BU 248 - Practicum in Supervision

Credit Hours: 3

The purpose of this course is to develop higher levels of management and supervisory skills based on current techniques of motivation, leadership and conflict resolution. The practicum will use a case problem and critical-incident method whereby students are asked to make personnel decisions based on their knowledge of Title VII, EEOA, Nora and other important federal and new York statutes. Issues covered will include strikes, discrimination, unfair labor practices and the grievance practices.

Course Outcomes
Upon completion of this course, the student will be able to define supervision, understand the eight managerial functions, conceptualize the supervisory process, identify organizing strategies, and grasp the role of supervision in the global economy.

Prerequisites: BU 140 or permission of the instructor.
F/S (C, N, S)