Course Descriptions - MST

Management and Supervision Technology (MST)

MST 111 Elements of Supervision
3 semester hours
Prerequisite: None Code C
This course is an introduction to the fundamentals of supervision. Topics include the functions of management, responsibilities of the supervisor, management-employee relations, organizational structure, project management and employee training, and rating. (F, Sp)

MST 201 Human Resource Management
3 semester hours
Prerequisite: None Code C
This course provides an overview of the responsibilities of the supervisor of human resources. Topics include the selection, placement, testing, orientation, training, rating, promotion, and transfer of employees. (Sp)

MST 215 Small Business Management
3 semester hours
Prerequisite: None Code C
This course provides an overview of the creation and operation of a small business. Topics include buying a franchise, starting a business, identifying capital resources, understanding markets, managing customer credit, managing accounting systems, budgeting systems, inventory systems, purchasing insurance, and the importance of appropriate legal course. (Sp)

MST 225 Special Studies in Business Management
3 semester hours
Prerequisite: MST 215 Code C
Under faculty supervision, this course provides a student the opportunity to develop a knowledge of current business management practices. Emphasis is placed on independent study of current publications approved by the instructor. (F)