Practical Skills for a Range of Settings
With intentional focus on both large and small businesses, as well as for-profit and not-for-profit organizations, the management major equips students with the knowledge, practical skills, and hands-on experience needed to lead and manage in diverse organizational settings. Students pursuing this major will explore how to apply core business principles and innovative management strategies across a variety of industries and mission-driven contexts.
Learning Goals
Upon successful completion of the major, students will:
- Lead with Confidence – Learn to lead teams, motivate others, and manage projects effectively in a variety of organizational settings.
- Think Strategically – Develop strategies that align with long-term business goals by analyzing markets, setting objectives, and planning for sustainable growth.
- Manage Financial Resources – Create and interpret budgets, forecast revenues, and allocate resources to support operational success.
- Understand Marketing Fundamentals – Learn how to position products and services effectively to meet market demands and organizational objectives.
- Oversee Daily Operations – Gain the skills needed to manage the day-to-day operations of goods, services, and personnel.
- Execute Organizational Goals – Translate strategy into action by managing people, processes, and systems to achieve company objectives.
- Maximize Human Capital – Ensure that an organization recruits, develops, and utilizes its human resources effectively for long-term success.
A management major at a liberal arts college provides a strong foundation for leadership and problem-solving, blending business principles with a broader understanding of human behavior and societal contexts. This approach fosters adaptability, critical thinking, and communication skills highly valued by employers. The purpose of the liberal arts has always been to develop the human ability to read critically, write convincingly, and think broadly. Today, in the highly complex social and business environment we are experiencing, such a broad intellectual base is becoming a must for any manager aspiring to succeed.
Required Coursework
The management major requires 49 credit hours. Refer to the current course catalog for the complete list of courses required for this major.
