
Leadership Essentials
This program helps the student enhance their leadership influence through coaching and motivating team members, establishing effective communication throughout the organization and managing through change. Ideal for future leaders, or current leaders who wish to have stronger impact.
Program Outline
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1010210600 | Business Orientation | 1.00 | |||||||||
Description and CompetenciesIntroduces students to the topics of business and allows them to experience the expectations and rigor of the program. Students also participate in self-assessments to provide feedback and self-awareness of the relationship between interest and aptitude for the program.
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1010210800 | Operations Management Evolution of Management | 1.00 | |||||||||
Description and CompetenciesThis class introduces the students to the critical roles managers play in organizations. Students will explore how managers plan, lead, organize and control. Students will explore the origins of management and review major developments in business through the centuries.
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1010210900 | Operations Management Running Effective Operations | 1.00 | |||||||||
Description and CompetenciesThis class introduces the students to the critical roles managers play in organizations. Students will explore how managers plan, lead, organize and control. Students will explore the origins of management and review major developments in business through the centuries.
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1010211100 | Operations Management Global Business | 1.00 | |||||||||
Description and CompetenciesThis class will cover managing processes within organizations including supply chain management and quality assurance. Managing discrete projects is also covered.
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1010211300 | Human Resources Roles and Laws | 1.00 | |||||||||
Description and CompetenciesThis class reviews the role and importance of Human Resources in organizations. Students will learn about major employment laws and how to ensure that company programs, practices and policies align with those laws. |
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1010211600 | Human Resources Recruitment | 1.00 | |||||||||
Description and CompetenciesThis class will cover how to develop job descriptions and competitive salary packages for open positions. Students will create effective recruiting and interview plans so the best candidates will be selected. |
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1010211800 | Human Resources Employee Evaluation | 1.00 | |||||||||
Description and CompetenciesThis class covers how to onboard new employees and provide informal and formal feedback. Students will also learn how to mentor and coach employees. |
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1019613000 | Leadership I | 3.00 | |||||||||
Description and CompetenciesLeadership I introduces students to the difference between managers and leaders and discusses leadership best practices. Students will conduct a self-assessment of their leadership style so they may leverage strengths and put together a plan to address opportunities. Students discover the basic tenets of an effective workplace and a leader’s role in implementing them.
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1080119600 | Oral Interpersonal Communication | 3.00 | |||||||||
Description and CompetenciesFocuses upon developing speaking, verbal and nonverbal communications, and listening skills through individual presentations, groups activities, and other projects.
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At A Glance
How You'll Learn

100% OnLine

Multiple Start Dates

Optional Lab Support
2021 Start Dates
January 6 | May 7 | September 1 |
February 1 | June 7 | October 4 |
March 1 | July 5 | November 1 |
2022 Start Dates
January 5 | March 1 | June 6 |
February 7 | May 2 | July 11 |
Approximate Cost
$1,962*
*Based on 20-level courses—materials, books, and fees may be additional
This program has a zero cost for textbooks. If you continue your education beyond this program to complete a full associate's degree, there may be additional costs for books.
What You'll Learn
- Plan and organize work activities
- Lead teams
- Communicate within the organization
- Oversee daily business operations
Your Potential Careers
- Supervisor
- Manager
- Business Owner
Median Annual Salary
$36,137 | $42,458 | $41,341 |
Local | State | National |
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