MGMT 207 - Principles of Supervision

An overview of supervision, including investigating leadership styles, considering the role of the manager as a first-line supervisor and delegator. Practical situations and examples emphasize achieving organizational objectives through effective communications, day-to-day problem solving, planning, leadership, decision making, and motivating workers for effective productivity. PREREQUISITE(S): MGMT 101 , appropriate work experience, or consent of department. Three hours each week. Formerly MG 102.

3 semester hours

Course Outcomes:
Upon course completion, a student will be able to:

Identify the qualities needed to be a supervisor.
Articulate the process of the transition from employee to supervisor.
Identify basic steps in building sound relationships with employees.
Distinguish the various strategies of handling the problem employee.
Explain how delegating, time management and setting priorities assist an efficient supervisor.
Explain the importance of a supervisor’s effective use of leadership and communication skills with employees in the workplace.

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