Course Overview
People thrive when they understand how their work contributes to the organization's purpose in a meaningful way. Effective supervisors align people, tasks, and resources to maximize productivity. This course provides practical strategies for defining the role of a supervisor, identifying tasks for delegation, and applying structured approaches to problem-solving and decision-making. By implementing consistent processes and practices, supervisors can create clarity, predictability, and a motivating environment that drives team performance.
Prerequisite(s)
- No prerequisites are required for this course.
Credits
1.0
- Not offered this term
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Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:
- Explain the nature of supervision.
- Evaluate the role and competencies required to spark and sustain productivity.
- Analyze barriers to productivity and propose solutions to overcome them.
- Describe elements that create and maintain a motivating work environment
- Apply strategies to improve performance and foster engagement.
- Examine team dynamics and recommend conditions that support team formation and high performance.
- Develop a structured approach for aligning work, people, and resources to optimize productivity.
Effective as of Spring/Summer 2026
Related Programs
Unlock Team Productivity: People & Resources (XLED 1061) is offered as a part of the following programs:
School of Business + Media
- Fire Service Industry Leadership
Certificate Part-time
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