Subject: EDMP
Term: Fall 2016
EDMP 611: Theory and Practice of Collective Action (100/5294)
Reddy, M
Virtual Sessions: Oct 13 - 15, 2016 and Nov 17 - 19, 2016
EDMP 613: Leading Change (100/5150)
Boyatzis, R
Virtual Sessions: Oct 13 - 15, 2016 and Nov 17 - 19, 2016
EDMP 614: Business as an Evolving Complex System (100/5362)
Carlsson, B
Virtual Sessions: Oct 13 - 15, 2016 and Nov 17 - 19, 2016
EDMP 616: Global Economic Systems and Issues (100/11787)
Moore, P
This course provides a framework and analytical tools for understanding globalization and international economic relations in the context of the global political system. It analyzes the economic and political forces that are shaping global cooperation on economic matters, the role and impact of international economic institutions such as the World Bank, the International Monetary Fund, and the World Trade Organization, and evolving forms of regional governance, such as the European Union. It covers national and international policies and development and the causes and cures of international financial crises. The course revolves around concepts of efficiency, equality, power, and institutions in the making of public policy towards globalization of communications and transportation.
EDMP 641: Qualitative Inquiry II (100/5151)
Boland, R
This course guides the student in conducting the qualitative research project that was proposed in EDMP 638. Fieldwork and initial analysis is conducted during the summer when data based on semi-structure interviews is collected and analysis begins using inductive coding techniques. A summer residency is held in mid-June to assess progress as final data collection and analysis continues. The aim of the fall semester is to prepare a formal research report on that project, which will be submitted to an academic research conference. The final report includes a revision of one's conceptual model, integrating new understandings and literature arising from the data collection and analysis.
EDMP 642: Directed Studies Seminar (100/11521)
Lyytinen, K
At different times during the Program, EDM students register for Directed Studies courses. The purpose of these courses is to recognize the work the students are doing to conduct and present their individualized research at a high quality level. Activities conducted under the Directed Studies courses are dedicated to the collection of qualitative or quantitative data and the preparation of research reports.
EDMP 645: Integration of Qualitative and Quantitative Inquiry (100/5319)
Lyytinen, K
Using the mixed method research toolkit developed in previous courses, this course focuses on critically analyzing selected pieces of published applied and policy research to develop a critical appreciation of issues and debates that have wide applicability and relevance. In particular, it offers students ways to integrate and triangulate using a mixed method approach, different forms of evidence, and related evidence. In addition, this course addresses common method choice and justification issues and related challenges of validity and theory formulation that typically arise during the students' execution of a series of individual research projects. Application of critical analysis and appreciation approach in justifying mixed methods designs to the student's own research work is encouraged and supported by sharing and discussing common research and methodology themes and problems.
EDMP 646: Advanced Analytical Methods for Generalizing Research (100/5320)
Singh, J
This course addresses advanced topics in regression and structural equation modeling such as latent growth curve models, partial least squares, logit models, tests for various types of invariance, multiple-group analysis, multilevel analysis, and analyzing qualitative/categorical data. These analytical methods are intended to enhance the student's toolkit as to facilitate a strong bridge to the academic literature and the application to specific data based problems that arise in applied managerial research.
EDMP 648: Causal Analysis of Business Problems I (100/5262)
Gaskin, J
Model Building & Validation I introduces fundamental concepts in theory-based model building and validation. In this course students will develop, explore, refine and validate a range of models appropriate for addressing their problem of practice including classification models, process models, variance models, and articulating nomological networks. In particular, the course will focus on effective conceptualizations of causation, control, mediation, and moderation. Further, foundational statistical techniques such as tests of assumptions of the data, exploratory factor analysis, and regression and path analysis will be introduced.
EDMP 665: Introduction to Research Inquiry (100/5152)
Cola, P
This course begins participants' three-year research experience. Energized by one's personal passion and commitment to the topic, we seek for the work to be accomplished at a level that makes it worthy of widespread dissemination and influence as engaged scholars. The goal in this course is to prepare students to develop their minds as scholars by understanding the world of research; develop a research identity by identifying one's research domain; learn to read academic literature and write in a scholarly style; work with academic literature to identify and digest concepts and theories that inform research on that problem; begin to develop a conceptual model that abstracts how the world may be functioning in that problem domain and points to a research question that can guide the next stage of the research. The final deliverable for this course is to present the research topic with substantiation for its significance, relevance and timeliness in the management field. This would include the research question(s); the literature review; and proposed qualitative methodology and analytical approach(es).
EDMP 680: Conflict & Cooperation in the Global Arena (100/5363)
Doherty, E
The global arena is described by some as a realm of perpetual conflict. Others argue that given the right institutions and incentives, international actors can find ways to achieve cooperation, peace and increased global prosperity. Still others suggest that the international political and economic arena is "what you make of it"--emphasizing the role of norms, identities and ideas in shaping international outcomes. This course will examine both theoretical and policy perspectives regarding the question of international conflict and cooperation, with a specific emphasis on drawing on insights from collective action theory and international relations scholarship.
EDMP 699: Applied Research Project Continuation (100/5153)
Lyytinen, K
Program participants who have not successfully completed their Applied Research Projects before the start of the fall semester following their third year of enrollment in the E.D.M. Program will have seven years from the date of their initial matriculation into the Program to complete degree requirements. If their work continues beyond the normal 54 credit hours of designed courses, they will register for Applied Research Project Continuation. Continuation credits may also be used for students enrolling in the Program after August 2000, who have not completed their required course work and research requirements within the Program's required 54 semester credit hours.