N_BR_STM_k Current Management Theories

NEWTON University
winter 2026
Extent and Intensity
0/0. 5 credit(s). Type of Completion: zk (examination).
Teacher(s)
doc. Ing. Monika Motyčková, Ph.D. (lecturer)
Mgr. Ing. Tomáš Dania, Ph.D. (seminar tutor)
Guaranteed by
doc. PhDr. PaedDr. Eva Ambrozová, Ph.D., MBA
Centre for Management – Academic Department – NEWTON University
Timetable of Seminar Groups
N_BR_STM_k/01: Sun 8. 11. 14:40–17:50 BR Učebna 06, Sat 21. 11. 13:00–16:10 BR Učebna 06, Sun 22. 11. 13:00–17:50 BR Učebna 06, T. Dania
Prerequisites (in Czech)
(!N_BA_STM_p Current Management Theories) && (!N_BA_STM_k Current Management Theories) && (!N_BR_STM_p Current Management Theories) && (!N_BR_STM_k Current Management Theories) && (!N_PH_STM_p Current Management Theories) && (!N_PH_STM_k Current Management Theories)
Course Enrolment Limitations
The course is offered to students of any study field.
Course objectives
The aim of this course is to familiarize students with the development of management theories, their key ideas, main schools of thought, and prominent proponents of individual theories - from the roots of management to the latest trends in this field today. Presenting the historical context of the development of management theories will enable students to better understand individual concepts and their potential for application in current practice. The course introduces students to the connections between current developments in the economic environment and the ever-increasing importance of management in all types of organizations. Students will also become familiar with the latest trends and key figures in the field of management.
Syllabus

  1. Introduction to the course concept. Introduction to management. Overview of the historical development of management. The three basic elements of management.
  2. The School of Human Relations and psychological–social approaches (element 1).
  3. Effective or nonviolent communication - the communication tree, the communication process, and active listening (element 1).
  4. Self-management - turquoise or evolutionary organizations and leadership (element 1).
  5. Leadership and emotional intelligence (element 1).
  6. Leadership and emotional intelligence - continued, the Tomáš Baťa phenomenon (element 1).
  7. The manager’s personality in the current business environment (element 1).
  8. The School of Scientific Management, Bureaucratic Management, Systems Management, and Reengineering (Element 3).
  9. Contemporary Business Practices and Outcomes (Element 3). Process management, project management, and change management.
  10. The School of Administrative Management and Empirical Approaches (Element 2).
  11. Contemporary influences, principles, and rules of business (element 2). Strategic focus, brand building, stakeholder management, and risk management.
  12. Contemporary influences, principles, and rules of business (element 2). Analysis and synthesis. SWOT analysis. Review of exam instructions.

Literature
  • BLAŽEK, Ladislav. Management: Organizování,rozhodováni, ovlivňováni. Praha: Grada, 2014. ISBN 978-80-247-4429-2.
  • DRUCKER, Peter. To nejdůležitější z Druckera v jednom svazku. Praha: Magnet Press, 2012. 304 s. ISBN 978-80-7261-242-0.
  • GRASSEOVÁ, Monika; DUBEC, Radek; ŘEHÁK, David. Analýza v rukou manažera: 33 nejpoužívanějších metod strategického řízení. Brno: Computer Press, 2010. 325 s. ISBN 978-80-251-2621-9.
  • WREN, Daniel; BEDEIAN, Arthur. The Evolution of Management Thought. UK: John Wiley & Sons, 2009.
  • NANDA, Jayanta. Management Thought. New Delhi: Sarup & Sons, 2006.
  • VEBER, Jaromír. Management - základy, moderní manažerské přístupy, výkonnost a prosperita. Praha: Management Press, 2014. 736 s. ISBN 978-80-7261-200-0.
  • VODÁČKOVÁ, Olga; VODÁČEK, Leo. Moderní management v teorii a praxi. Praha: Management Press, 2006. 295 s. ISBN 80-7261-143-7.
  • JAY, Ros; TEMPLAR, Richard. Velká kniha manažerských dovedností. Praha 7: Grada Publishing, a.s., 2006. 516 s. ISBN 80-247-1279-2.
Assessment methods

Course Credit: Presentation of the assigned project in accordance with the conditions set by the instructor. Students are required to earn this course credit no later than the end of the third week of the winter semester exam period.

Exam: In-person oral exam.
Language of instruction
Czech
The course is also listed under the following terms winter 2024, winter 2025.
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