Most importantly, you will be able to apply this knowledge immediately to be a more effective, efficient supervisor. If you want to become or are currently working as a supervisor, this course is made for you. You do not need to have management or supervisory. If you have a high school diploma or its equivalent and a few years of work experience, you are qualified for this course. There are no prerequisites for this course, and you do not need any special software.
What You Will Learn
- Create plans by applying appropriate planning tools and set SMART goals and objectives.
- Explain and apply techniques for making ethical, creative decisions and solving problems.
- Explain how to structure organizations and utilize groups and teams for maximum organizational effectiveness and efficiency.
- Explain and apply best practices for hiring, training and evaluating employees.
Syllabus
WEEK 1
Planning and Setting Goals and Objectives
At the conclusion of this module you will be able to explain the process of setting goals and formulating plans and the importance of each. In addition, you will learn about various types of short and long term plans and policies and their impact on the job of a supervisor. Finally, you will be able to explain the purpose and process of project management and interpret and use key project management tools to improve planning. Lecture notes in PDF format are available in the RESOURCES section.
WEEK 2
Problem Solving & Making Ethical Decisions
In this module you will learn how to solve problems and make decisions in a systematic, rational manner as well as the influence of intuition in the decision making process. You will further understand and be able to apply ethical standards to develop solutions that are best for both the organization and its stakeholders and society at large.
WEEK 3
Organizing Work, Groups and Teams
At the end of this module you will be able to explain the process and importance of organizing and its relationship to planning. You will further understand how the structure of an organization and its leadership affects the role of supervisors and their authority and responsibility in accomplishing departmental and organizational goals. You will also understand the challenges and benefits of working with groups and teams and how to make said interactions positive and productive.
WEEK 4
Staffing, Training and Appraising Employees
In this module you will learn the importance of finding, recruiting, selecting and training the very best employees to further the accomplishment of organizational goals, and the very large part supervisors play in the process.
WEEK 5
Practical Perspectives