Full program description
The College of Professional Studies has developed this course to help employers promote employees into managerial roles, provide early career professional development for leaders, and encourage on-the-job practice opportunities. A digital badge will be awarded for successful completion of each course, with another digital badge awarded at the end of the series encompassing completion overall.
The College of Professional Studies has developed this course to help employers promote employees into managerial roles, provide early career professional development for leaders, and encourage on-the-job practice opportunities. A digital badge will be awarded for successful completion of each course, with another digital badge awarded at the end of the series encompassing completion overall.
Classes include:
1. Creating a Collaborative Workplace Culture (Feb. 23-March 15): Understand company culture and goals, how to motivate and lead diverse teams, leading multi-generational workforces, and the benefits of developing company culture.
2. Coaching and the Manager Role (March 23 – April 12): Being a mentor is crucial in a managerial position. Learn essential coaching skills, how to conduct feedback and evaluation, and the art of minimizing bias.
3. Effective Communication Skills in the Office (April 13 – May 3): Communicate in the office by using best practices. Understand the legality of writing, building trust in communication, and interpersonal skills for all levels.
4. Critical Conversations (May 4 – May 24):
Develop skills in speaking with employees and staff about issues and how to prepare for critical conversations.
5. Building Teamwork (May 25 – June 14):
Learn how to motivate employees and inspire teamwork. Dive into group collaboration techniques, conflict resolution, and setting strategic goals for your team.
6. Workplace Safety (June 14 – July 5): Learn how to address unsafe behaviors, empower your team to stop poor practices, foster accountability, and interactive approaches to help managers.
For more information, please email the program director - gina.noble@okstate.edu