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BUS451Management Sciences2 Unitsintermediate

Comparative Management

This course introduces students to comparative management and management practices across different cultural settings. It covers core concepts such as universalistic and particularistic theories, contingency theory, and the role of culture. Students will explore human resources management models, recruitment methods, and the impact of globalization and ICT on organizations. The course aims to equip students with the knowledge and skills to manage businesses effectively in diverse cultural environments.

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52h
Study Time
13
Weeks
4h
Per Week
none
Math Level
Course Keywords
Comparative ManagementCultural SettingsGlobalizationHuman ResourcesOrganizational Structure

Course Overview

Everything you need to know about this course

Course Difficulty

Intermediate Level
Builds on foundational knowledge
65%
intermediate
📚
Math Level
No Math
📖
Learning Type
Theoretical Focus

Course Topics

Key areas covered in this course

1

Comparative Management Theories

2

Cultural Dimensions

3

Human Resources Management

4

Globalization

5

Organizational Structure

6

Management Skills

Total Topics6 topics

Ready to Start

No specific requirements needed

This course is designed to be accessible to all students. You can start immediately without any prior knowledge or specific preparation.

Assessment Methods

How your progress will be evaluated (3 methods)

assignments

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Written Assessment

tutor-marked assessments

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Written Assessment

final examination

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Written Assessment

Career Opportunities

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International Manager

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Human Resources Manager

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Management Consultant

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Business Analyst

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Cross-Cultural Trainer

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Industry Applications

Real-world sectors where you can apply your knowledge

Multinational CorporationsInternational OrganizationsGovernment AgenciesConsulting FirmsNon-Profit Organizations

Study Schedule Beta

A structured 13-week journey through the course content

Week
1

Module 1: Comparative Approach to Management and Administration

4h

Unit 1: Comparative Approach to Management and Administration

4 study hours
  • •Define comparative management
  • •Understand elements of management and administration
  • •Identify similarities and differences between management and administration
Week
2

Module 1: Comparative Approach to Management and Administration

4h

Unit 2: Theories of Comparative Management & Administration

4 study hours
  • •Explain universalistic and particularistic theories
  • •Understand contingency perspective
  • •Analyze strengths and weaknesses of the theories
Week
3

Module 1: Comparative Approach to Management and Administration

4h

Unit 3: National Cultures and Management

4 study hours
  • •Understand levels of analysis in cultural research
  • •Evaluate emic and etic approaches
  • •Assess use of cultural dimensions
Week
4

Module 1: Comparative Approach to Management and Administration

4h

Unit 4: Managing Resources: Human Resources Management

4 study hours
  • •Compare human resources practices between countries
  • •Explain societal diversity in human resources
  • •Analyze differences in human resources between developed and developing nations
Week
5

Module 2: Research on Comparative Management and Administration

4h

Unit 1: The Role of Nigerian Executives in Undertaking Research in Comparative Management

4 study hours
  • •Define comparative management
  • •Enumerate comparative management theories
  • •Explain intercultural management
Week
6

Module 2: Research on Comparative Management and Administration

4h

Unit 2: Management Skills in the Public and Private Sectors of the Economy

4 study hours
  • •Examine management skills in public sector
  • •Understand management skills in private sector
  • •Compare skills and application
Week
7

Module 2: Research on Comparative Management and Administration

4h

Unit 3: Constraints of Organisational Setting on the Management of Group Activities

4 study hours
  • •Explain organizational structure
  • •State reasons for setting up organizational structure
  • •Identify problems within organizational structure
  • •Explain implications of bad organizational structure
Week
8

Module 2: Research on Comparative Management and Administration

4h

Unit 4: Human Resources Management Model That Meets the Needs of Public and Private Sectors

4 study hours
  • •Gain understanding on formulation and execution of HR strategies
  • •State importance of strategy-oriented HRM system
  • •Explain creation of strategic human resource system component
Week
9

Module 3: Use of Management Consultants/Contracts in Public Corporations

4h

Unit 1: Profile of Nigerian Executives in the Public and Private Sector and Vice Versa

4 study hours
  • •Explain features of public and private sector employment
  • •Review profiles of Nigerian executives
  • •Discuss relevance of public and private service to community development
Week
10

Module 3: Use of Management Consultants/Contracts in Public Corporations

4h

Unit 2: Use of Management Consultants and Contracts in Streamlining the Operations of Public Corporations

4 study hours
  • •Define comparative management
  • •Discuss use of management consultants
  • •List functions of comparative consultants
  • •Discuss advantages and disadvantages of internal consultants
Week
11

Module 3: Use of Management Consultants/Contracts in Public Corporations

4h

Unit 3: The Military Administrator, the Civil Servant, and the Manager as Interchangeable Experts

4 study hours
  • •Explain military administrator
  • •Discuss manager as interchangeable expert
  • •Identify host organization in civil service
  • •Highlight divided loyalty in civil service
Week
12

Module 3: Use of Management Consultants/Contracts in Public Corporations

4h

Unit 4: Constraints Imposed on Managerial Discretion in Public Corporations

4 study hours
  • •Define managerial discretion
  • •Identify sources of constraints
  • •Explain relationship between managerial discretion and performance
  • •Discuss managerial discretion and deregulation
Week
13

Module 4: Globalization of Economic Activities

8h

Unit 1: Globalization of Economic Activities

4 study hours
  • •Understand meaning of globalization
  • •Evaluate strategic role of cultures
  • •Assess dimensions of culture and effects on globalization strategy

Unit 2 Effect of ICT in the Management of Organisations under different Cultural Settings

4 study hours
  • •Discuss the effect of ICT in management
  • •Explain intercultural management
  • •Identify some categories of cultural
  • •State the focus of comparative management

This study schedule is in beta and may not be accurate. Please use it as a guide and consult the course outline for the most accurate information.

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Study Tips & Exam Preparation

Expert tips to help you succeed in this course

1

Create comparative tables outlining key management theories and their cultural contexts (Units 1-2)

2

Develop case studies applying course concepts to specific countries or regions (Units 3-4)

3

Focus on understanding the impact of cultural dimensions on organizational structure and HR practices (Modules 1-2)

4

Practice analyzing real-world scenarios involving ethical dilemmas in international business (Module 3)

5

Review key concepts and frameworks related to globalization and its impact on management (Module 4)

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