Principles in Management 2600-BM-POM
The course introduces the foundations of organization and management theory, providing knowledge of the most important theoretical approaches and analytical models that support organizational management, while also developing key managerial skills.
The aim of the course Principles of Management is to familiarize students with the fundamental issues of management theory and practice, and to demonstrate their relevance to the effective functioning of contemporary organizations. Throughout the course, participants will explore key theories, concepts, and methods used across various areas of management, including organizational analysis, process and project management, human resource management, leadership, strategy formulation, corporate social responsibility, and sustainable development.
Both classical approaches (e.g., scientific management and Taylorism, organizational structure design) and modern tools for environmental analysis (such as Porter’s Five Forces, SWOT, and PESTEL) will be examined. The course will also cover theories of motivation and leadership, and the stakeholder approach.
A vital component of the course involves case studies developed for each topic, which enable the practical application of the discussed theories and concepts, as well as in-depth analysis of real-world managerial challenges in diverse organizational contexts.
The course covers the following topics:
1. Introduction to Management
2. Scientific Management
3. Organizational Theory and Design
4. Decision Making
5. People Management, Leadership, and Motivation
6. Organizational Culture
7. Planning and Controlling
8. The Organization as a System. Analysis of the Environment
9. Operations Management
10. Strategic Management
11. Corporate Social Responsibility and Sustainability
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Learning outcomes
Upon completion of the course, the student:
In the area of knowledge:
• EW_1 defines management functions and managerial roles (K_W01)
• EW_2 discusses the most important concepts in the field of scientific management, organizational theory, the human relations school, and strategic management (K_W01)
• EW_3 presents popular management techniques (K_W01)
• EW_4 presents a selected business activity based on Porter’s value chain model (K_W02)
• EW_5 explains the importance of corporate social responsibility and sustainability in contemporary business activities (K_W05)
• EW_6 identifies the underlying strategies implemented by selected companies (K_W07)
In the area of skills:
• EU_1 interprets the organizational structure diagram (K_U01)
• EU_2 interprets leadership styles (K_U01)
• EU_3 proposes actions to motivate a specific group of employees (K_U01)
• EU_4 prepares an analysis of the organization's environment based on PESTEL techniques, Porter’s 5 Forces model, stakeholder analysis, and a SWOT analysis (K_U02)
• EU_5 defines goals according to SMART criteria (K_U05)
• EU_6 applies Ansoff and BCG matrices to make product decisions in a company (K_U05)
• EU_7 works in a team on analyzing complex case studies that reflect real business situations (K_U07)
• EU_8: debates in a group about conclusions drawn from analyses conducted by oneself and other students (K_U07)
In the area of competencies:
• EK_1 identifies organizational problems based on case studies reflecting real business situations (K_K01)
• EK_2 analyzes organizational problems based on case studies reflecting real business situations (K_K01)
• EK_3 considers the principles of corporate social responsibility and sustainable development in one's attitudes and professional work (K_K03)
Assessment criteria
1. The final grade is based on the results of coursework completed during the seminar (50% of the final grade) and the two colloquia (25% of the final grade each).
2. Individual assignments during the course will be carried out either as individual or group work. Each assignment must be submitted in the specific format and by the deadline established during the classes. Late submissions or failure to submit will not be accepted and will result in a loss of credit points.
3. Points for group and individual assignments will be awarded on a scale of 0 to 10 for each submitted task. In total, students can earn between 0 and 100 points for 10 assignments throughout the course. The points obtained will be continuously published on the Kampus platform. The result of this coursework contributes to 50% of the final course grade.
4. The colloquia will be held in the form of a case study conducted in person during the class. It will consist of a short case study and questions based on course materials (presentations and required readings), with a particular focus on the theories and case studies discussed during the course.
5. Attendance is mandatory and a prerequisite for sitting the colloquia. Each student is allowed up to two absences during the semester. Absences beyond this number will only be excused upon presentation of a medical sick leave and will be considered on a case-by-case basis.
6. A zero-tolerance policy for plagiarism applies during the course. Assignments that include copied content (from the internet or other sources) will receive 0 points. Any use of third-party work must be properly referenced. All tasks must be completed independently, either individually or in groups, depending on the assignment format.
Method of calculating the final grade:
0 - 59% - 2
60% - 67% - 3
68% - 75% - 3+
76% - 83% - 4
84% - 91% - 4+
92% - 98% - 5
99% - 100% - 5!
Bibliography
Basic Textbook:
R.W. Griffin. (2021). Management. 13th ed. Cengage Learning, Inc.
Supplementary mandatory literature: class materials, including presentations, articles, textbook chapters and case studies provided on the Kampus platform.