BS - Management
The Bachelor of Science degree with a major in Management stresses skill development in business management. This includes analysis and problem solving, the application of global perspectives, the identification of appropriate methods of communication, the application of relevant technologies, and developing ethical solutions using critical thinking. All skills are examined within a biblical framework.
Upon completion of the program, students will be able to:
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Develop business analysis and problem solving skills in planning, organizing, controlling, and leading as they relate to business management.
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Apply global management perspectives to critical business decisions.
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Identify appropriate business management communication methods to reach diverse audiences in business environments.
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Apply relevant technologies to manage changing business conditions.
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Develop ethical solutions for business management opportunities using critical thinking.
- Integrate a biblical framework that guides interaction within the workplace.
The curriculum will be completed in the order established by Indiana Wesleyan University. Indiana Wesleyan University reserves the right to modify the curriculum as necessary.
Human Resource Management Specialization Option:
Management students have the option of adding a specialization of Human Resource Management by completing the Management core requirements (the specialization includes six hours of management core courses: MGT-435 and MGT-490), satisfying the foundational business course requirements, completing an additional six hours of Human Resource courses (MGT-470 and MGT-494), and pursuing an HR oriented project in ADM-495. The HR Specialization aligns with the recommended requirements for HR degree programs as outlined in the Society of Human Resource Management curriculum guidebook and templates. Upon successful completion of this specialization, students should be equipped to:
- Fill the role of an educated and credentialed HR professional.
- Demonstrate an alignment of knowledge and skills with Society of Human Resource Management (SHRM) standards for Human Resources Professionals.
- Complete the SHRM certification exam (per SHRM certification qualifications, i.e., work experience).
Management students wishing to complete the Human Resource Management specialization also need to complete the following requirements:
- Statistics course at the 100 level or equivalent
This course may be completed at IWU or transferred in.
The minor in Management is available to a bachelor degree seeking student in the College of Adult and Professional Studies. Courses may not count toward both a minor and a major. Six of the credits for the minor may be earned through transfer of courses from an accredited institution, through credit by examination, or through an IWU Assessed Learning Portfolio.
Admission and Graduation Requirements for the Business Programs
Management Minor
Management - Program of Study
Core Courses
| MGT-302 | Management and Leadership | 3 |
| COM-325 | Communication in Business | 3 |
| ADM-310 | Applied Technology for Managers | 3 |
| MGT-445 | Ethical and Legal Business Concepts | 3 |
| MGT-421 | Strategies in Marketing Management | 3 |
| MGT-460 | International Issues in Business | 3 |
| MGT-451 | Quality and Project Decision-Making for Managers | 3 |
| MGT-450 | Negotiation/Conflict Resolution | 3 |
| ECO-310 | Economics Principles for Managers | 3 |
| FIN-310 | Financial Decisions for Managers | 3 |
| MGT-432 | Organizational Behavior | 3 |
| ACC-310 | Accounting Decisions for Managers | 3 |
| MGT-435 | Human Resources Management | 3 |
| MGT-496 | Applied Management Project | 3 |
| Total Credit Hours: | 42 |
Additional Courses for Human Resource Management Specialization
Students completing the specialization will take ADM-495 instead of MGT-496.
Students completing the specialization must also complete a statistics course (100 level or equivalent) to satisfy the foundational business course requirements in order to comply with SHRM guidelines.
MGT-470 and MGT-494 must be completed prior to taking ADM-495.
| MGT-490 | Human Resources Development | 3 |
| MGT-470 | Total Rewards | 3 |
| MGT-494 | Comprehensive Overview of HRM | 3 |
| ADM-495 | Seminar in Business | 3 |
| Total Credit Hours: | 9 |
