Examines research and scholarly approaches to organization theory by investigating both the concept 'organization' and the concept 'theory'. Presents such perspectives as decision theory, structural contingency theory, institutional theory, transaction cost economics, and network theory.

Selected topics of current significance in mathematical, statistical, computer, and behavioral approaches to management and administration. Either semester may be elected independently.

Introduction to basic issues in research design; emphasis on methods allowing inference of cause-and-effect relationships.

Examines classic and contemporary texts in management commonly considered pioneering works. Participants read and critically evaluate the books to gain understanding of their importance in shaping the organization studies field.

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Capstone course requiring application of knowledge and techniques derived from previous courses. Course presents strategic management theories and frameworks, uses integrative cases, and leverages empirical observations to guide students in the formulation of successful firm-level strategies.

Explore and experience vicariously through various case studies the difficulties of investing in real assets where models predicated on homogeneity within the asset class or assumptions of some market efficiency, fail. Unlike traditional courses in real estate investing, issues arising in, e.g., private-public partnerships, international clienteles, and sustainability are examined.

Provides an overview of different perspectives and approaches to leadership practice and related organizational behavior topics. Relying on a participative multi-learning approach, the course goes beyond traditional leadership practices to examine empowering leadership approaches for addressing contemporary organizational behavior challenges such as leading teams. The overall objective is to increase students' understanding of and ability to apply contemporary leadership and organizational behavior knowledge in work situations.