Principles of Management Certificate

Program Description

This certificate develops students’ management and leadership skills. These five, three-credit classes provide supervisors and those who want to be supervisors the tools to be more effective. Students study and apply various management concepts, such as leadership skills and styles, motivation, conflict resolution and team building.

This certificate allows students to take associate of applied science degree courses without the time commitment of a full-time program—the credits can later be applied toward a degree if the student desires. In addition, graduates or students currently enrolled in a program may find they have already completed some of the certificate’s requirements.

These classes are offered in the accelerated format and are designed for employed adults. Classes meet for six weeks, four hours per week. Extensive out-of-class work is required.

Courses in this certificate can be customized for on-site company training.

Approximate Costs

• $111.85 per credit (resident)
• $167.80 per credit (out-of-state resident)
• *Online students are not charged out-of-state fees.

Program Outcomes

• Practice team-building and problem-solving strategies.
• Examine the changing environment of organizations.
• Examine demographic changes taking place in the workplace.
• Examine personal values and perspectives that relate to the workplace.
• Examine how personal values impact legal, social, ethical and political constraints.

Career Opportunities

• Many people interested in this certificate are presently employed in the field of management. These classes provide formal education and networking for employed adults. This is a growth area for many large employers. Note: For those interested in moving from a technical role to management, this certificate provides skills necessary for success as a first-time supervisor.

Admission Process

• Submit the college admission application.
• Submit the $30 one-time fee.
• Meet with Admissions to discuss order of courses and prerequisites (strongly encouraged).