Organizational Leadership & Supervision

Course Catalog

OLS 252 - Human Behavior in Organizations

A survey of the concepts that provide a foundation for the understanding of individual and group behavior in organizations, with special emphasis on typical interpersonal and leadership relationships.

OLS 274 - Applied Leadership

Introduction to, and overview of, the fundamental concepts of leadership and supervision. Emphasis is placed on the supervisor’s major functions and essential areas of knowledge, relations with others, and personal development.

OLS 284 - Leadership Principles

Mastery of the basic knowledge managers need to effectively lead individual employees. Includes primary measures of performance success, leadership strategies, core leadership actions, and a comprehensive theory that explains how the strategies and actions cause positive attitudes and increased performance.

OLS 331 - Occupational Safety and Health

A presentation of the aspects of occupational safety nd health that are essential to the first-line supervisor. Emphasis is placed on developing an understanding of the economic, legal, and social factors related to providing a safe and healthy work environment.

OLS 345- Critical Think In Org

This course focuses on systems thinking and the understanding of research design and measurement theory used in solving organizational and human resource development problems. The emphasis is on applied methodology rather than on statistical issues, with the intent of the student becoming an effective consumer of information. The students will learn how to report findings in a practical and influential manner. Includes the importance of knowledge management issues in organizations.

Prerequisite: OLS 386, 388. Authorized equivalent courses or consent of instructor may be used in satisfying course pre- and co-requisites.

OLS 351 - Innovation and Entrepreneurship

An in-depth study of innovation in existing organizations as well as entrepreneurship in start-up businesses, franchises, family-owned firms, and other business formats.

IUS course equivalency W211 Contemporary Entrepreneurship. See IUS Bulletin description listed under Business course descriptions.

OLS 362 - Cooperative Education Program

For organizational leadership and supervision majors only. (May be repeated for up to eight credits.) Instructor directed practicum designed to combine University study with work experience directly related to the student’s plan of study. Designed to be scheduled during a regular semester.

OLS 364 - Professional Development Program

A survey course covering many professional and personal facets relative to entering the work force upon graduation. Major areas addressed include resume preparation, interviewing techniques, development of job-search plans, social skills, and analysis of career fields and opportunities.

Prerequisite: OLS 386, 388; Only open to students in Organizational Leadershp & Spv. Authorized equivalent courses or consent of instructor may be used in satisfying course pre- and co-requisites.

OLS 375- Training Methods

Principles, practices, and methods of employee training. Introduction to systematic training program design, development, and evaluation. Emphasis is on the supervisor as a trainer.

Prerequisite: OLS 386, 388; Only open to students in Aviation Technology or Only open to students in Organizational Leadershp & Spv. Authorized equivalent courses or consent of instructor may be used in satisfying course pre- and co-requisites.

OLS 376- Human Resource Issues

Analysis and discussion of case problems concerning typical leadership and personnel situations that impact upon the supervisor/manager. Emphasis directed toward development of attitude, philosophy, analytical ability, and problem-solving skills within the working environment.

Prerequisite: OLS 386, 388; Only open to students in Aviation Technology or Only open to students in Organizational Leadershp & Spv. Authorized equivalent courses or consent of instructor may be used in satisfying course pre- and co-requisites.

OLS 378- Labor And Management Relations

An introduction to, and overview of, the fundamental concepts of labor relations, collective bargaining, and dispute resolution procedures. An international comparative analysis is used to assess some of the legal, economic, and political structures of labor relations.

Prerequisite: OLS 386, 388; Only open to students in Organizational Leadershp & Spv. Authorized equivalent courses or consent of instructor may be used in satisfying course pre- and co-requisites.

OLS 384 - Leadership Process

An in-depth study of a sequence of manager actions that influence employees to achieve desired performance results. How these manager actions are transformed by employers into desired performance is also covered.

Prerequisite: OLS 375 and 376

OLS 386- Leadership Organiz Change

Introduction to and overview of fundamental concepts of leading organizational change.

Prerequisite: OLS 252 and OLS 274. Authorized equivalent courses or consent of instructor may be used in satisfying course pre- and co-requisites.

OLS 388- Leadership Through Teams

Introduction of teams and dynamics that affect their performance.

Prerequisite: OLS 252 and OLS 274. Authorized equivalent courses or consent of instructor may be used in satisfying course pre- and co-requisites.

OLS 450 - Proj Mgmt Org HR Dev

An introduction to project management concepts and practices in the context of human resource development projects.

Prerequisite: OLS 386, 388. Authorized equivalent courses or consent of instructor may be used in satisfying course pre- and co-requisites.

OLS 454 - Gender and Diversity in Management

Prerequisite: OLS 376

The workforce of the future will represent multiple differences, including gender, race, culture, ethnicity, physical abilities, and age. Following this broad-based perspective of diversity, this course will focus on using knowledge of diversity to develop the leadership potential of individuals in organizations.

IUS course equivalency Z430 Managing a Diverse Workforce. See IUS Bulletin description listed under Business course descriptions.

OLS 456- Ldrshp In Global Envir

Exploration of leadership strategies for organizations engaged in international business. Includes understanding of cultural differences and diverse business practices, and challenges of competing in a global marketplace.

Prerequisite: OLS 386, 388. Authorized equivalent courses or consent of instructor may be used in satisfying course pre- and co-requisites.

OLS 467 - Supervised Practicum

Prerequisite: OLS 331, 375, and 376

For organizational leadership and supervision majors only. Instructor consent required. Credit awarded upon the completion of department-approved project. (May be repeated for up to six credits.)

OLS 474 - Conference Leadership

Prerequisite: OLS 375 and 376, and COM 114.

An introduction to, and overview of, the fundamental concepts of labor relations, collective bargaining, and dispute-resolution procedures. An international comparative analysis is used to assess some of the legal, economic, and political structures of labor relations.

OLS 477 - Conflict Management

Prerequisite: OLS 376

A study of the methods for dealing with inner-personal, interpersonal, and political disputes by means generally outside the traditional court system. Students will investigate the theoretical and practical aspects of conflict assessment, negotiation, problem solving, mediation, and arbitration. conand overview of, the fundamental concepts of labor relations, collective bargaining, and dispute resolution procedures. An international comparative analysis is used to assess some of the legal, economic, and political structures of labor relations.

OLS 479 - Staffing Organizations

Prerequisite: OLS 376

An applications-oriented study of key concepts in staffing organizations, including principles and issues in conducting job analysis; preparing job descriptions/ specifications; and screening/selecting employees. Special emphasis on the design, validation, and operation of high-volume staffing systems.

OLS 484 - Leadership Strategies for Quality and Productivity

Prerequisite: OLS 376

A study of how organizational leaders create an environment conducive to high levels of employee self-motivation, quality, and productivity. Actual case situations are used to illustrate the application of course content.

OLS 485 - Leadership for Team Development

Prerequisite: OLS 375 and 376

An in-depth study of self-directed work teams and team processes in the work setting with a view to understanding team functions under varying task conditions. Especially emphasized will be the leadership of teams for effective performance and maximum member satisfaction. This course deals extensively with maintenance and task behaviors of team members.

OLS 486 - Management of Change

Prerequisite: OLS 252 and 274

A survey of the concepts that provide a foundation for the understanding of leadership and its relationship to the management of organizational change, with special emphasis on managing the human side of quality improvement.

OLS 487 - Leadership Philosophy

Prerequisite: OLS 376

A review of current managerial education and development theories and practices; discussions of fundamental social, economic, and political changes affecting business and the art of managing; implications of these changes for individual development and continued growth. Open to seniors and graduate students only.

OLS 491 - Internship Program

Prerequisite:  Consent of instructor required

A practicum designed to combine University study with work experience directly related to the student’s plan of study.  (May be repeated for up to six credits.)

OLS 499 - Individual Research Problems

Prerequisite: instructor consent and departmental approval.

Supervised individual research on appropriate topics.  (May be repeated for up to six credits.)