The document outlines a course on principles of management, including 14 chapters that will be covered throughout the semester. It provides the dates that each chapter will be discussed and lists assignments that will be given in groups. One of the chapters discussed is on human factors and motivation. It covers several theories of motivation, including: McGregor's Theory X and Y, Maslow's hierarchy of needs, Herzberg's motivation-hygiene theory, expectancy theory, equity theory, goal setting theory, and Skinner's reinforcement theory. Group assignments include topics related to various chapters like portfolio analysis, planning for a new company, and controls.