MGNT 460: Business and Society
Prerequisites: Senior standing and MGNT 322, or permission of the instructor
Credit Hours: (3) Three hours seminar
Contemporary issues organizations face with emphasis on the professional conduct of
business in a dynamic environment. Special topics may include: business ethics, social
responsibility, public affairs, competitiveness, community relations, labor relations,
issues management or environmental management.
Note(s): Cultural or Behavioral Analysis designated course.
Detailed Description of Conduct of Course
COURSE DESCRIPTION: This course focuses on building the skills sets necessary for
the student to become a leader in promoting ethical and socially responsibility actions
at the intersection of the economic, political, and social environments. Topics to
be covered include capitalism, corporate social responsibility, business ethics, regulation,
globalization, environmental policy, and employee relations.
Goals and Objectives of the Course
The student will be expected to:
1. Gain knowledge and insight to the semester鈥檚 selected contemporary issue(s).
2. Comprehend the dynamics of the selected topic and the potential impact managers
and organizations today.
3. Continue to gain and refine researching, writing and critical thinking skills.
Assessment Measures
Assessment measures appropriate to the design of the course will be used. Case analysis,
research projects and exams are strongly suggested.
Other Course Information
This course may fulfill one of the four electives required for the management major.
APPROVAL AND SUBSEQUENT REVIEWS
DATE ACTION REVIEWED BY
March, 2010
March 01, 2021