Management Studies

Managers are organizational leaders, decision makers and activity coordinators. Strong management skills are essential in nearly every business environment for the successful selection and education of personnel, the regulation of workflow, planning and the allocation of resources.

Management decisions are affected by political, social and economic concerns. Making these complex decisions on a daily basis is challenging. The job of the manager is to consider all these concerns and make decisions for the benefit of the company, customers, other employees and society.

The Diablo Valley College management studies program benefits students preparing to become managers and supervisors; it is also valuable for persons already holding these positions.

As a student of the management studies program, you will gain a comprehensive understanding of business management through studying:

• introductory management
• practices and concepts of supervision
• effective communication in business & industry
• managing human relations
• group dynamics and leadership
• case studies in management science
• women as managers
• human resources management
• report writing
• labor/management relations

The certificate of achievement program is designed to establish a solid foundation in all phases of management for gaining an entry-level supervisory or management position.