CSU Principles of Supervision Series

Principles of Supervision Series, Now Offered as Standalone Sessions

Often, an individual is working in a supervisory role because they have demonstrated expert skills in their past positions. Now in the role of leading others, they need a new set of skills to be able to supervise effectively. The CSU Systemwide Learning & Development Team developed the Principles of Supervision, a multi-session, blended learning workshop where supervisors learn through discussion, practice, and reflection. Participants will gain a greater awareness of their own supervisory skills and learn strategies for more effectively leading others.

At the end of all sessions, participants will be able to:  

• Describe the core responsibilities and role of a supervisor 
• Establish goals and set standards that raise employee performance
• Coach employees on performance 
• Lead development discussions with high-performing employees
• Diagnose reasons for performance problems and how to address them
• Personalize the approach you use to motivate employees 
• Take steps to increase employee engagement 
• Describe how the basic functions of management impact goal achievement
• Delegate to help employees develop confidence and expand their skills
• Describe where you need to focus your relationship-building efforts
• Promote communication by role-modeling essential skills
• Take actions to foster and improve teamwork 
• Describe how your personality traits impact behavior  
• Develop supervision skills more efficiently and effectively

Note: We are now offering all six in-person sessions as standalone sessions. This allows supervisors to take only the sessions they need. However, if you are interested in becoming certified as a Principles of Supervision supervisor, you must complete all 6 sessions.