IX. Graduate Programs

Management

Courses

Required Courses

MGMT*6800 Philosophy of Social Science Research F [0.50]
This course introduces students to the underlying philosophical assumptions that support empirical research methods within social science disciplines. The aim of this course is to examine the philosophy of knowledge generation and claims, particularly in the context of management phenomena.
Prerequisite(s): MCS*6050 or equivalent
MGMT*6820 Theory of Management F [0.50]
This course examines the evolution of management thought and the overarching theories that have been successfully applied to multiple functional areas of the organization. Examples of theories that apply to such disparate areas as operations, marketing, and organizational behaviour include agency theory, transaction cost analysis, and contingency theory.

Methods Courses

Students normally take one course in quantitative methods and one course in qualitative methods upon the advice of their supervisor and the program graduate coordinator. Appropriate courses are offered by a number of departments.The courses below are offered by the Department of Marketing and Consumer Studies.

MCS*6060 [0.50] Multivariate Research Methods
MCS*6080 [0.50] Qualitative Research Methods
University of Guelph
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Guelph, Ontario, N1G 2W1

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