Managers require the ability to adapt to a fast-paced, constantly changing business environment that can include local, national and international business issues, and which may stretch across any sector or industry. Organizational effectiveness is a management professional's primary goal. Managers make decisions and direct resources within business functions that may include strategy, operations, recruiting, training and development, dispute resolution and other human resource issues. Professionals who can analyze, manage and resolve contemporary management issues are always in demand and are a critical component of any successful organization.
The management major in the Wayne State University Mike Ilitch School of Business prepares students to face these challenges head on and lead within organizations. Some covered subjects include:
- Organizations and their external environments
- Managing organizational change
- Solving workplace problems creatively
- Communicating effectively in a diverse work environment
- Building and empowering effective teams
- Developing conceptual and administrative skills
- Managing organizations as integrated units under uncertain conditions
