Information Competence as a Student Learning Outcome:
Developing Engaged Students in Business Disciplines

   

Representative assignments
indicating that students are being asked to demonstrate the various skills of information competence

SSM 304 Services Management
Theoretical and applied behavioral aspects involved in the effective management of service sector organizations. Concepts include individual differences, motivation, communications, group dynamics, power, conflict, decision-making, and leadership.

BUS 302 Business Environment
Examines the complex environment in which business decisions are made. Uncontrollable factors affecting an organization's performance includes the political, social, legal and regulatory, environmental, and technological issues. The competitive market structure and the impact of demographic diversity on organizations are an important part of an environmental analysis.

BUS 304 Business Statistics
Introduction to statistical concepts and methods relevant to business problems. Model building and analysis; case studies and intensive use of statistical software.

BUS 444 Strategic Management in Global Environments
Applies functional area knowledge to strategic decision situations in global, political, social, legal, regulatory, and competitive environments.