Introduction to Management

Presentation

UC in the area of Management, which aims to address general and introductory issues in this area.

It is essential for anyone who will work in the area of Management, in whatever sector.

The approach is practical, which is favorable to the work context.

Programme

Human Resources Management and Development

Level of Qualification|Semesters|ECTS

| Semestral | 5

Year | Type of course unit | Language

1 |Mandatory |Português

Code

ULP619-3191

Recommended complementary curricular units

None in particular.

Professional Internship

Não

Syllabus

1 - The evolution of Management

2 - Management and the organizational environment

3 - Functions of Management

• Planning
• Organization
• Direction
• Control

Objectives

1 - To portray the historical origin of Management and to frame it in the organizational scope.

2 - Identify, contextualize and analyze the basic functions of Management.

Teaching methodologies and assessment

The evaluation method is continuous, which means that each student will be evaluated based on these elements:

• Two tests (without consultation) (25% each)
• Case study (in group and without consultation) (20%: 30% oral + 70% written)
• Working group (without consultation) (20%: 30% oral + 70% written)
• Participation during class (10%) 

Or:

Resit exam (without consultation)

References

TEIXEIRA, S. Gestão das Organizações, 3ª ed., Lisboa: Verlag Dashofer Portugal, 2013.

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