Behavioral science concepts applied to work settings. Focus on understanding and analyzing individual beliefs, values, goals, perceptions, motivation, commitment, and decision making; group structures and processes (interpersonal skills, communication, conflict resolution, leadership, and team work); organizational control systems (rewards, task design, performance appraisal); outcomes (satisfaction and development of the person as well as the organization); and organizational change.

Behavioral science concepts applied to work settings. Focus on understanding and analyzing individual beliefs, values, goals, perceptions, motivation, commitment, and decision making; group structures and processes (interpersonal skills, communication, conflict resolution, leadership, and team work); organizational control systems (rewards, task design, performance appraisal); outcomes (satisfaction and development of the person as well as the organization); and organizational change.

Behavioral science concepts applied to work settings. Focus on understanding and analyzing individual beliefs, values, goals, perceptions, motivation, commitment, and decision making; group structures and processes (interpersonal skills, communication, conflict resolution, leadership, and team work); organizational control systems (rewards, task design, performance appraisal); outcomes (satisfaction and development of the person as well as the organization); and organizational change.

Through an interdisciplinary and historical lens, students delve into the interaction and interdependence of animals and people, the changes and patterns over time, and the resulting implications for the animal industry and the quality of life for animals, people, and the planet. Topics covered include agricultural production, organic farming, sustainability, global agriculture, Community Supported Agriculture (CSAs), research, nutrition, food safety, genetics, animal health, aquaculture, animal welfare, breeding, recreation, companionship, and the reproduction of domestic animals. What are the major changes in meat consumption by humans? What is the effect of these changes on the environment and large and small farm operations? What are the effects of biotechnological research performed on animals for human benefits? What is the difference between animal welfare and animal rights? Why should we care? In what ways does this affect us?