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The course provides a working knowledge of the tools and analytical conventions
used in the practice of corporate finance; establishes an understanding of the basic
elements of financial theory to be used in application of analytical reasoning to
business problems; explores the interrelationship among corporate policies and decisions.
It examines financial theory including time value of money, asset valuation, capital
markets, risk management and the basic terminology of corporate finance. The course
focuses on Role and functions of a financial manager in the modern business environment
in which a manager operates; formulation of financial objectives and policies; financial
analysis, forecasting, planning, and control; asset management; capital budgeting;
acquisition of funds through borrowing, stock issue, and by internal means; dividend
policy; and international aspects of finance. |
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A company’s ‘operations’ are the direct processes that it uses to create value.
These involve transforming various types of inputs into outputs. Operations management
is the task of managing these processes. This course is concerned with the fundamentals
of operations management, covering both service industries and manufacturing sector
including process analysis, workforce issues, materials management, quality and
productivity, technology, and strategic planning, together with relevant analytical
techniques. It also looks at the supply chain and the way in which coordination
between supply chain partners can be achieved. The course also investigates operational
challenges involved in managing projects. |
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This course provides a framework for understanding of human resource issues and
managing people at work. It draws on insights from the social sciences to explore
how employment relations are influenced by economic, social, psychological, legal,
and cultural forces. It broadly covers all the major functional areas of human resource
management such as Job Analysis, Staffing, Performance Management, Training and
development, Compensation and benefits, Health and Safety, Employee relations and
the human resource implications of various strategies. It also covers a module on
international perspective to human resource management. |
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The major thrust of this course is to establish theoretical and practical foundations
for marketing. It addresses the crucial issues companies must resolve using case
studies and focused articles. Main topics covered are: Market analysis and customer
value; Marketing plan and marketing mix; Product innovation and product line management;
Branding and corporate image; External communication, specifically advertising,
sales promotion and sponsoring; Choice and management of distribution networks;
Direct marketing; Marketing audit; Marketing ethics; and Market research in the
contexts of strategy development, decision making, implementation, and control. |
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This is a capstone course which utilizes all the skills, tools, and knowledge developed
earlier in the graduate program. It is a study of the integrative functions of senior
corporate management in long-range strategic planning and decision making. The course
focuses on the strategy development process in organizations and on how to create
sustainable competitive advantage. It includes developing an understanding of the
strategic position of organizations, strategic choices for the future and how one
can best translate strategies into action. Topics are covered from a general management
perspective and include setting corporate goals and objectives, analyzing external
competitive environments, understanding business models, identifying strategy options,
and designing appropriate organization systems and structure for implementation
of plans. International and e-business issues are integrated throughout. |
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Global competition and opportunities are an integral part of business today. Sensitivity
to uncertainties, turbulences and disruptive forces which globally impact organizations
and people is the prerequisite for survival in present environment. This course
addresses fundamental issues in developing international strategies and managing
in the international environment. It deals with international environment and its
impact on firm strategy and operations, including foreign direct investment, culture,
foreign exchange exposure management and other issues that arise in cross-border
operations; Variables that influence the competitiveness of firms and lead to attractiveness
of countries to foreign investors and traders; Analysis of investment climate and
alternative strategies for entering and growing in different markets such as exporting,
licensing, direct investment and joint ventures; examining leadership in the organizational
transformation of international companies.
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To excel, managers and entrepreneurs must know how to operate successfully in the
legal environment of business. The goal of this course is to teach students how
to deal effectively with the constraints and opportunities created by the law and
also to appreciate the ethical aspects related to business. The course addresses
legal aspects of business management, agreements and relationships including: contracts;
torts; product liability; employment relationships especially protection of trade
secrets, wrongful termination, discrimination and sexual harassment; intellectual
property; agency and business organizations; and international business transactions.
The course also focuses on the ethical and moral challenges that are an everyday
part of organizational life for managers and addresses the societal consequences
of managerial decisions and organizational actions. It considers global variance
in ethical standards and impact of ethical behavior on organizational performance. |
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International Banking and Finance
This course provides the synthesis of financial policy into a grand strategy which
integrates organizational purpose and goals. The focus of the course is on current
thinking regarding valuation of the firm, investment decision processes, financing,
and dividend policy, asset management, and financial strategies and portfolio theory.
Financial institutions, be they commercial and investment banks or other finance
operators, are historically the largest employers for MBA students. Students choosing
this specialization typically work as financial, investment, or credit analysts
in corporations, investment firms, or financial institutions. Graduates commonly
start either as financial analysts for corporations or as associates of corporate
treasury departments. As financial analysts, they are often responsible for conducting
analysis and providing recommendations on capital investments and financing alternatives;
the analysis of new marketing and product programs; generation and analysis of division
and corporate performance measures; preparation and coordination of annual budgets
and financial forecasts; analyzing and reporting on product and customer profitability;
and the analysis of acquisition candidates. In a corporate treasury department,
common duties include: financial planning for the corporation; structuring and arranging
medium and long-term financing including bank loans and public securities issues;
arranging funding for company capital projects; and assistance with the acquisition
and disposition of corporate assets.
Marketing Management
Marketing is one of the most practical, interesting, and important areas of concentration
at IMT Dubai. MBA students with a specialization in Marketing acquire skills in
analyzing and using existing data to make effective marketing decisions. Students
learn theories and practices about how products, services and ideas are developed,
distributed, priced and promoted by a variety of organizations.
Marketing specialization will qualify students for a variety of positions. Career
paths include Advertising, Brand Management, Marketing strategy, Marketing Research,
and Sales and Distribution Management. It also prepares the students to work in
specialized industries like Retail, Services, Logistics and Distribution and Marketing
Research and Advertising.
Project Management (Operations)
The project management field of specialization opens a number of operational, hands-on,
career opportunities. This concentration is focused on providing decision-making
skills suited to today's information- and technology-intensive environments. This
flexible concentration takes a strategic and applications-oriented view of operations.
In addition to the core courses, electives are offered in supply chain management,
project management, operations strategy, service management, and quality management.
The IMT graduates with a concentration in project management are well prepared to
work in industry as supply chain analysts, project managers, logistics planners,
or as managers of manufacturing or service operations. Consulting firms (e.g. KPMG,
Booz Allen Hamilton, McKinsey, etc.) have high regard for the quantitative, analytical
skills that accompany the area of supply chain management. This concentration is
particularly valuable when combined with marketing or finance skills.
Human Resources
This course is designed to enable future HR professionals with the knowledge, understanding
and skills necessary to contribute in both the strategic and tactical management
of organization’s Human Resources.
The emphasis during the course is on the various aspects of Human Resources i.e.
Human Resource Planning, Job analysis, Recruitment and Selection, Training and Development,
Performance Management, Compensation and Benefits, Strategic Human Resource Management
and Change Management; all of which are essential for effective HR management within
organizations. A variety of teaching methods ensure that the students apply
their learning by means of classroom exercises, case studies, group discussions
and role plays.
The Human Resource Management specialization provides an opportunity to the students
to analyze the contribution of HRM to the achievements of the organization’s objective
and evaluate ways in which an organization structure and culture may contribute
to the HR performance.
Students choosing this specialization typically work as HR Generalists, Recruitment
/ Training / Compensation specialists or a Strategic business partners.
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