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The Center for Multidisciplinary Studies offers two undergraduate diplomas, one in Applied Arts and Science and one in Management Development. To apply online for undergraduate study at RIT, please visit the office of Undergraduate Admissions' website at http://www.rit.edu/~960www/.

The Diploma in Applied Arts and Science consists of 36 quarter credit hours and is fully customizable. Students work with their academic advisor to create one area of professional concentration. The diploma can be earned on campus, online, or both.

The Applied Arts and Science diploma is a great way to earn a credential if you are making a career change and need to update/learn new skills; taking courses as a bridge program into a graduate program; earning an AAS or BS degree and would like to earn a credential on the way; or if you just want to continuing learning.

In the management diploma program, students concentrate their studies in one of three specific areas of business and management that may be relevant on the job immediately.

Typically, the management diploma is earned by completing 16 quarter credit hours in addition to the management certificate. The small business management certificate is listed as the first three courses of each diploma option. An approved, 12 credit hour subsitute can be used. Speak with your advisor about this option.

Courses applied toward a management diploma also may be counted as professional courses in appropriate degree programs. Students must achieve a program GPA of at least 2.0 in order to be certified for completion/graduation.

Diploma in General Management:

0681-200 Management Process I A comprehensive three-quarter course in effective supervision and management for supervisors and potential supervisors. Approximately 50 topics of current importance to supervisors are presented, as well as essential management principles, business communication and practical supervision techniques. Specific supervisory problems of course participants are discussed in informal sessions and through projects conducted outside the classroom. Instruction is usually guided by a team of management specialists. Lecture discussion, panel presentations, audiovisual presentation, simulation exercises and case studies. (Course sequence extends over three consecutive quarters and should be taken in sequence when possible.) A management certificate is awarded for successful completion of the three course sequence. Credit 4

0681-201 Management Process II A comprehensive three-quarter course in effective supervision and management for supervisors and potential supervisors. Approximately 50 topics of current importance to supervisors are presented, as well as essential management principles, business communication and practical supervision techniques. Specific supervisory problems of course participants are discussed in informal sessions and through projects conducted outside the classroom. Instruction is usually guided by a team of management specialists. Lecture discussion, panel presentations, audiovisual presentation, simulation exercises and case studies. (Course extends over three consecutive quarters and should be taken in sequence). A management certificate is awarded for successful completion of the courses. Credit 4

0681-202 Management Process III A comprehensive three-quarter course in effective supervision and management for supervisors and potential supervisors. Approximately 50 topics of current importance to supervisors are presented, as well as essential management principles, business communication and practical supervision techniques. Specific supervisory problems of course participants are discussed in informal sessions and through projects conducted outside the classroom. Instruction is usually guided by a team of management specialists. Lecture discussion, panel presentations, audiovisual presentation, simulation exercises and case studies. (Course extends over three consecutive quarters and should be taken in sequence). A management certificate is awarded for successful completion of the course. Credit 4

0680-201 Financial Accounting Emphasis is placed on analyzing and recording business transactions and understanding the results of these transactions. Preparation of basic financial statements required by any business are included. Credit 4

0680-203 Managerial Accounting The functions and uses of accounting information are presented. Emphasis is placed on the preparation and operation of dynamic budgets and the use of accounting data for control and profit planning. 0680-201 Pre-Requisite. Credit 4

0680-341 Information Resources and Network Tools An overview of the evolution and structure of the computing environment and information networks. Topics include the evolution of the computer; personal computers, workstations and local area networks; tools for managing information; systems design and analysis tools; electronic mail; and using the Internet. Labs explore information resources and data communication tools available on the RIT computer network and the Internet. Credit 4

0681-361 Marketing An introductory course in marketing that provides a better awareness of the function of marketing and how marketing relates to other areas of business. Topics include the marketing concept, developing a product strategy, behavioral aspects of consumer marketing, the marketing mix, segmentation and current marketing issues. An approved business elective can be substituted for this course. Credit 4

Diploma in Marketing:

0681-200 Management Process I A comprehensive three-quarter course in effective supervision and management for supervisors and potential supervisors. Approximately 50 topics of current importance to supervisors are presented, as well as essential management principles, business communication and practical supervision techniques. Specific supervisory problems of course participants are discussed in informal sessions and through projects conducted outside the classroom. Instruction is usually guided by a team of management specialists. Lecture discussion, panel presentations, audiovisual presentation, simulation exercises and case studies. (Course sequence extends over three consecutive quarters and should be taken in sequence when possible.) A management certificate is awarded for successful completion of the three course sequence. Credit 4

0681-201 Management Process II A comprehensive three-quarter course in effective supervision and management for supervisors and potential supervisors. Approximately 50 topics of current importance to supervisors are presented, as well as essential management principles, business communication and practical supervision techniques. Specific supervisory problems of course participants are discussed in informal sessions and through projects conducted outside the classroom. Instruction is usually guided by a team of management specialists. Lecture discussion, panel presentations, audiovisual presentation, simulation exercises and case studies. (Course extends over three consecutive quarters and should be taken in sequence). A management certificate is awarded for successful completion of the courses. Credit 4

0681-202 Management Process III A comprehensive three-quarter course in effective supervision and management for supervisors and potential supervisors. Approximately 50 topics of current importance to supervisors are presented, as well as essential management principles, business communication and practical supervision techniques. Specific supervisory problems of course participants are discussed in informal sessions and through projects conducted outside the classroom. Instruction is usually guided by a team of management specialists. Lecture discussion, panel presentations, audiovisual presentation, simulation exercises and case studies. (Course extends over three consecutive quarters and should be taken in sequence). A management certificate is awarded for successful completion of the course. Credit 4

0681-361 Marketing An introductory course in marketing that provides a better awareness of the function of marketing and how marketing relates to other areas of business. Topics include the marketing concept, developing a product strategy, behavioral aspects of consumer marketing, the marketing mix, segmentation and current marketing issues. Credit 4

0681-261 Effective Selling Investigates the importance of the sales function within the overall marketing organization and the necessary general characteristics of a successful sales person. The various steps of the sales process and the practical applications of effective sales presentation are discussed. Credit 4

0681-263 Advertising Principles Social, economic and mass communication aspects of advertising with special emphasis on the role of advertising in the marketing mix. Special topics include agency/client relationship, radio and TV ratings, history of advertising, the creative process and psycho graphics. Guest lecturers discuss corporate campaigns. Credit 4

Business Elective A business elective should be chosen with your advisor to complete this diploma. Credit 4

Diploma in Human Resources Administration:

0681-200 Management Process I A comprehensive three-quarter course in effective supervision and management for supervisors and potential supervisors. Approximately 50 topics of current importance to supervisors are presented, as well as essential management principles, business communication and practical supervision techniques. Specific supervisory problems of course participants are discussed in informal sessions and through projects conducted outside the classroom. Instruction is usually guided by a team of management specialists. Lecture discussion, panel presentations, audiovisual presentation, simulation exercises and case studies. (Course sequence extends over three consecutive quarters and should be taken in sequence when possible.) A management certificate is awarded for successful completion of the three course sequence. Credit 4

0681-201 Management Process II A comprehensive three-quarter course in effective supervision and management for supervisors and potential supervisors. Approximately 50 topics of current importance to supervisors are presented, as well as essential management principles, business communication and practical supervision techniques. Specific supervisory problems of course participants are discussed in informal sessions and through projects conducted outside the classroom. Instruction is usually guided by a team of management specialists. Lecture discussion, panel presentations, audiovisual presentation, simulation exercises and case studies. (Course extends over three consecutive quarters and should be taken in sequence). A management certificate is awarded for successful completion of the courses. Credit 4

0681-202 Management Process III A comprehensive three-quarter course in effective supervision and management for supervisors and potential supervisors. Approximately 50 topics of current importance to supervisors are presented, as well as essential management principles, business communication and practical supervision techniques. Specific supervisory problems of course participants are discussed in informal sessions and through projects conducted outside the classroom. Instruction is usually guided by a team of management specialists. Lecture discussion, panel presentations, audiovisual presentation, simulation exercises and case studies. (Course extends over three consecutive quarters and should be taken in sequence). A management certificate is awarded for successful completion of the course. Credit 4

0619-480 Human Resources Management This course presents hospitality and service management students with a complete repertoire of human resource management (HRM) issues. It addresses all the current HRM topics and is designed to enhance the student's ability to deal effectively with HRM topics. The laboratories attempt to develop conceptual thinking abilities. The course also focuses on HRM training techniques--an area of specific concern in the hospitality industry. By emphasizing various training techniques and practices, highly skilled graduates can immediately employ one of the hospitality industry's most valuable tools- training to aid in the retention and management of human resources. The course makes extensive use of lectures and laboratory exercises. Credit 4

0626-234 Interviewing Techniques A practical approach to interviewing techniques with emphasis on role plays and case studies. Coverage includes employment, disciplinary, counseling, and performance appraisal interviews. Credit 4

0680-311 Business Law I Introductory course in business law including basic legal principles and procedures, criminal law, torts, contracts, sales, and real property. Credit 4

Business Elective A business elective should be chosen with your advisor to complete this diploma. Credit 4