Management & Innovation

The Management & Innovation program equips students with the skills to become proficient decision-makers and leaders in their chosen industry or entrepreneurs starting their own ventures. Managers are dynamic individuals tasked with overseeing projects, teams, and processes, involving coordination, strategy development, planning, assessment, and motivation. They often manage budgets and ensure that an organization’s goals guide employee actions, making their role crucial across all industries. Success as a manager hinges on mastering industry-specific knowledge, skills, and abilities, with the ultimate goal of leading and inspiring others in similar roles. Effective managers excel in conflict resolution, foster positive workplace environments, and prioritize the well-being of an organization’s human resources.

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Careers in Supply Chain and Operations

Taught by Daniel Stanton
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International Business Foundations

Taught by Kyle Hegarty
The most common mistake in expanding business ventures overseas is the lack of an organized plan. This course—with global leadership…

Change Management Foundations

Taught by Scott Mautz
The need to manage change successfully is more common and more important for a leader’s career than ever, and a…

The Ultimate Guide to Sustainable Project Management

Taught by Antonio Nieto-Rodriguez
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AI Productivity Hacks to Reimagine Your Workday and Career

Taught by Dr. Marily Nika
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Supply Chain and Operations Management Tips

Taught by Daniel Stanton
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HR and Digital Transformation

Taught by Charlene Li
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Managing Employee Performance Problems (2018)

Taught by JoAnn R. Corley
Having a productive, talented workforce is the key to accomplishing your business goals and your vision. Yet there are times…

Implementing Supply Chain Management

Taught by Daniel Stanton
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Inventory Management Foundations

Taught by Steven Brown
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Managing Globally

Taught by Paula Caligiuri
In today’s global economy, it’s crucial for managers to be culturally agile. The best leaders can accurately assess the cultural…

Confronting Bias: Thriving Across Our Differences

Taught by Vernā Myers
Find greater meaning, well-being, and productivity by learning how to interact with others across differences. Continue your Thrive journey and…

Emerging Leader Foundations

Taught by Dan Schawbel
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Managing a Diverse Team (2023)

Taught by Vanessa Womack
Team leaders should aim to create an inclusive culture that celebrates differences and fosters the best performance from every team…

Leading with Innovation in the Age of AI

Taught by Haiyan Wang
Large or small, new or old, for profit or nonprofit, all organizations need to keep innovating to succeed, especially during…

Talent Management

Taught by Kathrine Sharon
Effective talent management drives benefits for an organization. In this course, leadership, team, and organizational development consultant Katy Sharon reveals…

Transitioning from Manager to Leader

Taught by Sara Canaday
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Hire, Retain, and Grow Top Millennial Talent

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Purchasing Foundations

Taught by Steven Brown
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