UNIVERSITY OF THE GAMBIA
SCHOOL OF BUSINESS AND PUBLIC ADMINISTRATION
DEPARTMENT OF ECONOMICS & MANAGEMENT SCIENCES
COURSE OUTLINE : INTRODUCTION TO MANAGEMENT (MGMT
110).
COURSE INFORMATION
Course Number : MGMT: 110
Credit Hours :3 Semester Hours
Duration : Once A week
Class Size : Maximum (45students)
LECTURER INFORMATION
Name : Mrs Haddy Njie
Mobile :3739766/9991094/2221598
E-Mail :hnjie@utg,edu,gm
Course Description
This course is a general requirement for all undergraduate students. It
provides a comprehensive overview of management issues as it gives
an understanding of basic management principles and the organization
management process using a strategic approach with a global
orientation. . It also develop an understanding of the activities and
organizational required to implement, monitor and control strategic
management programs.
Course Objectives
1. Introduction to Management and organization
2. Organizational Culture and the Environment: The Contraints
3. Decision Making: The Essence of the Manager’s Job
4. Foundation of Planning
5. Organization Structure
6. Communication and information Technology
7. Managing Change and innovation
8. Foundation of Behavior
9. Understanding Groups and Teams
10. Motivating Employees
Assessment:
Test Mark
Attendance & class 10%
Participation
Test 25%
Assignment 15%
Exam 50%
Total Marks 100%
Requirements and Expectations of the course (Course Rules)
All electronic devices should be turn off or (make silent) in the case of
mobile during class session except hearing aid or devices that help your
understanding.
Lateness – Everyone is expected in before the beginning of lectures, Please
let us all respect this
Plagiarism will not be tolerated. What is Plagiarism? It is an academic
dishonesty, taking or using someone’s ideas as if its your own without giving
acknowledgement or references. For more information on plagiarism you can go
to the web www.plagiarism.org
Timeliness: Late WORK IS UNACCEPTABLE
If you cannot meet a deadline, you must inform me in advance before the due date
so that alternative arrangements can be made. You must have a valid excuse .(“ I have a
lot of office workload” do not fall into this category).
What you can expect from me
1.I will attend all classes on time
2.I will read and carefully prepare all assigned materials
3.I grade all assignments and return them to you in a timely manner
I am eager to hear your inputs during class, even if you disagree with me.
Where the student needs advice and further explanation regarding the
course which is not possible during class. I would be available on phone
or special arrangement could be made to meet before the designated
time of the class. This will provide an opportunity to discuss the
student’s progress, problems, or issues related to the course material.
