LIS608

018206

This course is designed to provide new information professionals with a basic understanding of ethical dilemmas and management concepts and theories as they are practiced in information organizations and to build some beginning management skills and competencies. By the end of the course, students should have a broad understanding and be able to discuss the difference between leadership and management, the types of organizational structures and cultures, the value of diversity and inclusion to organizational effectiveness, strategic planning and decision-making structures and ethical decision-making. Basic development in budgeting, project management, human resource management, and effective self-management are part of the course. Students will develop an awareness of personal strengths, professional values and leadership styles and competencies. The course is intended to help students be effective in a variety of organizations and build skills that will lead to middle level management positions and beyond.

GRD - Regular Grades A, B, C, D, E

Graduate

CE - CL (Cross Listed), GIDP - AIAR (Applied Intercult. Arts Rsch.)