Details - Tematika

Management (GAJABAN-MENEDZSM-1)

Basic data

Name and type of the study programme

Vehicle Engineering, undergraduate program

Curriculum

2023

Classes / consultation hours

2 + 1 + 0 (L+S+Labs)

Credits

4 credits

Theory – Practice

Theory: 67%, Practice: 33%

Recommended semester

Semester 4

Study mode

full-time

Prerequisites

–

Evaluation type

Colloquium

Course category

Compulsory

Language

English

Instructors

Responsible instructor

Dr. Beke Éva

Responsible department

Department of Basic Sciences

Instructor(s)

Dr. Beke Éva

Checked by

Kelemen János

Course objectives

The aim of the course is to familiarise students with the characteristics and interrelationships of market organisations. They will learn about the groups of internal and external factors influencing firm performance, the structure of organisations, the main strategies.

Course content

Lectures

Introduction to management. The concept of management. Managers and/or leaders. Managerial roles. The manager's relationship system. The group and the organisation. General structural, functional and dynamic characteristics of organisations. Classical principles and human relations in management. Basic issues in the management of organisational processes. Modern theories of management. The organisational environment and organisational capabilities. Organisational culture. Decision making in organizations. Change management. Organisational forms in management Strategy in organisations. The exercises involve working on the topic of the lecture.

Seminars

Weeks Themes 1. Introduction to economics and basic knowledge of entrepreneurship: basic concepts and principles of economics, the role of enterprises in the economy, types and legal forms of enterprises 2. Market economy and competition: principles of market economy, law of supply and demand, competition and market structures 3. Fundamentals of enterprise economics: corporate resources and costs, production and cost functions, efficiency and profit maximization 4. Money and financial markets: the concept and functions of money, interest rates, and inflation, financial markets and institutions. 5. Business financing: sources of funding of enterprises, capital structure and creditworthiness, investment decisions, and project valuation. 6. Written test. Discussion of test questions. Evaluation 7. Corporate decision-making: decision-making process and methods, risk management and corporate strategy, ethical and legal decision-making issues. 8. Basics of marketing: the concept and goals of marketing, marketing mix and target markets, marketing plan and marketing strategy 9. Organization and management of enterprises: corporate organization and structure, leadership styles and motivation, group work, and conflict management system. 10. Progress report of students’ research and presentation project Student presentations 11. International activities of enterprises: globalization and international markets, 12. International trade and investment, international corporate governance, and risks 13. Business and environmental sustainability: concept and importance of environmental sustainability, environmental impact and responsibility of enterprises, sustainable business models and green technologies 14. Evaluation and summary

Acquired competences

Knowledge

Knows the basic, comprehensive concepts, theories, facts, national economic and international connections of economics, regarding the relevant economic actors, functions, and processes. - He is aware of the basic principles and methods for the creation of organizations and institutions, their structure, and organizational behavior. - Knows and understands the principles and methods of management, organization, and operation of management processes, the methodology of analysis of management processes, and the methodological bases of decision preparation and decision support. - Possesses basic knowledge of management and organization, as well as the preparation, start-up, and management of projects and the start-up of small and medium-sized enterprises. - Possesses the basic professional vocabulary of economics in his native language and at least one foreign language.

Skills

Plan, organize economic activities, projects, manage, and control small businesses and economic organizations. - By applying the learned theories and methods, he uncovers, organizes, and analyzes facts and basic relationships, formulates independent conclusions and critical comments, prepares decision-preparatory proposals, and makes decisions in routine and partially unknown domestic and international environments. - Able to determine the complex consequences of economic processes and organizational events. - Able to cooperate with representatives of other fields. - Takes part in projects and group task solutions, and after gaining practical knowledge and experience, leads, organizes, evaluates, and controls the activities as a leader. - Able to manage a small and medium-sized enterprise or an organizational unit in a business organization after gaining practical knowledge and experience.

Attitude

He/she is open to changes in the broader economic and social environment of the given job, work organization, and enterprise, and strives to follow and understand the changes. - Strives for life-long learning both in the world of work and outside of it. - Is open to changes in the broader economic and social environment of the given job, work organization, and enterprise, and strives to follow and understand the changes. - Strives for life-long learning both in the world of work and outside of it.

Autonomy and responsibilities

Under general professional supervision, independently performs and organizes the tasks specified in the job description. - Assumes responsibility for analysis, conclusions, and decisions. - Independently leads, organizes, and manages an organizational unit, work group, or enterprise, smaller economic organization in a business organization, assuming responsibility for the organization and its employees. - Organizes, manages, and controls economic activity in a business organization, in an economic job role according to his qualifications. - As a member of projects, group work, and organizational units, he carries out his assigned tasks independently and responsibly.

Additional professional competences

Through the understanding of the managerial approach, he/she is able to work in teams with other disciplines to analyse the requirements of a given problem and to develop solutions. You will strive for efficiency and quality in all areas. Ability to work both independently and in a team, and to recognize his/her limitations.

Requirements, evaluation and grading

Mid-term study requirements

During the semester, students write two final papers. The duration of the essay is 45 minutes. The assessment is based on the criteria set out in the study and examination regulations. An unsuccessful paper may be made up once. The essays are written in the classroom in the case of attendance or on an electronic platform (Neptun UniPoll) in the case of distance learning.

Exam requirements

Active participation in lectures and practical sessions. Participation in the sessions is regulated by Section III.23.§ (1)-(4) of the TVSZ. The condition for obtaining the signature and the mid-year grade is the completion of the mid-year assignments at least at a satisfactory level. The method of replacing the signature beyond the academic period is regulated by Section III.6.1.(3)/III.6.2.(3) of the Academic Regulations.

Generative AI usage

2nd position: The use of GAI tools is permitted when solving tasks, but a declaration about their use is mandatory. This means that GAI tools can be used when creating or solving formative or summative assessment elements, but a declaration about their use is mandatory.

Study aids, laboratory background

Contemporary Management (13th Edition / 2024 Release) * Authors: Gareth R. Jones & Jennifer M. George Published: 2023/2024 (McGraw-Hill) Strategic Commercial Management (1st Edition, 2025): By David Lowe (Routledge)

Readings

Compulsory readings

Management (16th Edition, Global Edition) * Authors: Stephen P. Robbins & Mary Coulter Published: 2024 (Pearson)