Two Approaches to Business Strategy

This course demonstrates the ability of managerial skills to be equally viable for various fields by looking at famous figures throughout the 20th century, such as Dwight Eisenhower and Mae Jemison. Then, the focus shifts toward an overview of management science, a discipline which developed out of post-WWII management practices.

Leadership, in any context, is more complex than it may seem. A more nuanced understanding of what it means to lead can better color how decisions should be made and how various situations should be handled. This course is designed to offer an introduction into the realm of ethical leadership -- a necessary component for a healthy organizational culture -- and a topic which address what it means to be credible as an authority figure.

In successful businesses, accountability and performance cannot be overlooked or ignored. This course explores the importance of communication across responsibility centers and demonstrates the necessity of offering and receiving accurate information – particularly as it relates to accounting processes.

Intern with Central Products' HR Manager, Anne Chavez, as you explore each facet of what it takes to work in the field of Human Resources. A wonderful review of the fundamentals or an overview for first-time learners, this course covers everything from legal issues to motivating employees through leadership and team-building. You will familiarize yourself with the hiring process, from pre-employment through retirement or termination, and assist Ms. Chavez as she navigates through everyday HR issues like globalization, unions, and OSHA regulations.