Skip to Main Content

Management/Supervisory Training A.A. Degree (05450.AA)

School of Business and Economics

The mission of the Merced College Management Program is to equip students with the skills necessary to advance in a management career. The Management Program prepares students for both the challenges and changes faced in the workplace today. Students can earn an A.A. Degree or Certificate of Completion or simply take classes for professional development growth.

The Associate in Arts Degree in Management/Supervisory Training is in preparation for entry level jobs in management/supervision as well as for advanced preparation for those employed in supervisory positions.

Students must meet the graduation requirements and complete the major requirements with the following courses.

Program Student Learning Outcomes

A. Explain the fundamental theories of management and leadership in the workplace.

B. Identify various management styles.

C. Develop managerial/supervisory skills.

Visit the Program Mapper for more information on when to take classes and career information.

Program Requirements

Program Core: (26-27 Units)

Units

ACTG-04A Financial Accounting (4)
or
ACTG-51 Applied Accounting  (4)

4

BUS-10 Introduction to Business

3

BUS-18A Business Law

4

CPSC-01 Introduction to Computer Information Systems (4)
or
AOM-30 Introduction to Computer Applications (3)

3-4

ECON-01 Introduction to Microeconomics

3

MGMT-31 Principles of Management

3

MGMT-32 Human Resource Management

3

MGMT-33 Elements of Effective Leadership

3

Management 50 series (Select 3 units)

MGMT-50A Challenges of Leadership (0.5)
MGMT-50B Values and Ethics (0.5)
MGMT-50C Time Management (0.5)
MGMT-50D Communication in the Workplace (0.5)
MGMT-50F Team Building (0.5)
MGMT-50G Decision Making and Problem Solving (0.5)
MGMT-50H Customer Service (0.5)
MGMT-50I Attitude in the Workplace (0.5)
MGMT-50J Thrive and Survive in the Workplace (0.5)
MGMT-50K Generational Diversity (0.5)
MGMT-50L Authentic Leadership (0.5)
MGMT-50N Employee Engagement (0.5)
MGMT-50P Emotional Intelligence (0.5)
MGMT-50S Leading with Your Strengths (0.5)
MGMT-51C Leadership Essentials (0.5)
MGMT-51F Conflict Resolution (0.5)
MGMT-51G Stress Management (0.5)
MGMT-52C Successful Business Speaking (0.5)
MGMT-52D Managing Organizational Change (0.5)
MGMT-52H The Science of Happiness (0.5)
MGMT-52N Fuel Your Body for Success (0.5)
MGMT-52R Building Resilience (0.5)
MGMT-52W Foundations of Well Being in the Workplace (0.5)

3

Major Total: (29-30 Units)

Completion of MCCD-GE Breadth: (23 units)

Elective (as needed to reach 60 units) Units: (7-8 Units)

Total Degree Units: (60 Units)

Programs of Similar Interest:

Contact Information

Dean

Caroline Dawson

Phone

(209) 384-6120

School Office

ART-3

Counseling

(209) 381-6478

Management Website