Fundamentals of Management

Teaching results

The main goal of the course is to provide comprehensive knowledge about approaches in the management of organizations in the context of the latest development trends and concepts. Students will gain knowledge of basic managerial functions (planning, organizing, leading and controlling.) They will understand the logic and functioning of the organization. Special emphasis in the subject is placed on the acquisition of skills, competencies, techniques and knowledge necessary for the successful management of the organization. The content of the course provides an overview of the organization in the short and long term, the setting of its goals, analysis of the environment, but also the development of its strategy. It will enable students to develop plans to effectively achieve organizational goals. Students will acquire skills related to the function of a manager in today's competitive environment. They are acquainted with the work of organizations, their development in a changing business environment influenced by political, economic, social, technological, legal and environmental factors.
Knowledge:
• orientation in managerial approaches
• understand the principles of operation of the company in terms of managerial functions
• orientate oneself in leadership and motivation styles
• acquire knowledge of the analysis of the company's environment
• acquire knowledge of basic management methods and techniques in order to keep companies competitive.
Skills:
• apply management methods in solving business problems
• interpret the results of analyzes and prepare the basis for decision-making
• discuss business problems and their possible solutions
Competences:
• the ability to collect and interpret data related to the analysis of the enterprise's environment
• the ability to compare the undertakings examined with competitors
• the ability to plan, organize and make effective decisions in the company
• the ability to lead human resources to achieve the company's objectives