University of Nebraska
This seminar introduces the foundations of research design in the social sciences, emphasizing the strengths, weaknesses, and tradeoffs of various methodological approaches. Topics include theory building, hypothesis generation, internal and external validity, measurement, bias, and causal inference, with attention to both experimental and field designs. Students engage through readings, discussions, and projects designed to develop critical evaluation skills and the ability to design rigorous, publishable research
University of Alabama
This seminar provides advanced training in research methods with a focus on quantitative data analysis in organizational science. Topics include psychometrics, measurement invariance, data quality, meta-analysis, hierarchical linear modeling, longitudinal methods, and specialized techniques such as polynomial regression, response surface analysis, and survival analysis. Students gain hands-on experience applying these methods through weekly assignments, projects, and statistical software practice
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University of Cincinnati
This course examines major theoretical and empirical perspectives in personality, including traits, motives, measurement, person–situation debates, and integrative models. Students critically engage with classic and contemporary readings, write position papers that defend arguments on core issues, and participate in weekly discussions of contrasting viewpoints. The course emphasizes critical evaluation, synthesis of perspectives, and the development of concise scholarly writing.
University of Nebraska
This course explores core concepts in organizational behavior with emphasis on applying theory to practice. Topics include leadership, motivation, teams, decision-making, power and politics, organizational culture and climate, conflict, and workplace behaviors such as OCBs and CWBs. The course is highly interactive, combining readings, case discussions, group projects, and student presentations to develop practical insight and professional skills.
University of Alabama
This course develops skills in identifying negotiation opportunities, planning strategies, and employing tactics to achieve desired outcomes. Students explore negotiation frames, styles, and dynamics, practice through structured exercises and simulations. Students gain first-hand negotiation experience and reflect on their performance using journals, assessments, and interactive discussions. The course emphasizes preparation, adaptability, and the application of negotiation frameworks to real-world contexts.
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Georgia Institute of Technology
This course covers fundamental statistical concepts and techniques used in psychology, including probability, distributions, hypothesis testing, inferential statistics, ANOVA, and regression. Students practice through homework, labs, and a course project that requires selecting and applying the appropriate analysis, interpreting results, and writing a short report. The course emphasizes both conceptual understanding and applied data analysis skills using statistical software.
University of Cincinnati
This course introduces the principles and practices of organizational assessment and program evaluation. Students learn theory-driven and integrated evaluation approaches, explore methodological and statistical considerations, and apply concepts through cases, in-class assignments, and a group project that involves conducting a small-scale evaluation. The course emphasizes critical thinking, application of evaluation methods, and professional presentation of findings.
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University of Alabama
This course introduces the conceptual and computational tools needed to use data in strategic decision-making. Topics include data types and sources, data collection and cleaning, measurement, ethical issues in analytics, and techniques for analyzing data to build and sustain competitive advantage. Students engage with projects, tests, and case discussions to apply data-driven insights directly to organizational strategy
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University of Nebraska
This course examines how innovation and entrepreneurial thinking operate within established organizations. Students explore creativity, personal branding, and organizational challenges through readings, cases, and interactive projects such as start-up videos, a time-constrained innovation challenge, and pitch presentations. The course emphasizes practical application, teamwork, and professional presentation skills.
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University of Alabama
This course surveys the core functions and challenges of human resource management, including recruitment and selection, training and development, performance assessment, compensation, benefits, and labor relations. Students apply concepts through projects, cases, and experiential assignments that simulate workplace HR decision-making and problem-solving with an emphasis on HR analytics. The course emphasizes both the strategic role of HR and the complexities of managing people in organizations.
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University of Nebraska
This course examines leadership development, communication, and group dynamics with emphasis on functioning in virtual as well as face-to-face settings. Students complete leadership self-assessments, write reflective blogs, and collaborate on a virtual team wiki that addresses challenges and best practices for distributed teams. The course highlights practical skill development in teamwork, communication, and leading in diverse organizational contexts.
Georgia Institute of Technology
This course introduces probability, distributions, sampling, estimation, hypothesis testing, and regression as tools for solving business problems. Emphasis is placed on interpreting and applying statistical results, with practice through homework, tests, and real-world examples drawn from management contexts. Students build analytical skills to evaluate data and support sound decision-making.
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University of Alabama
This course introduces the foundations of management, organizational theory, and interpersonal communication, with attention to strategy, human resources, motivation, teams, power, and influence. Students apply concepts through projects, group presentations, and daily discussions that emphasize practical problem-solving and leadership development. The course highlights the complexity of managing people and resources across business, industry, and public-sector organizations.
Georgia Institute of Technology
This course surveys the field of psychology, covering core topics such as learning and memory, perception, intelligence, motivation, development, personality, abnormal psychology, and social behavior. Emphasis is placed on the application of psychological research, exploring not only what psychologists know but also why topics are studied and how they are used in real-world contexts. Students engage with lectures, readings, quizzes, and exams to build a broad foundation in psychological science.