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College of Applied & Technical Studies

Supervisory Leadership

The first-line-supervisor training most new managers never get before they need it.

CertificateApplied & TechnicalCertificate2 semesters, part-time15 credits

About this program

A four-course certificate for new and aspiring frontline supervisors, covering the things most people are never actually trained on before they get the title: performance management, scheduling, conflict resolution and basic employment law.

What you will be able to do

  • Conduct performance reviews and manage underperformance fairly
  • Build and manage staff schedules under labor constraints
  • Resolve workplace conflict using structured mediation approaches
  • Apply basic employment law to everyday supervisory decisions

Courses you will take

A sample of required coursework. Full requirements are in the official catalog.

Required program core
CourseTitle
SUP 210Foundations of Supervision
SUP 230Performance Management
SUP 250Workplace Conflict Resolution

Where graduates go

  • Shift Supervisor
  • Team Lead
  • Operations Supervisor
  • Assistant Manager

Median starting salary for recent graduates: $54,800. Reported placement within six months of graduation: 97%.

DegreeCertificate
Credits15
Typical length2 semesters, part-time
CollegeCATS
Median starting salary$54,800
Placement97%

Take the next step.

Applications for fall are open. No fee, no essay, and a decision in about two weeks.

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