The business management programs prepare men and women to seek employment or advancement in business, industry, government or service organizations. The Manager-Supervisor program develops the cognitive, problem solving, human relations, and technological skills that are necessary in operating the new design system for today’s global economy. This program has been articulated with some area high schools. This program has been articulated with some area high schools. Recent high school graduates may have earned credit in this program through high school coursework. Refer to the Dual Credit web page for more information.
Mission Statement
The mission of the Manager/Supervisor program at South Suburban College is to meet the needs of individuals to effectively function within a modern business environment, as it relates to understanding positions in the field of supervisor or manager. Students are also able to prepare for program specific certifications.
Vision Statement
To provide students with a clear understanding of communication, human relations, critical thinking and problem solving skills required to effectively supervise/manage within the business environment. Students will be better prepared to enter into a four year university or increase their job opportunities.
Student Learning Outcomes (SLOs)
Through quality instruction from faculty and input from the Advisory Board Committee, the following goals have been established for students in the Management-Manager/Supervisor (MGMT.AAS.MGTSUPV) Program. Students will:
- understand the principles of management involved in managing people, products, and/or services.
- develop interpersonal and human relations skills required to interact and motivate staff for positive business outcomes.
- develop critical thinking and problem-solving skills directly related to positions in management.
- gain valuable on-the-job work experience in the field of supervisor/manager by completing an internship within a professional office environment.
Management-Manager/Supervisor A.A.S. Degree (MGMT.AAS.MGTSUPV)
Overview for College Success
Overview for College Success (OCS 121) is a course is designed to assist students in the navigation of becoming successful in college and life. Major topics include setting academic, career and personal goals; effective communication strategies; study skills; critical thinking; self-discovery; and learning styles. In addition, this course delves into topics such as stress management, diversity and other well-being topics. Students will develop educational and career plans, learn to utilize college resources and receive extensive help in course planning. OCS 121 credit is not calculated in the course minimum credit totals listed in this section.
Students must take OCS 121 if they meet one or more of the following:
- First time degree seeking students.
- Transfer student with less than 12 credit hours and no evidence of similar course on transcript.
- Registering for 6 or more credits.
- Test into 2 or more developmental classes.
- Currently does not have OCS credit or registered for OCS.
| Overview for College Success | CREDITS | |
|---|---|---|
| OCS 121 | Overview for College Success | 1 |
| General Education | ||
|---|---|---|
| ENG 101 | Composition & Rhetoric | 3 |
| SPE 108 | Oral Communication | 3 |
| BUS 105 | Business Mathematics | 3 |
| ECO 201 | Principles of Economics, Macro | 3 |
| PSY 101 | Introduction to Psychology | 3 |
| Core Courses | ||
| ACC 120 | Financial Accounting* | 4 |
| BUS 108 | Intro to Business | 3 |
| BUS 220 | Principles of Management | 3 |
| BLW 201 BLW 203 |
Introduction to Business Law OR Legal Environment of Business |
3 3 |
| MIS 101 | Computer Literacy & Applications | 3 |
| OAT 172 | Business Communication | 3 |
| Concentration Management | ||
| ACC 121 | Managerial Accounting* | 3 |
| BUS 130 | Starting Your Own Small Business | 4 |
| BUS 137 | International Business | 4 |
| BUS 221 | Human Relations Administration | 3 |
| BUS 224 | Supervisory Management | 3 |
| BUS 227 | Human Resource Administration | 3 |
| BUS 253 | Marketing-Management Internship I | 3 |
| BUS 260 | Total Quality Management | 3 |
| GROUP II | Select from Humanities Elective Students earning an Associate degree must meet the requirement for coursework on improving human relations as defined in Public Act 87-581. |
3 |
| Minimum for Degree: | 63 | |
Management-Manager/Supervisor Certificates
The business management programs prepare men and women to seek employment or advancement in business, industry, government or service organizations. The Manager-Supervisor program develops the cognitive, problem solving, human relations, and technological skills that are necessary in operating the new design system for today’s global economy. This program has been articulated with some area high schools. Recent high school graduates may have earned credit in this program through high school coursework. Refer to the Dual Credit web page for more information.
Management-Manager/Supervisor Certificate (MGMT.CERT.SUPV)
Gainful Employment Information
| OCS 121 | Overview for College Success | 1 |
| Cluster 1 | ||
|---|---|---|
| BUS 108 | Introduction to Business | 3 |
| ACC 120 | Financial Accounting | 4 |
| BUS 220 | Principles of Management | 3 |
| MIS 101 | Computer Literacy & Applications | 3 |
| BLW 201 | Introduction to Business Law | 3 |
| Cluster 2 | ||
| BUS 203 | Principles of Marketing | 3 |
| BUS 221 BUS 137 |
Human Relations in Organizations OR International Business Practice Firm |
3 4 |
| ACC 121 | Managerial Accounting | 3 |
| BUS 260 | Total Quality Management | 3 |
| BLW 202 | Intermediate Business Law | 3 |
| ECO 201 | Principles of Economics, Macro | 3 |
| Minimum for Certificate: | 34-35 | |
Supervisor Skills (MGMT.BASIC.SUPV)
| OCS 121 | Overview for College Success | 1 |
| BUS 105 BUS 137 |
Business Math OR International Business Practice Firm |
3 4 |
| BUS 108 OAT 172 |
Introduction to Business OR Business Communication |
3 3 |
| BUS 220 | Principles of Management | 3 |
| BUS 227 | Human Resource Administration | 3 |
| Total Credit Hours | 12-13 | |
|---|---|---|
Management Small Business Management/Entrepreneurship Certificate
Management Small Business Management/Entrepreneurship Certificate (MGMT.CERT.SMBUS)
This certificate is designed for men & women who plan or presently operate their own business by gaining a foundation of knowledge as well as assist in the development of a Business Plan.
| Requirements | ||
|---|---|---|
| BUS 130 | How to Start Your Own Small Business | 4 |
| BUS 108 BUS 137 |
Introduction to Business OR International Business Practice Firm |
3 4 |
| OAT 115 | Outlook | 1 |
| ACC 120 | Financial Accounting | 4 |
| BUS 260 | Total Quality Management | 3 |
| BLW 201 | Introduction to Business Law | 3 |
| BUS 136 | Building Your Business Plan | 3 |
| MIS 101 | Computer Literacy & Applications | 3 |
| OAT 172 | Business Communication | 3 |
| BUS | Business Elective Defined as any ACC, BUS, BLW, OAT, CIS/MIS or ECO 202. |
3 |
| Minimum Credit Hours: | 33-34 | |
Management/Entrepreneurship Basic Certificate
The business management programs prepare men and women to seek employment or advancement in business, industry, government or service organizations. The Manager-Supervisor program develops the cognitive, problem solving, human relations, and technological skills that are necessary in operating the new design system for today’s global economy. This program has been articulated with some area high schools. Recent high school graduates may have earned credit in this program through high school coursework. Refer to the Dual Credit web page for more information.
Entrepreneurship Basic Certificate (BUS.BASIC.ENTREP)
This certificate is designed for men and women who plan to operate their own business by gaining a foundation of knowledge that will assist in the development of a Business Plan.
| OCS 121 | Overview for College Success | 1 |
| BUS 130 | Starting Your Own Small Business | 4 |
| BUS 105 BUS 137 |
Business Math OR International Business Practice Firm |
3 4 |
| MIS 101 | Computer Literacy & Applications | 3 |
| BUS 136 | Building Your Business Plan | 3 |
| OAT 172 | Business Communication | 3 |
| Total Credit Hours | 16-17 | |
|---|---|---|