Vancouver Island University

Management Skills for Supervisors

12-day Part-time Certificate Program

• Management Skills For Supervisors Program Guide
• Management Skills For Supervisors Information Sheet

Develop critical skills needed in management, supervisory and leadership roles in this part-time certificate program (6 credits).

Career Opportunities:

Supervisors, managers and leaders in today’s organizations are expected to do “more with less”, working in increasingly complex and competitive work environments. This program provides practical skills and tools for current managers and leaders to refine and enhance their ability to manage and motivate individuals and groups. For those making the transition into leadership and supervisory roles, this program is an opportunity to build confidence and skills to take on a management role. The program also carries 6 units of course credit.

Program Content:

Interpersonal Skills MGMT 145

Focusing on: respecting individual differences, giving and receiving feedback, listening with sensitivity, clear communication, influencing and persuading others, resolving conflict. (2 credits)

Team Building Skills MGMT 146

Focusing on: leadership styles, motivation, building strong work teams, dealing with problem behaviours, facilitating meetings, understanding and managing change. Prerequisite: MGMT 145. (2 credits)

Administrative Skills MGMT 147

Focusing on: selecting and orienting staff, defining responsibilities and goals, conducting performance reviews, training techniques, delegating and coaching, writing skills, managing time and stress, making presentations. Prerequisites: MGMT 145 and MGMT 146. (2 credits)

Course Delivery:

The program is currently offered in a workshop format in three 4-day courses.

Start Date:

November 24, 2009 (Nanaimo)

How To Apply:

Simply register for the program and fill out an Application for Admission form, including a $35 application fee.

Note: Admission to this program does not necessarily meet the requirements for other programs at Vancouver Island University.

Program Requirements:

There are no admission requirements.

Program Fee:

$1950 plus student fees. (Fees are subject to change)

This program is not eligible for student loans.

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INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS:

The registration and fee information included here is for Canadian students only.
Contact the International Education office in Building 255 for information. International students must apply by following the international student application procedure.