MGT 101 - Principles of Management

Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Credits: 3

Description: This course is a study of management theories, emphasizing the management functions of planning, decision making, organizing, leading, and controlling.

Prerequisite(s): Take ENG 100 and RDG 100 with a minimum grade of C.

Course Topics:

Management Functions: Planning, Organizing, Leading, and Controlling
Roles of supervisor, first-line managers, and upper management
Globalization in the competitive marketplace
Overview of Human Resource principles that apply to managers
Issues and challenges of leading employees

Textbooks:
Textbook information can be found on the Chaser’s Bark Shop website

Required Materials:

Student should have access to a computer with Microsoft Office (Word) and Internet

Grading System:
An overall grade of C or higher is required for transferability.

A = 90 - 100
B = 80 - 89
C = 70 - 79
D = 60 - 69
F = 0 - 59

Student Learning Outcomes:

Examine the four primary functions of management.
Analyze ethical issues in business and recommend responsible and sustainable managerial actions.
Develop a company SWOT analysis and use the results to develop strategic plans for an organization.
Contrast the roles outlined in the managerial hierarchy.

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Official Course Syllabus
2026-2027