

MGMT-983*

Survey of Economics of Technology

MGMT-984*

Economics of Technological Innovation

MGMT-985*

Managerial Economics and Policy Seminar

MGMT-986*

International Trade and Factor Flows

MGMT-987*

International Economic Policy and Global Management

MGMT-988*

Applied Statistics and Econometrics

MGMT-989*

Research Project

The aim of this course is to introduce students to the conduct of research. Immediately following MGMT-890/990, students complete a research proposal which is presented formally to faculty and graduate students. Under the supervision of a faculty member, students then devote the Spring and Summer semesters of their first year of studies to carrying out the research outlined in the proposal. Completion of the course requires a written research paper of publishable quality submitted by the end of the Summer Term, and an oral presentation to faculty and graduate students, early in the Fall of the second year of studies.

MGMT-990*

Research Workshop

Concepts and methods which are applicable to the research process are discussed in workshop format. While examples may be provided by the research of faculty members and visitors, the workshop is intended primarily as a forum for the ongoing research of doctoral students.

MGMT-991*

Research Design

This course provides an in-depth critical analysis of a number of important research approaches. The emphasis of the course is on the development and implementation of several research projects representing various research design and data collection considerations. The objective is to provide advanced doctoral students actual experience with design, implementation and analysis of data.

MGMT-992*

Management Research Topics

Specialized topics in management research will be covered. The subject matter will vary from year to year depending on the interests of the faculty.

MGMT-993*

Teaching and Learning in Management and Business

Introduce graduate students to effective teaching techniques. These include traditional classroom-based teaching, case methods, research seminars. Effective job talks and career management issues will be covered. Classes require active participation by all students; in addition, opportunities to teach will be provided, followed by peer and professor feedback.

MGMT-999

Ph.D. Thesis

OTHER COURSES In addition to courses offered in the School of Business, graduate courses of related Programs within the University may be used to form or complement a student's individual program of study. By way of example, students electing a field in managerial economics will take some course work in the Department of Economics in preparation for their comprehensive field examination. Similar opportunities exist with respect to other fields of specialization.

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