This document outlines the principles of management course for a term, including the prescribed textbook, syllabus chapters, evaluation criteria, workload, and key concepts. The main points covered are:
1) The course will cover 15 chapters from the prescribed textbook over 10 class periods, with evaluations consisting of quizzes, assignments, class participation, a midterm test, and final exam.
2) Key definitions of management are provided, including viewing it as manipulating resources to achieve objectives, as a process of getting activities completed efficiently and effectively through others, and as planning, organizing, leading, and controlling resources.
3) The main functions of management are outlined as planning, organizing, staffing, leading, and controlling