EXECUTIVE EDUCATION
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A Certificate in Management.
This twelve session certificate program provides you with a solid base of management concepts and tools. It is ideal for new managers and supervisors as well as those making the move into management - providing a solid base in management techniques. The program is also excellent for more experienced managers who may not have received formal training or education in managing others. This course focuses on knowing your own management style, managing your subordinates, and managing your peer and boss relationships.
Scope and Purpose
This certificate program provides managers with a solid foundation in essential management competencies. Using small group activities, assessment tools, and skill building exercises, you'll actively convert concepts into management skills.
Program Time and Place
The 12 session program is held on Tuesday evenings from 6:00 p.m – 9:00 p.m. at the Cox School of Business on the SMU campus.
Who Should Attend
Anyone who has taken on additional people responsibilities or has not had formal training in people management.
- Technical managers
- Entrepreneurs
- Experienced managers
SMU Certificate
Certificates of Completion are awarded to participants who attend the introductory full-day session and at least nine of the twelve evening sessions. The program is also approved for Continuing Education Units (CEUs).
Key Topics Covered in This Program
How You'll Benefit
The goal of this program is to provide a base of essential management skills and techniques from which you can effectively draw. In a unique, highly participatory environment, you will:
- Become a more effective manager
- Learn how to empower yourself and your employees
- Develop and maintain performance standards that others are willing to follow
- Increase your ability to initiate and work with change
- Enhance your interpersonal skills to better utilize the abilities of others
- Evaluate and measure your own personal growth
- Develop a foundation in essential management skills upon which you can continue to build your career
- Transfer new techniques and skills directly to the job through your individual project
