Management
Academic Department
Our program is all about helping students become the kind of leaders and managers who can handle anything. Students learn how to think strategically, solve real-world problems, and tackle business challenges head-on. Plus, students explore managing in a global setting, preparing them to make an impact no matter where they are in the world.
Manage Your Success—Turning Plans Into Profits
Today’s organizations face big challenges — a fast-changing, competitive, and global workplace filled with diversity and complexity. To succeed, effective managers and leaders need new strategies and a toolkit of skills to navigate this ever-shifting environment.
At MCB, our Management concentration prepares you to be a pro at organizational management and leadership. You’ll build skills in strategic thinking, tackling business challenges, and managing in a global world. Get ready to lead with confidence and make an impact!
Your Future in Business Management Starts Here
Dive Into a Management Focus If You:
If you’re interested in leading teams, working with diverse groups, solving complex problems, and thriving in small classes with personalized support — this focus is perfect for you.
Engaging the audience with confidence — MCB student leading the way.
What You Can Expect
You’ll develop the ability to manage, motivate, and engage employees, equipping you with the skills to lead organizations in today’s interconnected global market. You’ll also be prepared to analyze current business issues and social challenges, giving you the confidence to make smart, impactful decisions. Additionally, the program will enhance your communication and interpersonal skills—crucial tools for achieving success in any business setting. By the end, you’ll be ready to take on leadership roles with a well-rounded, practical skill set.
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Careers in Management
Careers in management open the door to a wide range of exciting opportunities, including roles like marketing manager, financial analyst, human resources manager, and operations manager. Whether you’re interested in strategy, finance, or people management, a degree in management can launch you into a rewarding and dynamic career path.
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Explore Exciting, Innovative Concentrations in Management
The Management Department offers four specialized concentrations to help you tailor your education to your interests and career goals.
Learn how to make people’s day a little brighter with great experiences. This concentration will help you understand event logistics and operations, marketing strategies, and project management.
Hospitality and Event Management Concentration – Degree Requirements
Do you want to learn how to hire the best people and keep them productive once they’re on the team? Concentrating in Human Resource Management helps you promote a fair and inclusive workplace.
Human Resource Management Concentration – Degree Requirements
This foundational concentration will teach about cultivating ideas and making them a reality. Learn to assemble and lead a team, cultivating a culture of innovation – and adapt to the ever-changing market demands.
With immersive projects, internship and mentorship opportunities, you’ll gain the practical skills you need to find success after graduation. Take classes like Managing New Business Ventures, Sustainable Innovation, and Social Entrepreneurship.
If you’re interested in a general view of Management, start here. Learn how to be an effective leader prepared to manage in a global environment. Engage and motivate employees while also mastering the art of understanding business issues.
Master of Business Administration - Project Management & Human Resource Management (Online)
100% online. Fully accredited. Career-focused.
Designed for working professionals, this program enhances your understanding of project management fundamentals and prepares you for in-demand leadership roles across diverse industries. You’ll gain expertise in key business areas such as project initiation, planning, process improvement, and capability development—equipping you with the skills to lead and innovate in today’s competitive landscape.
Derrek Jerred, Management Advisory Board Member and MCB Academic Advisor Payton Griffin, preparing to judge the 2025 E Week Challenge.
100% online. Fully accredited. Career-focused.
Designed for working professionals, this program helps you develop the critical skills to make an impact at all levels of an organization. You will broaden your HR expertise and prepare for roles overseeing an HR department, or focus on specialized areas such as training and development, employee compensation, or corporate recruiting
When the lecture is so interesting you forget about your coffee break!
Students Clubs & Organizations
The National Society of Leadership and Success (NSLFS)
The NSLS is the largest leadership honor society in the United States. Our NSLS chapter at University of Northern Colorado was started in 2018. Our local chapter is part of the national organization with 700+ chapters and over 1.4 million members.
Students Clubs & Organizations
Collegiate Entrepreneurs Organization (CEO)
The Collegiate Entrepreneurs' Organization (CEO) at UNC is a part of global network of over 250 CEO chapters across the country. Our mission is to inform, support and inspire students to be entrepreneurial and seek opportunity through enterprise creation.
Students Clubs & Organizations
Human Resources Management Club
The HR Management Club is the official Society for Human Resource Management chapter for our college. Our goal is to help students develop connections in northern Colorado and throughout the state that will further develop their HR knowledge and professionalism.
Event Management Club
The Event Management Club allows students to gain hands-on experience in planning events, developing leadership, teamwork, and problem-solving skills. Collaborate with campus groups, departments, and local businesses to create engaging events, learning logistics, marketing, and budgeting along the way.
Alumni Advisory Boards
Management Scholarships
Explore general scholarships available through the Monfort College of Business (MCB), as well as specialized scholarships for students pursuing a concentration in Management.
Innovation Talks
Innovation Talks, started by Professor Isaac Wanasika from Montfort College of Business and the City of Greeley, aims to connect entrepreneurs, business leaders, and researchers.
NSF EPIIC Grant
The University of Northern Colorado's Monfort College of Business received a $400,000 grant from the National Science Foundation. The funding will support entrepreneurship and workforce development along Colorado's Front Range, benefiting UNC, MCB, and the Greeley community
Management Faculty
Isaac Wanasika
Department Chair & Professor
Abe Harraf
Professor/ Director of MBA Program/ Assistant Dean for Graduate Programs
Sara Hendrick
Assistant Professor
Shammi Gandhi
Assistant Professor
Maurice Harris
Assistant Professor
Rachel Roberts
Lecture - Entrepreneurship, Director of Community Partnerships & Impact
Milan Larson
Associate Professor
Milad Talebzadehhosseini
Assistant Professor
Kim McManus
Monfort Executive Faculty Program
Dalong Ma
Associate Professor
Adjunct Faculty
Jim Keaten
Adjunct Faculty
Jeff Jones
Adjunct Faculty
Ben Moore
Adjunct Faculty
Jarae Fulton
Adjunct Faculty
Julie Kennedy
Adjunct Faculty
- julie.keenedy@unco.edu
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