An overview of the fundamental concepts of organizational theory and design in the context of organizational efficiency and managerial roles. The objective is to analyze organizational theory concepts and the history of management thought and its relevance for managers today, evaluate how organizational structure and culture impact decision -making and workflow, analyze how systems thinking and external and internal factors affect contemporary organizational structure, and use organizational theory concepts to design strategic plans to meet organizational needs. Discussion covers essential concepts in organizational theory and design, including measures of effectiveness, organizational life cycles, options for organizational structure, the learning organization, effective decision making, and the manager¿s role in developing and maintaining the organizational structure. Topics include the appropriateness of organizational structures and design to meet the needs of the organization, organizational ethics and social responsibility, global issues, organizational effectiveness, and the challenges of managing in today's complex and rapidly changing environment.

Prerequisite: Completion of 24 credits of program coursework, including all core courses. A capstone investigation of how strategy interacts with and guides an organization within its internal and external environments. Focus is on corporate- and business unit-level strategy, strategy development, strategy implementation, and the overall strategic management process. Topics include organizational mission, vision, goal setting, environmental assessment, and strategic decision making. Techniques such as industry analysis, competitive analysis, and portfolio analysis are presented. Discussion covers strategic implementation as it relates to organizational structure, policy, leadership, and evaluation issues. The ability to think strategically and to weigh things from the perspective of the total enterprise operating in an increasingly global market environment is emphasized. Case analyses and text material are used to integrate knowledge and skills gained through previous study.