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2011-2012 UMass Dartmouth Graduate Catalog [Archived Catalog]

ACT 671 - Mgmnt Control & Bus Improvmnt

3 credits
The management control system for implementing strategy and gaining competitive advantage. The firm strives to control effectiveness and efficiency by making improvements to organizational structure and business processes. This course examines the means for achieving control while exploring improvement alternatives, such as restructuring, re-engineering, downsizing, and outsourcing. The course focuses on the methods used by management to guide employee actions, gain their commitment, and monitor outcomes.