BUAC 725

Develops the concepts, frameworks, and skills that are important to be effective leaders and to successfully manage human resources. Topics for discussion include: Creating a motivating and empowering environment; leadership attributes, power and effective influence; building effective decision-making; strategic management of human resources; specification of the skills and competencies requisite for job success; recruiting and selecting employees to fit the job and the organization; measuring, appraising and improving performance. All of the topics selected for discussion are critical ones that every professional needs to know, regardless of functional area (not just HR professionals), and will help students become more effective consultants, managers and leaders.