Business Management - American University in the Emirates

Lead Companies to Full Potential

The program is designed to offer a wide range of career choices. Business Management provides the scope for you to immediately start a career after graduation as a sole practitioner or staff manager. Upon gaining proper experiences, you can move on to supervise other managers with an aspiration to become partners. The most important position to which you would aspire is that of a general manager. The College of Business Administration provides you with the tools and advice to develop the right career that would lead to positions in management, healthcare, banking, computer technology and strategic management.

Course Structure

In the first year of the program, students study basic disciplines in Management, Accounting, Marketing and General Studies. In the second year, in addition to General Education, the core requirements provide further education on Management Skills and their principles, including the legal aspects. The third and fourth years allow students to choose 300 and 400 level courses, including specialization requirements.

Acquire requisite knowledge and apply ethical understanding and perspectives to business environments.
Use critical thinking skills in business situations and apply them in work conditions.
Develop effective written and oral communications skills.
Analyze the local and global business environment prudently.

ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS

Attested high school (grade 12) certificate or its equivalent with minimum average of 60% | for scientific and literary streams. Other streams will require a minimum score average of 70% equivalency and a letter will be required for certificate earned outside UAE
English Proficiency
PBT 500 | iBT 61 | IELTS ACA. 5.0 | PEARSON 44 | IESOL B1/B2 | CAMBRIDGE 154
Letter of Interest & Interview

ACCREDITATION

The American University in the Emirates is accredited by the UAE Ministry of education | caa.ae

PROGRAM STRUCTURE

42 Courses | 126 Credit hours

FEE STRUCTURE - 2016/17

Tuition (one semester)

Approx. 21,000 AED

One academic year is two semesters
Admission (One time)

3,000 AED

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SCHOLARSHIPS

FLEXIBLE PAYMENT

GENERAL EDUCATION COURSES

11 COURSES | 33 CREDIT HOURS

1. Communication Skills in Arabic...(3)

This course is designed to assist Arabic Speaking students to use language skills correctly with the focus on how to write research papers and business letters. In order to achieve this goal different and integrated types of skills are implemented to assist in the development of the students comprehension of what he/she listens to or reads in addition to writing papers, reporting, writing recommendations, seminars and symposiums. The course also provides the basic skills of good and coherent writing such as, spelling, digitals, correct paragraph structure and writing essays.

2. English ....(3)

This course provides students with advanced English-language skills to pursue successfully their Undergraduate Catalog 2016 / 2017 36 studies in various academic specializations. It helps students to develop, improve, and upgrade their listening, speaking, reading, writing, and structure skills. This course also acquaints students with technical writing, research papers, and essays. The prerequisite of this course is passing successfully the Toefl or it’s equivalent.

3. General Mathematics .....(3)

This course will begin with a review of selected arithmetic topics: fractions, decimals, and percentages, followed by a brief review of signed number operations. The course will cover topics of Basic Algebra such as variable expressions, linear equations, inequalities and applications, and graphing points and lines

4 Computer Literacy ..(3)

This course presents the use of computers in everyday life. The students will learn to organize electronic filing systems as well as to communicate ideas effectively using a variety of software tools. The course discusses some of the ethical and moral issues raised by the use of Internet and email. Towards the end of the course, the students in groups will work to select a topic, search for the information, analyze and organize it incorporating a software tool they learned and present it publicly.

5. Study and Learning Skills ...(3)

This course designed to help students to do well at their studies at university through the development of effective study skills and strategies. Studying at university is very different from previous study students may have done, and therefore the course aims to apply new studying and learning strategies, and identify, develop, and enhance the study and learning skills of students. These skills include time management, taking notes, planning assignments, exam preparation and revision, preparing a presentation, memory techniques, and methods for using course materials including syllabi and textbooks, critical and creative thinking, problem solving, etc. Students will have the opportunity to develop a focused project specific to their interests and study needs.

6. Islamic Culture ...(3)

This course will offer students the knowledge to enable them understand the Islamic culture. The course offers a review of the history of Islam and how it is currently the fastest growing religion in the world

7. Introduction to Social Science...(3)

This course introduces students to the broad, complex and influential field of the social sciences. The course tends to focus on the disciplines of anthropology, sociology, psychology, political science, economics, and sometimes history and geography. This course will also enable students to sharpen their critical analysis skills as they evaluate changes in important social issues and institutions.

8. General Psychology ...(3)

An introduction to the fundamental principles and practices of psychology, including theories and methods, biological factors influencing behavior, learning, memory, thinking, intelligence, language, human development and personality

9. General Statistics...(3)

This course is designed to introduce, first, the concepts, measurements, and theories of broad-based sustainable development as well as the relationships between economic development, human development, and environment. Students will also be familiar with several theories of development. Then, the characteristics and the quality of life in GCC will be investigated and compared to those in other countries. The focus would be on the causes, problems and challenges associated with the development of GCC countries such as population structure and localization policies, the feasibility of GCC States integration, the impact of oil and non-oil production on development. The students will work on a project in groups by gathering information from public libraries and by interviewing public officials. The students will be given the latitude of choosing a topic to write about. The prerequisite is MAT 100

10. Natural Sciences ...(3)

Courses in the Natural Sciences introduce students to the basic concepts of Sciences and the scientific method and enhance awareness of scientific developments and their impact on society and the environment. This area provides students with an understanding of scientific terms, concepts and theories, and the ability to formulate empirically testable hypotheses derived from the study of physical processes and living things.

11. UAE and GCC Society ..(3)

This course is designed to introduce, first, the concepts, measurements, and theories of broad-based sustainable development as well as the relationships between economic development, human development, and environment. Students will also be familiar with several theories of development. Then, the characteristics and the quality of life in GCC will be investigated and compared to those in other countries. The focus would be on the causes, problems and challenges associated with the development of GCC countries such as population structure and localization policies, the feasibility of GCC States integration, the impact of oil and non-oil production on development. The students will work on a project in groups by gathering information from public libraries and by interviewing public officials. The students will be given the latitude of choosing a topic to write about. The prerequisite is ASC 110.

CORE COURSES

16 COURSES | 48 CREDIT HOURS

1. Principles of Management ...(3)

This course introduces the four basic management functions: planning, organizing, leading, and controlling. The course discusses certain related managerial topics include decision-making, planning, organizational structure and chine of command, power and authority, delegation, leadership and teamwork, organizational communication networks, and motivational theories.

2. Principles of Accounting ...(3)

This course introduces fundamental accounting principles, rules, concepts, terms, procedures, and systems; analyzing, classifying and recording and posting accounting data; subsidiary ledgers; special journals, adjusting and closing entries; accounting cycle completion; preparing worksheets and the financial statements; control over cash; and bank reconciliation.

3. Managerial Accounting ....(3)

This course introduces management accounting concepts and how accounting information is used for making internal management decisions related to operational planning and control. Emphasis is placed upon accounting as a tool for planning, managing, and control. The prerequisite is ACC 100

4. Microeconomics.....(3)

This course is designed to introduce students to basic microeconomics concepts relating to individual decision-making. The course exposes students to the meaning, nature, and methods of economy study. The concepts of supply, demand, and elasticity are used to analyze consumers and firms behaviors in different types of markets: consumer behavior, firm production costs, pure competition, monopoly, oligopoly, etc. The course discusses, also, scarcity, choice and economic decision-making used by the consumers and firms.

5. Management Information System ......(3)

The course discusses the information systems planning, and organizing and the application of information technology advancements. This course has a managerial perspective that describes how IS supports business goals and functions are applicable to management, what information resources are available to the manager, and how the manager is involved in the information development process. The prerequisite courses are CIT 100 and MGT 100.

6. Business Statistics ....(3)

This course aims to acquire a sound education in those statistical concepts and its applications in the fields of business and economics. This course requires fundamental understanding of basic statistics like frequency distribution, averages, measures of variability, probability, confidence intervals. The course also recommends a prior understanding of software application and MS Excel. Course covers statistical concepts and methods like hypothesis testing, variance Tests, chi-Square analysis and ANOVA with an emphasis on business application. The prerequisite course is ASC 205.

7. Principles of Marketing ....(3)

This course will familiarize the student with the scope, terminology, topics, and procedures of marketing in a modern firm. It introduces the principles of marketing. The four basic ingredients of the marketing mix - product, price, place, and promotion are discussed. Other topics include marketing channels; market research, consumer behavior, societal marketing, and new product planning are also discussed. The prerequisite course is ECO 100.

8. Financial Management .....(3)

This course is developed to examine the financial strategic and operational decisions in organizations. The course provides the decision maker with the financial theory, concepts, and tools necessary to make better financial managerial decisions as well as enable the student to make sound decisions regarding financial analyses and judgments performed by others. The prerequisite courses are ACC 100 and MGT 100.

9. Macroeconomics .....(3)

This introductory course discusses the national income determination, money and banking, inflation, unemployment and economic policy. This course will also expose students to the workings of the national economy. The different economic systems including the freemarket and state-controlled systems will be covered. Also, the relationship between savings and investment will be discussed. The prerequisite is ECO 100.

10. Organizational Behavior .....(3)

This course examines individual, group, and organizational behavior within various business settings in a culturally diverse workplace. Topics covered include management theory, communication, perceptions, motivation, leadership, managing rewards, stress management, employee counseling, appraisal, employee disciplinary systems, conflict management, training, and organizational development. Throughout the course, students work individually and in teams on cases and business simulations. The prerequisite courses are MGT 100 and ASC 200

11. Production and Operations Management... (3)

This course evaluates management problems of production and operations in both industrial and service organizations. Topics include scheduling, material requirements, planning, and project management. Utilizing a problem-solving focus as a basis for decision-making is a prime objective. Managerial challenges in productivity, quality and just-in-time systems are also considered. The prerequisite courses are MGT 100 and MGT 202.

12. Business Law ....(3)

The aim of this course is to review legal principles and sources of contract law, background of law and legal theory. The following topics are covered in detail: formation of contracts, modifications, terminations, remedies, award law, pricing, patent, business organizations, company law, sales of goods, transfer of ownership rights, employment, and health and safety laws. The prerequisite is MGT 100.

13. Quantitative Analysis ....(3)

This course discusses decision analysis and risk attitudes, inventory control, linear programming, transportation problem, queuing theory, and simulation. Emphasis would be made on the formulation of problems and their solution by standard methods or by computer packages. The prerequisite is MGT 202.

14. Business Practice in UAE and GCC ....(3)

Throughout its history, the Arab Gulf Area has been a major center of world affairs and business. In modern times, the UAE and GCC (i.e. the UAE, Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, Qatar, Bahrain, and Oman) remain a strategically, economically, politically, culturally, and religiously sensitive region for world business. The UAE and GCC remains the focus of global business interest and economic initiatives from the US, Europe, and other nations. The rise in oil prices has created momentum for regional growth and investment flows that is expected to be secular. This course provides students with a deep understanding of the business opportunities and practices and in the UAE and GCC at a time when such understanding is increasingly vital. It focuses on current investment opportunities taking into consideration the political, cultural and economic history of the region. The course also provides students with an introduction to the financial, legal, cultural and social contexts of the business practice in UAE and GCC. The prerequisite courses are MGT 100 and ASC 300.

15. Strategic Management .....(3)

This course will provide students with the knowledge and skills necessary to manage the long-term performance of a firm. Taking the perspective and mindset of top management, students will learn to analyze the firm in its environment. By matching opportunities and threats found in this environment with the internal strengths and weaknesses of the firm, you will learn to formulate strategies and develop ways to implement these strategies. Student’s performance in this course depends to a significant extent on the successful integration of previous coursework in the various functional areas of business theories. Students must satisfy the following prerequisite courses in order to be able to register the Strategic Management course: MGT 400, ACC 105, FIN 200, MGT 300 & MKT 200.

16. International Business ....(3)

International business involves any business transaction between parties from more than one country. Advances in communications and transportation technology, a reduction in import barriers and tariffs worldwide, and the formation of several regional trading alliances (e.g. NAFTA), have made international business an increasingly important part of the global economy. Because of the continuing growth of international business, most business professionals deal with the subject in some direct or indirect way. This class will provide the background necessary to understand the international business environment, and will explore strategies for entering into international business and managing in the international business environment. The prerequisite course is MGT 300.

SPECIALIZATION COURSES

10 COURSES | 30 CREDIT HOURS

1. Small Business Management ...(3)

This course offers understanding of current theory and practice relating to starting and managing small business. Furthermore, it presents comprehensive coverage of critical small business issues; numerous real-world examples to help students understand how to apply the business management concepts presented in the text, and incorporate material to help them explore small business issues in the amazing world of the Internet. The prerequisite courses are MGT 200 and FIN 200.

2. Negotiation Skills ....(3)

Students in this course will learn about conflict, conflict resolution and negotiations, principally in the public sector, and will develop and practice skills to become more proficient negotiators. The course will be a combination of learning about these topics and participating in exercises and simulated negotiations. The exercises and simulations are chosen to reinforce the theories about successful conflict resolution and successful negotiators and to all students to develop their own negotiation skills. The prerequisite course is MGT 100.

3. Managing in the Service Environment ..(3)

This course examines the service concept and environment to familiarize the student with the fundamental areas of knowledge comprising managing in the service sector. Emphasis is placed on the importance of overall quality of services and customer satisfaction. This course provides students with all the basics of how to deliver quality customer service in the many areas of hospitality, travel, and tourism. The prerequisite MGT 205.

4. Human Resource Management ....(3)

Managing human capital in the new economy is a challenge all business professionals face. This course addresses that challenge by retaining its unique orientation to overall practicality and realworld application incorporating technology, teams and virtual learning methods. Practical tips and suggestions provide effective ways of dealing with problems in communication, leadership, discipline, performance appraisal, labor relations, and compensation administration. The prerequisite course is MGT 205

5. Project Management .....(3)

This course provides intensive coverage of management in a wide range of project applications from concept through operations. Planning, scheduling, controlling, economic analysis, quality control and customer satisfaction are stressed in this course. The prerequisite is MGT 303

6. Entrepreneurship Management ....(3)

Entrepreneurship management course has a practical focus. The course is designed to instruct students on how to formulate, plan and implement a new venture. It exposes students to detailed descriptions and analytical study. Actual case studies and entrepreneurial profiles are utilized to help illustrate the elements of successful and not-so-successful ventures. This subject offers the rules, the roadmap, and the reasoning how to bring creative business ideas out of mind into being. The prerequisite courses are ECO 200 and MGT 205.

7. Organization Theory and Design ... (3)

This course looks at multiple aspects of organizations from their structure and design to the behavior of individuals and groups with a focus on what is important and useful. This course offers powerful and provocative ways of thinking about and influencing organizational life. The content of the course ranges from looking at organizations through metaphorical lenses to sharing reality-based examples of organizational situations that are both enlightening and instructive. At the completion of this course learners should have a better understanding of organizational theory and design and be able to apply these to their particular work-life challenges. The prerequisite is MGT 400.

8. Total Quality Management ....(3)

This course offers an introduction to principles, philosophy, and application of Total Quality Management. This course draws upon the writings of quality experts to develop an understanding to the concept of quality from the perspectives of customers and product/service organizations. The course also evaluates the criteria used in well-known quality awards, and reviews the performance of selected quality-award winning companies. The prerequisite courses are MGT 205 and MGT 303

9. Leadership and Organizational Creativity... (3)

Leadership is a creative art; bringing change, setting direction, and focusing organizational energy. This course builds skill in thinking “outside the box” and aligning with others to enact a vision of the future. Topic covered includes empowerment of middle managers, corporation/ non-profit entrepreneurship, innovation, influence, charisma and self-management, creativity and vision exercises. The prerequisite course is MGT 403.

10. Computer Applications in Management ... (3)

The course represents an attempt to explore the potential of certain computerized software, statistical packages and programs in summarizing, organizing, interpreting and analyzing management data, in addition to the use of a host of advanced statistical packages in predicting specific business management issues. The prerequisite courses are MGT 200 and MGT 403.