Management Training

If you're thinking of starting a business or pursuing an MBA, learn the essentials here. The Management Training Online course is perfect for business owners, entrepreneurs, and anyone who wants to learn the basics of business and management. The Management Training Online course consists of 12 separate modules geared to provide you with the vital information you need. You'll gain an understanding of financial and accounting terms, successful negotiation strategies, the marketing process, employment law, compliance and regulatory requirements, and licensing, permits, and taxes. You'll also learn about the seven management disciplines that are essential to success.

What you will learn

• Understand financial and accounting terms
• Learn the entire marketing process, including the roles of ethics and technology
• Develop basic practical and managerial skills
• Explore important topics in running operations in accord with legal requirements
• Learn about how taxes affect you, whether your business is a sole proprietorship, partnership, or corporation
• Understand the process of negotiating, evaluate negotiation styles, and consider successful negotiation strategies for most environments
• Discover the seven management disciplines essential to business success

How you will benefit

• Develop communication skills that will allow you to thrive in a professional environment
• Explore your abilities as a leader and learn how to masterfully manage people and projects
• Gain an understanding of legal and financial best regulations so as to better manage your team
• Set yourself apart from competitors by receiving management training

1. Financial and Accounting Management
   1. Introduction and Overview
   2. Importance of Financial Statements
   3. The Balance Sheet
   4. The Income Statement
   5. Statement of Cash Flows
   6. Financial Ratios
   7. Conclusion
2. Marketing Management
   1. Introduction and Overview
   2. Marketing Goals
   3. The Marketing Plan
   4. The Marketing Mix
   5. The Marketing Budget
   6. Marketing Implementation
   7. Technology and Marketing
   8. Summary
3. Strategic Management in Operations
   1. Introduction and Overview
   2. Definitions and Business Models
   3. Categories of Strategies
   4. Strategic Planning Models
   5. Creating Strategic Alternatives
   6. Implementation
   7. Conclusion
4. Legal Issues in Operations
   1. Introduction
   2. Sources of Law
   3. Agency and Employment Law
   4. Torts Law
   5. Sales and Products Liability
   6. Intellectual Property
   7. Ethics
   8. Summary
5. Legal Aspects of Contracts
   1. Introduction and Overview
   2. What is a Contract?
   3. Elements of a Contract
   4. Duties and Obligations
   5. What is the Deal?
   6. Legal Representation
   7. Good Faith and Conclusion
6. Tax Issues
   1. Introduction
   2. Methods of Accounting
   3. Income and Expenses
   4. Depreciation
   5. Property Dispositions
   6. Types of Entities and Tax Returns
   7. Summary
7. Organizational Development and Change
   1. Introduction and Overview
   2. The Culture of an Organization
   3. Types of Culture
   4. Organizational Change
   5. The Human Side of Change and Resistance
   6. Summary
8. Negotiating Strategies
   1. Introduction
   2. Steps in Negotiating
   3. Tools in Negotiating
   4. Types of Negotiations
   5. Personality Types
   6. Preparing for Negotiations
   7. BATNA and Summary
9. Business Best Practices
   1. Introduction and Overview
   2. Definitions
   3. Questions for Discussion
   4. Benchmarking
   5. Resources
   6. Understanding the Process
   7. Conclusion
10. Organization Leadership and Decision Making
    1. Introduction and Overview
    2. What Is a Leader?
    3. Sources of Power in Leadership
    4. Leadership Theories
    5. Transformational Leaders
    6. Decision Making and Empowerment
    7. Accountability
    8. Summary
11. Project Management for Executives
    1. Modern Project Management
    2. Project Management Context
    3. Project Management Life Cycle
    4. Successful Project Managers
    5. Project Management Methodology
    6. Project Management Processes and Practices
12. Seven Management Disciplines
    1. Introduction and Overview
    2. Strategy Management
    3. Human Resource Management
    4. Technology Management
    5. Production and Operations Management
    6. Sales and Marketing Management
    7. Financial Management
    8. Risk Management
    9. Summary

Requirements:

Hardware Requirements:

• This course can be taken on either a PC or Mac.

Software Requirements:

• PC: Windows 8 or later.
• Mac: macOS 10.6 or later.
• Browser: The latest version of Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox are preferred. Microsoft Edge and Safari are also compatible.
• Microsoft Office or equivalent (not included in enrollment).
• Adobe Acrobat Reader .
• Software must be installed and fully operational before the course begins.

Other:

• Email capabilities and access to a personal email account.

Instructional Material Requirements:

The instructional materials required for this course are included in enrollment. The following textbooks will be shipped to you approximately 7-10 business days after enrollment:

• Managing by the Numbers: A Commonsense Guide to Understanding and using your Company's Financials
• Strategic Planning - A Pragmatic Guide

Prerequisites:

You should have basic keyboarding and computer skills, be comfortable navigating the Internet and using email, and have an understanding of a word-processing program (such as Word). This course is intended for anyone interested in developing their management skills.

Katrina McBride

Katrina McBride's career reflects extensive experience in organizational leadership, marketing strategies, and market development in multi-national corporate environments. Her leadership abilities have been utilized to develop new programs and functional areas. In director-level positions for Nortel Networks, she led strategy for competitive intelligence, emerging markets, and lead generation. McBride holds an M.A. in organizational management and a B.S. in psychology.

Katherine Squires Pang

Katherine Squires Pang, J.D., LL.M., M.Ed has practiced law with since 1983. She has served as an adjunct faculty member in the Graduate School of Management at the University of Texas, Dallas, and has been an adjunct faculty member of many universities, including New York University and the University of California, Irvine. She received her B.A. in 1980 from Clark University, her J.D. from the University of Dayton Law School in 1982, her LL.M in Taxation from Georgetown University Law School in 1983, and her M.Ed from the University of Texas in 2001.

Jerry L. Partridge

Jerry L. Partridge is a Certified Project Management Professional with experience as a project and program manager for a major retail organization. He is a certified instructor for IBM project management courses and hosts university seminars for project managers seeking certification. He has worked extensively with the Project Management Institute, previously leading a team that developed a practice standard for Earned Value Management Systems and volunteering as a subject matter expert for an update to the Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK). Partridge holds a Master of Business Administration from Central Michigan University and a Bachelor of Science from Texas A&M University.

Does this course prepare you for a certification?

No.

When can I start the course?

This course is open enrollment, so you can register and start the course as soon as you are ready. Access to your course can take 24-48 business hours.

How long does it take to complete this course?

This course is self-paced and open enrollment, so you can start when you want and finish at your own pace. When you register, you'll receive six (6) months to complete the course.

What if I don't have enough time to complete my course within the time frame provided?

The time allotted for course completion has been calculated based on the number of course hours. However, if you are unable to complete the course, contact the student advising team to see what options you may have available to work out a suitable completion date. Please note that an extension fee may be charged.

What kind of support will I receive?

Our courses are designed to accommodate various learning preferences. Depending on the course structure, you may get different forms of support. Self-paced courses are designed to be user-friendly and independent, minimizing the need for external support. In courses with instructors, our direct platform support feature includes opportunities for questions, discussions, and remediation, with email and phone support available for select courses. Our student advising team is available to guide you on program requirements and administrative requests, but they do not provide assistance with course content. Our goal is to provide you with the necessary support for success, whether it's through self-paced exploration, direct communication, or guidance from our advising team.

What happens when I complete the course?

Upon successful completion of the course, you will be awarded a Certificate of Completion.

Am I guaranteed a job?

This course will provide you with the skills you need to obtain an entry-level position in most cases. Potential students should always do research on the job market in their area before registering.

Can I get financial assistance?

This course is non-credit, so it does not qualify for federal aid, FAFSA and Pell Grant. In some states, vocational rehab or workforce development boards will pay for qualified students to take our courses. Additionally, some students may qualify for financial assistance when they enroll, if they meet certain requirements. Financing is available from select schools. Learn more about financial assistance.

How can I get more information about this course?

If you have questions that are not answered on our website, representatives are available by phone. You can also call us at 1-855-532-7642 during regular business hours to have your questions promptly answered. If you are visiting us during non-business hours, please send us a question using the "Contact Us" form.

This is the second online course of study I have participated in. Your Live chat was great they helped on several occasions when I had questions. - P.B., Grand Valley State University

I really enjoyed comparing what we were learning to my real life experiences and as I learned different things I really felt like I became a better employee and future management in the business world. It was a great experience.- J.E., The University of Oklahoma

This program was easy to use. Things flowed easily from one to the next. When I did have a problem, my questions were answered promptly. I was given ample time to finish this course. I had several personal events that took my time away from this course and still had plenty of time to relax and learn the things that were taught.- A.E., York Technical College - Industrial

I really enjoyed the lectures because they tended to be more in-depth and built upon personal experience, rather than a textbook.- D.M., Cascadia Community College