NUR 713 - Organization and Administrative Theory

Credit Hours: 3
This course explores the differences among administration, leadership, and management. The historical development, current trends, and future directions of administrative/ leadership/ organization theories will be analyzed to identify the relevant skills and principles to develop a personal administrative theory. The student will also analyze organizational and individual factors that influence administration. Concepts and principles underlying organizational structure, behaviors, and management will be explored. Emphasis will be placed on practical application of these skills and principles to facilitate an efficient and effective institutional environment. Further emphasis will be on critical application of knowledge and principles of organization to a complex organization.