University of Minnesota
Office of Human Resources
http://www.umn.edu/ohr
612-625-2016

Keys to Supervision: An Orientation for New Supervisors and Managers

 

Register

July 10 & 11, 2012
&
September 18 & 19, 2012

Classes are held in
210 Donhowe
unless otherwise noted. 

Register for Keys to Supervision

Additional Resources

These additional resources will provide participants in Keys to Supervision with an opportunity to further their learning outside of class.

Additional Resources

This course introduces new supervisors and managers to the basic tools and resources they need to succeed at the University of Minnesota. Topics include management structures at the University, leadership and communication styles, creating healthy and productive workplaces and managing performance.

Keys to Supervision is a mandatory training program for newly appointed supervisors and managers. It gives participants an opportunity to learn about the University's climate and meet representatives from many of the University's key administrative offices.

Keys to Supervision is a cooperative program designed by the Office of Human Resources, Office of the General Counsel, and Office of Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action.

For more information, see the Keys to Supervision program brochure (pdf)

Agenda

Day 1

8 a.m.-4:30 p.m.

Module 1: Introduction, course objectives and agenda

Module 2: U of M culture and structure

Module 3: What we know about leadership

Module 4: Creating a healthy work environment

  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Workers Compensation
  • Department of Environmental Health & Safety
  • Disability Services/U Return
  • Office of Conflict Resolution

Day 2

8 a.m.-4:30 p.m.

Module 5: Your responsibilities as manager or supervisor

Module 6: Unlocking the door to equal opportunity employment

Module 7: Hiring, orientation, retention, and engagement

Module 8: Coaching and correcting performance

Final action plan

Training evaluations