General Business (GBA)

GBA 633  Managerial Communication     Credits: 3

Typically Offered: Departmental Discretion.

Course Description: This course emphasizes the importance of interpersonal relations and professional presentation skills. Organizational communication theories specifically pertaining to management will be covered. A variety of interpersonal communication issues will also be covered.

GBA 642  Ethical Leadership and Corporate Governance     Credits: 3

Typically Offered: Departmental Discretion.

Course Description: This course examines the principles and practices of ethical leadership and corporate governance in modern organizations. Students will explore frameworks for ethical decision-making, governance structures, regulatory compliance, stakeholder engagement, and sustainability. Emphasis is placed on integrating ethics into strategic leadership and ensuring accountability in corporate governance.

GBA 645  Organizational Leadership and Change Management     Credits: 3

Typically Offered: Departmental Discretion.

Course Description: This course explores the principles and practices of leadership and change management in modern organizations. Students will learn to apply leadership theories, manage organizational change, and develop strategies to overcome resistance. The course emphasizes ethical leadership, communication, and practical tools for implementing successful change initiatives.

GBA 648  Employment Law and Compliance in Business     Credits: 3

Typically Offered: Departmental Discretion.

Course Description: This course examines the legal and regulatory frameworks that govern workplace practices. Students will explore hiring and firing procedures, promotion and disciplinary actions, workplace safety regulations, employee testing, and equal employment opportunity (EEO) programs. The course emphasizes compliance, legal and ethical decision-making, and strategic Human Resources leadership in a global business environment.

GBA 692  Selected Topics in Business     Credits: 3

Typically Offered: Departmental Discretion.

Course Description: This course provides an opportunity to examine a topical issue in business that is not covered in other graduate courses. The topic will depend on the current global and domestic business environment and on the availability of teaching staff. The content is likely to vary with each offering; however, the course will support the goals of the MBA programs. The course will combine underlying theory with a strong practical emphasis to support advanced specific knowledge, critical thinking, and high level communication capabilities.