Supervisory Management

Overview

A phased approach, consisting of a series of lectures, facilitated workshops and work-related projects will be used to ensure the programme is relevant, engaging and enjoyable. The teaching methods on the programme will be intensively interactive, with an action learning focus and use of live case studies to build solutions to work place challenges.

Rather than an exclusively lecture-style approach, the emphasis in class will be on lecturer-led group discussion and class debate, which will draw upon the experiences of students to illustrate key learning points and to bring concepts, theories and frameworks to life. This practical, applied approach to teaching methodology, will be underpinned by assessment instruments, and the practical application of best-practice theory to analyse the environment in which the learners work.

Course Delivery

6 month programme, flexibly-delivered utilising a block-release mode (1 day per week) for the delivery of four modules over a semester.

Award

On successful completion of the four modules, graduates will receive a Special Purpose Award – Certificate in Supervisory Management (Level 6, 20 ECTS).

What will I study?

Modules

People Management incl. Conflict & Mediation Considers leadership skills in-house for supervisory management, motivating people, conflict management & mediation, coaching & mentoring, project management from project initiation to close-out, technical report writing, presentation & effective meeting skills.

Introduction to Operations Excellence: Lean Practitioner Delves into operational excellence and lean practice for process efficiency in a supervisory management position. Analyses operational process capability & performance through an operational excellence mind-set.

Introduction to Management: Management Practice Explores organisation, enterprise, operations management & quality control, leadership & motivation, team & time management.

Performance Management

Explores performance management strategies & techniques, influencing behaviour & behaviour-oriented approaches, performance appraisal, staff turnover & retention, explaining & reducing turnover, legal & ethical issues.

Entry Requirements

Organisations who wish to provide continuous support and professional development upskilling for existing or potential supervisors/managers or aspiring supervisors. This programme covers all key areas relevant to supervisory management roles and is suitable to an extensive range of industry sectors from manufacturing to services organisations.

What is RPL?

Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) is when formal recognition is given for what you already know prior to starting on a programme or module. With recognition of prior learning the focus is on learning and not on experience as such. You can apply for RPL in any MTU accredited programme or module. Programmes which are accredited by professional bodies or any external awarding bodies may have their own procedures for RPL which you should refer to.

Fees

€2500*

*The fee quoted above is inclusive of all programme materials, exam fees and refreshments. Cost may be reduced to €1,995 per person, if eligible for funding from Cork Chamber or Bio Pharma Chem Skillnet.