Modern composite materials and their applications. Basic concepts and definitions. Fundamental properties of fibers and polymer resins. Manufacturing methods. Analysis and design of laminated and chopped fiber reinforced composites. Micro- and macro-mechanical analysis of elastic constants. Failure theory of composite materials. Computational design of composites.

A broad introduction to managing organizations. This course focuses on managerial functions and activities of planning, organizing, leading and controlling. After taking this course, students will have a good understanding of what's involved in managing people and organizations.

This course focuses on the management of international business, investigating the effects of differences in national requirements, and cultural expectations on management.

This course provides foundational knowledge of human resource management (HRM) - the study of managing individuals throughout the employee life cycle to improve business strategy and organizational performance. Topics introduced include recruitment, selection, training, performance management, compensation/benefits, and turnover. Students will learn and be able to leverage the wide-ranging HRM knowledge and competencies required for an HR or other business-related career (e.g., managers, entrepreneurs, executives) in a variety of industries and sectors.

This course provides foundational knowledge of human resource management (HRM) - the study of managing individuals throughout the employee life cycle to improve business strategy and organizational performance. Topics introduced include recruitment, selection, training, performance management, compensation/benefits, and turnover. Students will learn and be able to leverage the wide-ranging HRM knowledge and competencies required for an HR or other business-related career (e.g., managers, entrepreneurs, executives) in a variety of industries and sectors.

Commercial decisions have legal and ethical implications of which every business person should be aware. Topics covered in this course include the Constitution, Alternative Dispute Resolution, Ethics and Social Responsibility, Employment Law, Contracts, Business Organizations and Consumer Protection.

Readings, projects, lecture and/or discussion to illuminate current topics of special interest or concern in management. May be repeated to a maximum of six credits. May not be repeated under the same title.

Course designed to accommodate students' independent exploration of specific topics within management. Course must be under the supervision of an instructor. May be repeated to a maximum of six credits. Up to three credit hours can fulfill the guided elective requirement for management majors.

This course examines individuals and groups in the context of work organizations. It is designed to help students understand how to implement and manage the processes and practices that shape employee effectiveness and engagement.