The Organizational Leadership and Supervision (OLS) program is part of the Construction Science and Organizational Leadership department, and has as its primary function the key objective of preparing students to perform well in their first work-related professional level position, and to demonstrate their leadership ability within an organizational context.
In support of this orientation, an in-depth academic program has been developed which blends theory about individual and group human behavior with practical skills training. This integration is enhanced by a dedicated and work-experienced faculty, small-size classes, and students who have “real world” exposure from their work experience. Associate and Bachelor degree programs are offered in Human Resources and Personnel, Safety, and Supervision. These programs are designed to meet the needs of individuals who wish to improve their leadership and supervisory skills, and are tailored to a student’s specific career objectives.
The primary objective of all OLS programs, regardless of level, is to develop the philosophy, skills, and techniques required of successful, first-line leadership in business, education, government, industry, and service organizations. OLS offers personalized programs that are practical, applied, and job-related; and best of all, tailored to the student’s interests.
Courses in OLS programs are offered at convenient times during the day and evening, and many course sections are offered on line. On line course delivery allows adult learners and working professionals with busy schedules to conveniently take courses in a format that fits their own time frame.
The flexible program in OLS allows you to obtain an Associate of Science degree in Supervision while majoring in another discipline. By choosing your electives from supervision degree requirements, you can obtain an associate degree with very little additional course work. OLS graduates may choose to continue their education with graduate studies in technology, business administration, law and other fields.
If you have an associate degree in another field, you may enter the B.S. in Supervision degree program and often complete all of the bachelor of science degree requirements within two years of full-time study.
