Supervisory Management Certificate Program
Become a better leader
Let’s face it – expertise in a chosen field does not automatically make someone a good supervisor. Supervisors must learn important soft skills to build strong, inclusive, and adaptable teams. Whether you are a new or aspiring supervisor, a certificate in supervisory management will provide valuable information and resources that will help you be a successful leader.
Foster a diverse and inclusive team
Classes offered in the Supervisory Management Certificate Program have been updated to prioritize the importance of equity, diversity, and inclusion (EDI) in the workplace. Learn more about these changes.
How the Certificate Works:
Take 3 core(required) classes and 3 electives in 5 years and earn a Supervisory Management Certificate.
Through a combination of instructor-led discussions and small group activities, you will:
- Gain confidence in your leadership skills
- Understand the supervisor’s role in motivating and engaging a resilient and productive team
- Improve your emotional intelligence and strengthen your communication skills
- Learn how to deal with conflict effectively
- Reflect on how supervisors can promote equity, diversity, and inclusivity (EDI) in the workplace
Core (required) Classes:
- Learning to Lead
- Orientation, Time Management and Delegation
- Employee Evaluation and Performance Management
Electives:
- Choose 3 electives that best meet your needs.
- Browse the Supervisory Management Series page to see what’s currently offered.
Questions? Contact ce@uwec.edu. We are glad to help!
Not interested in taking the whole certificate? You can also take individual classes to meet your professional needs.
Programs in Supervisory Management Certificate
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Courageous Communication
Online
Now, more than ever, learning to communicate well can make all the difference. Explore how conflict, intentionality, emotional intelligence and inspiration intersect to improve your communication-as an individual and a team.
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Employee Evaluation and Performance Management
Online
Are you providing valuable feedback to your team? Learn proven techniques for assessing employee performance and effectively communicating feedback.
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Leading Through Challenge and Conflict
Online
Challenging events require a high degree of trust in you as a leader and skillful conflict management techniques. This online course will focus on some of the most critical skills a leader must have to earn trust and credibility from their colleagues.
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Learning to Lead
Online
Good leaders continually look for new ways to effectively lead their team. Learning to Lead will challenge and inspire you, whether you’ve been in a leadership role for a long time or you have recently taken on a supervisory role.
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Multi-Generational Teams: How to be an Effective Leader in the 21st Century
Online
This program equips supervisors to lead successful teams that bridge the generational gap. Learn to manage five distinct generations, from recent grads to near-retirees, and unlock the strengths of each.
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Orientation, Time Management, and Delegation
Online
Enhance your leadership skills to create a strong onboarding program and to empower your team.
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Transforming Teams and Organizations Through Equity, Diversity, and Inclusive Leadership
Online
Embrace diversity, promote inclusion, and transform your organization with our EDI program. This program will explore leadership impact, address bias, and develop strategies to create an inclusive culture.
Not seeing a program you're interested in? Check out our previously offered programs in the Supervisory Management Certificate.