Apr 15, 2026  
2014-2015 Graduate Academic Catalog 
    
2014-2015 Graduate Academic Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

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MG 762 - Development and Redesign of Organizations

3 lecture hours 0 lab hours 3 credits
Course Description
This course explores techniques for studying, analyzing and improving the growth, productivity and development of organizations to be more competitive in today’s complex and uncertain global business world. It focuses on contemporary shifts in organization design, strategic direction, values and culture. This course examines the potential driving forces for transformation toward knowledge sharing, empowerment of employees, new structures, new cultures, the breaking down of barriers between departments and organizations, and the joining together of employees in a common mission. This course helps managers deal with value dilemmas, conflict, and resistance to change. (prereq: MG 633 , MG 660 )
Course Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:
• Be aware of reasons for organization redesign and development
• Analyze the causes driving the need for change
• Select and use multiple techniques for changing organizations
• Anticipate potential barriers to change and develop contingency strategies
• Plan how to evaluate the effectiveness and impact of change initiatives
Prerequisites by Topic
None appended
Course Topics
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Laboratory Topics
None appended
Coordinator
Robert Hankes



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