21210222 - Economia e gestione delle imprese

The Management course aims at:
1) Reading and interpreting business operations in today's world;
2) Knowing and discussing the basic processes of business management;
3) Knowing and applying the tools for the analysis of the evolution of the competitive environment in which companies operate;
4) Knowing and applying the basic operational tools to take managerial decisions;
5) Developing the proper knowledge to further deepen specific managerial processes in the next future.

To achieve these goals, the course uses active and interactive teaching. Interactive participation is strongly recommended.
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Programme

The course aims to provide a solid theoretical and practical understanding of business management, exploring the main concepts, tools, and techniques for the effective leadership of an enterprise.

Main topics:

Fundamentals of Business Economics
Introduction to the business system: nature, functions, and objectives. Relationships with the external and internal environment.

Business Management Processes
Planning, organizing, directing, and controlling as essential management functions.

Resource Analysis and Governance
Management of human, financial, technological, and material resources.

Planning and Control Tools
Financial statements, budgeting, management control, cost analysis, and performance evaluation.

Business Strategy and Decision-Making Processes
Strategy formulation and implementation, SWOT analysis, evaluation of the competitive environment.

Organizational Management
Organizational structures, coordination models, decision-making processes, and change management.

Operational Aspects and Process Management
Marketing, finance, production processes, quality management, logistics, and supply chain management.

Innovation and Sustainability
Product and process innovation, corporate social responsibility, sustainable development.

The course integrates business theory and practice, with concrete examples, case studies, and practical tools to prepare students to effectively manage an enterprise in dynamic and competitive contexts.

Core Documentation

Sciarelli S., La gestione dell'impresa. Tra teoria e pratica aziendale CEDAM

Type of evaluation

Written test with multiple choice and open questions, optional oral exam for attendant students, mandatory for non attendant ones